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2. www.mariamitchell.orgMaria Mitchell Association | Nantucket’s Science Center

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   At the Maria Mitchell Association we embrace the concept that students learn best through hands-on exploration. The Summer Discovery Camp Programs are dedicated to developing knowledge and interest in the outdoor world, connecting youth to Nantucket’s local environment, and inspiring action to protect our natural world.

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     The home became a museum in 1903 when the Maria Mitchell...

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4. www.mariamitchell.org › about-maria-mitchellAbout Maria Mitchell | Maria Mitchell Association

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   About Maria Mitchell. Maria Mitchell (pronounced Ma-RYE-ah) was an astronomer, librarian, naturalist, and educator. She discovered a telescopic comet in 1847, for which she was awarded a gold medal by the King of Denmark. Her discovery thrust her into the international spotlight and she became America’s first professional female astronomer.

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   The Maria Mitchell Association is a private non-profit organization located on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell. After she discovered a comet in 1847, Mitchell’s ...

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   History. The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) was founded in 1902 to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native, astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell. After she discovered a comet in 1847, Mitchell's international fame led to many achievements and awards, including an appointment as the first American Professor of ...

8. www.womenshistory.org › biographies › maria-mitchellBiography: Maria Mitchell - National Women's History Museum

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   Feb 3, 2015 · Born on August 1, 1818 in Nantucket, Massachusetts, Maria was the third of William and Lydia Mitchell’s ten children. As Quakers, her parents advocated equal education for girls, and her father — an astronomer and teacher — contributed much to her education. Maria attended Cyrus Peirce’s School for Young Ladies, and after completing her ...

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   What is the Maria Mitchell Association?

   • 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. For over a century, the Maria Mitchell Association has educated and inspired the next generation of scientists and environmental stewards.

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   Who was Maria Mitchell?

   • Please also visit our page to read more about the artifacts, and papers related to Maria Mitchell and the history of Nantucket housed in our collections. Maria Mitchell was an astronomer, librarian, naturalist, and educator. She discovered a telescopic comet in 1847, for which she was awarded a gold medal by the King of Denmark.

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   Where did Maria Mitchell live?

   • Retiring from Vassar in 1888, Mitchell continued her research in Lynn, Massachusetts, where her sister lived. Friends and supporters founded the Maria Mitchell Association on Nantucket in 1902; they preserved her home, which is open to visitors.

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   What is the Maria Mitchell Association 2024 program?

   • Explore the schedule and register for a lecture today! 2024 programs take place at the Natural Science Museum, Research Center, and around the island. The Maria Mitchell Association was awarded the 2023 Platinum Transparency by Candid, GuideStar. public about their goals, strategies, and progress in creating a positive difference in the world.

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    The Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) is a non profit science and education organization on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts dedicated to the legacy of Maria Mitchell, America's first female astronomer.

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    The Maria Mitchell Association, Nantucket, Massachusetts. 3,145 likes · 21 talking about this · 406 were here. Observatories, Aquarium, Museums and Research Center | building on the legacy of Maria...