Celebrating 50 years of music education on Nantucket!
35th Annual Organ Crawl
put the pedal to the metal
Nantucket’s 16’ pedal pipes speak out!
Five churches – Six pipe organs
Saturday, October 10, 2026
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Free Admission – Contributions Welcomed!
Organ Crawl Schedule
(Note: 10 minute walking transfer between churches)
(St. Mary’s doors open at 9 a.m.)
St. Mary on the Isle (Catholic) 9:30-9:50 a.m.
First Congregational, North Vestry 10:00-10:20 a.m.
First Congregational, Summer Sanctuary 10:30-10:50 a.m.
United Methodist Church 11:00-11:20 p.m.
Unitarian-Universalist Meeting House 11:30-11:50 p.m.
St. Paul’s Church in Nantucket (Episcopal) 12:00-12:20 p.m.
Featured Organists
Carson Cooman, Jeffery Cutts, Kezia Duarte, Dr. Mark Lawlor, and Isaiah Williams
Nantucket is the only location in the United States where 100% of its organs are mechanical action. It is also the site of the oldest American-built organ still in use for regular services (Goodrich Organ [1831], Unitarian-Universalist Meeting House).
FREE MUSIC EDUCATION FOR ISLAND YOUTH!
50 years of making island music!
This year, we proudly celebrate 50 years of enriching the Nantucket community through music education, performance, and outreach. Since our founding, the NCMC has provided opportunities for musicians of all ages and skill levels to experience the transformative power of music.
Discover our programs:
Nantucket Island Youth Orchestra (NIYO): An after-school program providing free instruments and instruction to Nantucket’s youth, ensuring every child has access to the gift of music.
Rock Band Program: Where aspiring musicians can collaborate, create, and perform in a fun, supportive environment.
50 Years of Music Education: The NCMC has been at the heart of Nantucket’s music scene from private lessons to community concerts for five decades.
Help us keep the music alive!
Your support allows the NCMC to continue providing life-changing music education and unforgettable performances. Give today and join our mission to ensure that music remains a vibrant part of Nantucket’s community for the next 50 years.
