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New Bedford Whaling Museum
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Museum · New Bedford, MA

New Bedford Whaling Museum

The New Bedford Whaling Museum explores the history of whaling and New Bedford's maritime past. Visitors can engage with special drop-in activities, squid dissections, and 3D…

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What you get

About New Bedford Whaling Museum

The New Bedford Whaling Museum explores the history of whaling and New Bedford's maritime past. Visitors can engage with special drop-in activities, squid dissections, and 3D movies. The museum features various exhibitions, including the Lagoda exhibit, and commemorates the Declaration of Independence's words in a city tied to the Revolutionary cause. Its store offers books on sea adventures, science, history, and art, along with prints from its collection.

Plan your visit

Hours
Sunday,Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 9:00-17:00
New Bedford Whaling Museum — New Bedford, MA