Egan Maritime Institute, Nantucket Island

By Land

Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

Discover Nantucket's maritime heritage while hearing the daring stories of the island's heroic lifesavers and dramatic shipwrecks.

By Sea

Sea of Opportunities

Egan Maritime Institute believes in the power of education to create an innovative and inspired maritime workforce for tomorrow.

Programs & Events

Tuesday, Jun 14

Folgers Marsh Kayak Tours with Nantucket Conservation Foundation

Explore beautiful Folger's Marsh on Kayak with Egan Maritime and Nantucket Conversation Foundation.

Wednesday, Jul 6

Nanpuppets at the Museum

Join Lizza and her beloved cast of puppets at the beautiful museum grounds for a show that is fun for all ages!

Friday, Jul 8

Tall Ship Lynx Sunset Sail and Shipwreck Stories

Experience an Island sunset from the decks of Tall Ship Lynx while sailing in Nantucket Sound and hearing stories of shipwrecks and rescues from Egan Maritime.

Tuesday, Jul 12

Folgers Marsh Kayak Tours with Nantucket Conservation Foundation

Explore beautiful Folger's Marsh on Kayak with Egan Maritime and Nantucket Conversation Foundation.

Thursday, Jul 14

Nantucket Harbor Ecology and History Exploration

Get on the water this summer to explore the history and science of Nantucket Harbor throughout the centuries.

Wednesday, Jul 20

Nanpuppets aboard Tall Ship Lynx

Sail about Tall Ship Lynx with Island favorite, Lizza, and her amazing Nanpuppets crew!

Monday, Jul 25

Nantucket Harbor Ecology and History Exploration

Get on the water this summer to explore the history and science of Nantucket Harbor throughout the centuries.

Thursday, Jul 28

Folger’s Marsh Plein Air Painting with Illya Kagan

Paint the early evening light over Folger's Marsh with renowned island artist, Illya Kagan, at the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.

Wednesday, Aug 3

Nanpuppets at the Museum

Join Lizza and her beloved cast of puppets at the beautiful museum grounds for a show that is fun for all ages!

Monday, Aug 8

Nantucket Harbor Ecology and History Exploration

Get on the water this summer to explore the history and science of Nantucket Harbor throughout the centuries.

Latest News & Stories

Apr 22, 2022 · Museum

Gallant Guardians: The Nantucket Lightships

Egan Maritime's Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum announces its new special exhibition for the 2022 season.

Apr 6, 2022 · News

Join the Crew!

Egan Maritime Institute is looking for a dynamic administrative professional to join our team.

Nov 16, 2021 · Events

Thanksgiving Weekend - Art Sale at Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum

This year, Egan Maritime is holding its Inaugural Donors’ Estate Sale at the Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum at 158 Polpis Road on November 26th and 27th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

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