Nantucket, Coastal town and island in Massachusetts, US
The town spans across 45 square miles of land area on an island situated 30 miles south of Cape Cod in the Atlantic Ocean.
During the 18th century, Nantucket established itself as a major whaling port with over 125 ships operating from its harbor before the American Revolution.
The Nantucket Whaling Museum contains exhibits showcasing maritime artifacts, scrimshaw art collections, and a 46-foot sperm whale skeleton suspended from its ceiling.
Ferries transport visitors between Nantucket and mainland Massachusetts throughout the year, with increased service frequency during summer months from May through October.
The entire town maintains strict building codes requiring cedar shake shingles on all structures, creating a unified colonial-era architectural appearance across the island.
Location: Nantucket County
GPS coordinates: 41.28330,-70.10000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:47
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