It is my home. My foundation. My moral compass. I was born and raised there. Schooled and educated there. Went to church every Sunday. Had children at the Cottage Hospital. Married at "The bird Sanctuary". It is my home. I have no other. I grew up and played on every inch of this Island with all the descendants of the great whaling families. As an adult, I feel privileged to be a Nantucketer or as summer people called us "Townies" or "Islanders". We called them "Off Islanders" or "Summer people". We were happy to see old friends come back as much as we were glad to see them go. It is my home. Thank you for this beautiful look into the importance our Island once contributed to the global economy, if even for a brief period in time.
@@LilyGazou hello..I had to grow up, leave the Island, and see the world as I'd seen it on TV growing up to really appreciate the wonderful Island that is my HOME. In my youth, I couldn't WAIT to leave this ROCK..lol. As an adult, I cling to it and everything and everyone in our then small community. We all knew each other. That's a comfortable warm blanket feeling, still is.😊
In 1980 while in the U.S. Coast Guard, I was stationed in Woods Hole on a buoy tender. We used to cruise by Nantucket all the time on I way to break ice or service buoys in the area. Martha's Vineyard was always accessible but Nantucket was exclusive...or I thought it was. I saw the Cape from Woods Hole to Province Town. I never made it to Nantucket. This part of the east coast has its own vibe. I was lucky enough to have lived there and watch it all come alive every summer.
To @123spleege: Yes, Cape Cod is an amazing place. Parts of the Vineyard come across with a WWII vibe; Nantucket has a late 19th century vibe- horse tie ups for instance by the narrow streets. Cape Cod almost feels lost to time; it’s a truly glorious place! I also love that all those ships, many of them pirate ships, went down all along parts of the lower Cape.
As a New Englander, a Quaker who loves both nature and history, I yearned to visit Nantucket for many years. Trying to do so however proved to be a real challenge. The ferry is very expensive and trying to find accommodations that were affordable- and this was off season- was almost impossible. Once I managed to get there, this economic barrier continued to be an obstacle. Since it was after August, the public buses were basically truncated so you couldn’t really visit the entire island. The restaurants were also so expensive, I had to buy prepared food at the grocery store in order to eat. I felt like Nantucket had a huge sign on it that read: If you are not rich, don’t come here! What a disappoint that was. If Nantucket is America, it is the rich, very priviledged side of America, and certainly not representative of the larger community. It may have started diverse, economically and culturally, but like many coastal areas, working class people are being pushed out.
You are absolutely right. Nantucket has become totally inaccessible for many. But some of the specialness was the historic isolation, to become what it uniquely was. All that is long gone. Luckily, America is privileged to have many other equally beautiful seascapes and some very special mountains.
@@agingflowerchild .. I am so sorry your experience on our Island wasn't what you expected. I will agree it has become what you described, to a point. We, born Islanders know how or have figured out, have to navigate around the extravagance. We stay away from "Town" as much as possible, we shop off Island (which is always a fun day away from home )and on the internet.. There are a lot of affordable places to eat: Henry's Sub Shop, stubby, provisions, Surfside Bakery, Black eye Susans, The Fairgrounds ( Islanders favorite), Crosswinds (which is my family's favorite). I can keep going, for afternoon cocktails, The Rose & crown is a favourite, The Chicken Box makes delicious cocktails, The Muse, and Oath Pizza ( delish slices). Research is the key to visiting any Island. When in Jamaica I became immediate friends with some of the native Islanders. Even got invited to a home meal. If you ever come back, which I hope you do, I hope you have a better visit.😊..I will say accommodations are FRICKEN RIDICULOUS!!! 😬
Consider getting on the waitlist to camp at Hither hills in Montauk on Long Island. It’s affordable. You can take the train to the end of the line and get around by bike.
Beautifully done. Bacķ in the 90's I delivered nursery stock to Nantucket. My Mom came with me. Streets were not made for an 18 wheeler, but I loved every minute I was there. The people were the most wonderful and gracious hosts. Again, a very well done film.❤
I spent two full weeks on Nantucket in August of 1970 when I was sixteen years of age. This was a time of the final wave of the hippie generation. The vacation affected me deeply, and though I vowed to return I never did. I can't say I am sorry as those memories are cherished forever, and as mentioned by others, they can never be relived in our present age. Eating clam chowder and visiting the confectionary shop, and watching the movie in their theater, Bob, Carol, Ted and Alice, and the next week Mash 4017. Art galleries and small museums, the smell of the ocean, and the charm preserved therein the Island, with its cobblestone street, forever it will be with me.
Years ago, as a young man, I was on Nantucket for about 6 months. I have never left... my blood is still there. At 82 y/o now, I will never be able to return, ( I also know the Nantucket that was there in the early 1960s is not there anymore. So I really do not want to go back and ruin my memories.) As I said, my blood is still there, and ALWAYS will be! .....Captain (USCG) A. Gardner Coffin, III 10/31/2024
This little film was lovely and extremely well done. I was fortunate to live in Portsmouth, RI for a year....in the old post office building, converted to a two family home. The entire area is magical....but unfortunately, I never got out to Nantucket. Thank you for this view of what I missed.... Well done. Thank you.
No one does a documentary about a place better than Ric Burns...No one. I really wish he would do one on Chicago...not just the mob history but all of Chicago history like he did for New York. Only he could do it justice. Brilliant! Simply brilliant. He is genius.
Im from New Zealand and of Maori heritage. My ancestor traveled from Nantucket or closely by as a whaler on the shores close to NZ in the 1800's. His name and descendants are now dotted all throughout NZ. Hence why I'm here learning my history
I've been to Nantucket and it has such a special feel to it. I was excited to see this documentary but disheartened to hear it was the whaling capital of the world. I only made it through 7 minutes.
I'm a relative of the Coffyn,Starbuck and Macy"s ....My love for the coast is part of my being, thanks so much for this beautiful history and film...maybe someday I will get there, being on the opposite coast.
i was there for only a few days. im a professional photographer and managed quite a few outstanding picture with the limited time i was there. very beautiful place and will be back one day. the erosion is a real kill joy though... its a very different place to be even more so that marthas vineyard or block island. in a weird way, a nostalgic place without having any previous nostalgia for it.
Nantucket looks so beautiful, but you need to be wealthy to either live there or visit. Not a place that is open to the general population unless you are rich. Not for the average working-class folks in America as the film tries to depict.
In 1980 while in the U.S. Coast Guard, I was stationed in Woods Hole on a buoy tender. We used to cruise by Nantucket all the time on I way to break ice or service buoys in the area. Martha's Vineyard was always accessible but Nantucket was exclusive...or I thought it was. I saw the Cape from Woods Hole to Province Town. I never made it to Nantucket. This part of the east coast has its own vibe. I was lucky enough to have lived there and watch it all come alive every summer.
It is my home. My foundation. My moral compass. I was born and raised there. Schooled and educated there. Went to church every Sunday. Had children at the Cottage Hospital. Married at "The bird Sanctuary". It is my home. I have no other. I grew up and played on every inch of this Island with all the descendants of the great whaling families. As an adult, I feel privileged to be a Nantucketer or as summer people called us "Townies" or "Islanders". We called them "Off Islanders" or "Summer people". We were happy to see old friends come back as much as we were glad to see them go. It is my home. Thank you for this beautiful look into the importance our Island once contributed to the global economy, if even for a brief period in time.
I know how you feel about home. You are blessed that you could live out your life there. I have only visited once and I still think of it.
@@LilyGazou hello..I had to grow up, leave the Island, and see the world as I'd seen it on TV growing up to really appreciate the wonderful Island that is my HOME. In my youth, I couldn't WAIT to leave this ROCK..lol. As an adult, I cling to it and everything and everyone in our then small community. We all knew each other. That's a comfortable warm blanket feeling, still is.😊
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In 1980 while in the U.S. Coast Guard, I was stationed in Woods Hole on a buoy tender. We used to cruise by Nantucket all the time on I way to break ice or service buoys in the area. Martha's Vineyard was always accessible but Nantucket was exclusive...or I thought it was. I saw the Cape from Woods Hole to Province Town. I never made it to Nantucket. This part of the east coast has its own vibe. I was lucky enough to have lived there and watch it all come alive every summer.
Thank you for your service to our Great Nation.
To @123spleege: Yes, Cape Cod is an amazing place. Parts of the Vineyard come across with a WWII vibe; Nantucket has a late 19th century vibe- horse tie ups for instance by the narrow streets. Cape Cod almost feels lost to time; it’s a truly glorious place! I also love that all those ships, many of them pirate ships, went down all along parts of the lower Cape.
As a New Englander, a Quaker who loves both nature and history, I yearned to visit Nantucket for many years. Trying to do so however proved to be a real challenge. The ferry is very expensive and trying to find accommodations that were affordable- and this was off season- was almost impossible. Once I managed to get there, this economic barrier continued to be an obstacle. Since it was after August, the public buses were basically truncated so you couldn’t really visit the entire island. The restaurants were also so expensive, I had to buy prepared food at the grocery store in order to eat. I felt like Nantucket had a huge sign on it that read: If you are not rich, don’t come here! What a disappoint that was. If Nantucket is America, it is the rich, very priviledged side of America, and certainly not representative of the larger community. It may have started diverse, economically and culturally, but like many coastal areas, working class people are being pushed out.
You are absolutely right. Nantucket has become totally inaccessible for many. But some of the specialness was the historic isolation, to become what it uniquely was. All that is long gone. Luckily, America is privileged to have many other equally beautiful seascapes and some very special mountains.
@@agingflowerchild .. I am so sorry your experience on our Island wasn't what you expected. I will agree it has become what you described, to a point. We, born Islanders know how or have figured out, have to navigate around the extravagance. We stay away from "Town" as much as possible, we shop off Island (which is always a fun day away from home )and on the internet.. There are a lot of affordable places to eat: Henry's Sub Shop, stubby, provisions, Surfside Bakery, Black eye Susans, The Fairgrounds ( Islanders favorite), Crosswinds (which is my family's favorite). I can keep going, for afternoon cocktails, The Rose & crown is a favourite, The Chicken Box makes delicious cocktails, The Muse, and Oath Pizza ( delish slices). Research is the key to visiting any Island. When in Jamaica I became immediate friends with some of the native Islanders. Even got invited to a home meal. If you ever come back, which I hope you do, I hope you have a better visit.😊..I will say accommodations are FRICKEN RIDICULOUS!!! 😬
Consider getting on the waitlist to camp at Hither hills in Montauk on Long Island. It’s affordable. You can take the train to the end of the line and get around by bike.
Beautifully done. Bacķ in the 90's I delivered nursery stock to Nantucket. My Mom came with me. Streets were not made for an 18 wheeler, but I loved every minute I was there. The people were the most wonderful and gracious hosts. Again, a very well done film.❤
I spent two full weeks on Nantucket in August of 1970 when I was sixteen years of age. This was a time of the final wave of the hippie generation. The vacation affected me deeply, and though I vowed to return I never did. I can't say I am sorry as those memories are cherished forever, and as mentioned by others, they can never be relived in our present age. Eating clam chowder and visiting the confectionary shop, and watching the movie in their theater, Bob, Carol, Ted and Alice, and the next week Mash 4017. Art galleries and small museums, the smell of the ocean, and the charm preserved therein the Island, with its cobblestone street, forever it will be with me.
Years ago, as a young man, I was on Nantucket for about 6 months. I have never left... my blood is still there. At 82 y/o now, I will never be able to return, ( I also know the Nantucket that was there in the early 1960s is not there anymore. So I really do not want to go back and ruin my memories.) As I said, my blood is still there, and ALWAYS will be!
.....Captain (USCG) A. Gardner Coffin, III 10/31/2024
I know this feeling.
My children’s and my happy place ❤ A true blessing.
This little film was lovely and extremely well done. I was fortunate to live in Portsmouth, RI for a year....in the old post office building, converted to a two family home. The entire area is magical....but unfortunately, I never got out to Nantucket. Thank you for this view of what I missed.... Well done. Thank you.
This superior and moving production deserves numerous awards.
No one does a documentary about a place better than Ric Burns...No one. I really wish he would do one on Chicago...not just the mob history but all of Chicago history like he did for New York. Only he could do it justice. Brilliant! Simply brilliant. He is genius.
Im from New Zealand and of Maori heritage. My ancestor traveled from Nantucket or closely by as a whaler on the shores close to NZ in the 1800's. His name and descendants are now dotted all throughout NZ. Hence why I'm here learning my history
Wow! Thank you! Been on my bucket list, now even more !
Well done. Thank you!
I've been to Nantucket and it has such a special feel to it. I was excited to see this documentary but disheartened to hear it was the whaling capital of the world. I only made it through 7 minutes.
I have never been, but I have no doubt that one day I will go. Thank you for the inspiration.
The whaling industry did NOT fail (as stated by someone in the film). It. Just ran its course and made many people rich in character and financially.
Thank you for sharing this.
I'm a relative of the Coffyn,Starbuck and Macy"s ....My love for the coast is part of my being, thanks so much for this beautiful history and film...maybe someday I will get there, being on the opposite coast.
Nicely narrated and a great historic film overall.
Well done!
Wonderful documentary 👏 ❤️
good job, very interesting
i was there for only a few days. im a professional photographer and managed quite a few outstanding picture with the limited time i was there. very beautiful place and will be back one day. the erosion is a real kill joy though...
its a very different place to be even more so that marthas vineyard or block island. in a weird way, a nostalgic place without having any previous nostalgia for it.
Nantucket looks so beautiful, but you need to be wealthy to either live there or visit. Not a place that is open to the general population unless you are rich. Not for the average working-class folks in America as the film tries to depict.
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Вот какая картина вырисовывается, китов истребители, бизонов уничтожили. Милые переселенцы.
If my ear was a .....
The islands are utterly out of reach to at least 90% of people…one can eat , swim and enjoy nature without dropping a months pay in a week.
Greatly enjoyed the first 3/4 ths of video,,then the "artist" or (socialist-moochers), move in & declare war on the right-wing
In 1980 while in the U.S. Coast Guard, I was stationed in Woods Hole on a buoy tender. We used to cruise by Nantucket all the time on I way to break ice or service buoys in the area. Martha's Vineyard was always accessible but Nantucket was exclusive...or I thought it was. I saw the Cape from Woods Hole to Province Town. I never made it to Nantucket. This part of the east coast has its own vibe. I was lucky enough to have lived there and watch it all come alive every summer.