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Weekend at the Library

A Celebration of Community and Lifelong Learning

July 17, 18 & 19, 2025 

Each summer, Weekend at the Library unites the Nantucket community to celebrate and sustain one of the island’s most cherished institutions: the Nantucket Atheneum, the island’s free public library. Thisevent brings together visionary thought leaders, renowned musicians, and celebrated authors for an unforgettable gathering.

Concert with Allen Stone, an electrifying American soul and R&B artist. 6 – 10PM concert in the Great Hall (one of two sets at 6 PM or 8 PM) followed by Summer Garden Party.

From July 17–19, 2025, the Atheneum will host its signature fundraiser — a lively weekend of events that inspire, engage, and provide critical funding for a full year of free programming, resources, and services. This beloved tradition does more than raise funds; it fuels a vital community hub that remains open and accessible to all, year-round.

Stephanie Ruhle, powerhouse journalist and MSNBC anchor in conversation with Bill Cohan, bestselling author and former investment banker. 6 – 9PM Welcome Cocktails in the Garden, followed by dinner and fireside chat in the Great Hall.

Fisher Real Estate joins the Atheneum in expressing deep gratitude to the sponsors and supporters who make this mission possible.

Insiders view of treasures from the vault, storytelling, art and history as we welcome you behind the stacks.

As the heart of the island’s intellectual and cultural life, the Atheneum thrives thanks to community support — and there’s always room to join in preserving this invaluable resource for generations to come.

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