Join us this year as we unveil the opening act of a two-part exhibition journey exploring Nantucket's evolving waterfront economy. The exhibition's first part traces the island's economic story, from the decline of the whaling industry in the 1860s to the 1960s, when visionaries began reimagining the waterfront, initiating a period of revitalization as a thriving tourist destination. This year's exhibition is the first of two exploring the fascinating transformations that reshaped the island's economy and connection to its historic harbor.
Every two years, Egan Maritime showcases a two-part exhibition series in the Monaghan Gallery at the Museum. These exhibitions provide the opportunity to broaden our storytelling and explore new maritime themes that extend beyond the core mission of the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum.
Photos courtesy of the NHA Photo Collection.