On October 21 in 1865, a remarkable expression of Nantucket’s unwavering human spirit rescued a sixty-two year old Captain and his four crewmen from a watery grave off the island’s south shore.
Lifesaving is the most inspiring and humbling legacy Nantucket has made in the maritime world. With great esteem, Egan Maritime remembers those whose efforts to save lives were recognized.
On Saturday, September 21, the Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum will participate in the "Smithsonian" magazine's 15th annual Museum Day from 10am to 5pm.
A gift to the Museum greatly enhances permanent exhibitions in the Shannon Gallery, while expanding the story of an iconic Nantucket lifesaver and Tuckernuck resident, Erastus Chapel.
On the 30th National Lighthouse Day and the 230th Anniversary of The Lighthouse Act of 1789, Egan Maritime pauses to celebrate Nantucket's iconic beacons.
On Friday, May 24 Egan Maritime welcomed its members to the Museum to celebrate the season, pay tribute, and open the 2019 exhibition, "When All Hope Had Died: the Wreck of the 'British Queen.'"
The Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum will honor BMC Gordon B. Kenney, USCG at the Friday, May 24 Members Reception, calling in the 2019 season at 158 Polpis Road.
On the 85th Anniversary of the Sinking of Nantucket Lightship LV-117, we recount the events and people who were part of the tragedy that occurred that day 43 miles off Nantucket.
This summer, Nantucket Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum brings to life the 1851 voyage of the passenger ship "British Queen," its demise, and how Nantucketers saved the lives of all on board.