Maria Mitchell Association
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Maria Mitchell Association
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Scope
“The Maria Mitchell Association creates opportunities for all to develop a life-long passion for science through education, research, and first-hand exploration of the sky, land, and sea of Nantucket Island.” The mission statement of the Maria Mitchell Association gives a remarkable overview of the activities of the MMA. As possessors of several historic buildings, it can be overwhelming to care for all of the properties. The MMA received a CAP grante from the IMLS, and enlisted the services of JHPA, Inc. to perform conditions assessments of the Mitchell House (1790), the Vestal Street Observatory (1908), the Hinchman House Natural Science Museum (ca1820), and the MMA Research Center (ca1830). The assessment report has helped to guide the MMA in addressing conditions in an appropriate manner.