The Nantucket Gam
The Nantucket Gam
Podcast Description
A podcast about Nantucket’s History. Created and published by the Nantucket Historical Association.
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The podcast focuses on key historical events in Nantucket, with themes such as community resilience, disaster management, and traditional folklore. Specific episodes explore significant occurrences like the Great Fire of 1846 and feature stories of collaboration and loss, while also addressing modern perspectives related to historical events.
A podcast about Nantucket’s History. Research, stories and interviews that explore topics in the island’s past and tie them to modern day Nantucket. Created and published by the Nantucket Historical Association.
Tired of those loud, noisy trucks that trundle through the tight streets of Nantucket? Done with being stuck in 45 minutes of traffic on Old South Road? Tire screeching of fast and flashy cars ruining your beach day? You’re not alone! Over a century ago, many islanders would have agreed with you. Join the Gam this month to learn all about the history of Nantucket’s stand against the automobile – the Nantucket Car Ban. Plus, for our interview, we are joined by Brian Quigley, who discusses the historic legality of the ban.
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