Maria Mitchell Assoc – The Nature of Nantucket - Dr. Geoffrey Clayton

This week on the show, host Joanna Roche sits down with Dr. Geoffrey Clayton, Interim Director of Astronomy at the Maria Mitchell Association. Dr. Clayton shares his deep connection to Nantucket, where he now resides full-time, and how his early visits to the island and the MMA sparked his lifelong passion for astronomy. He reflects on his educational journey, past projects, and career highlights, leading him to his current role. In a touching moment, Dr. Clayton recalls receiving his first telescope at the age of nine, igniting his love for the night sky and setting him on his path to the stars. To learn more about the Maria Mitchell Association visit https://www.mariamitchell.org/.