New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
| Address: | 33 William St, New Bedford, MA 02740, USA |
| Phone: | +1 508-996-4095 |
| Site: | nps.gov |
| Rating: | 4.7 |
| Working: | 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM 9AM–5PM |
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Mark Oberg
Anyone who is at all interested in local history should start here. The New Bedford Whaling Museum is located within the National Park area on top of Johnny Cake Hill. Not only is it a great reason to drive into New Bedford for a weekend or day trip, locals love the place too. I have been through the museum many times, starting as a child. The museum contains many unique articles. To start with, an entire skeleton of a small whale floats over the atrium and greets you upon entering. At the other end is a 1/2 scale model of a whaling ship. The model gives a good idea of what these ships were like for the crews and how whales were rendered from blubber to oil. The museum also recently built a new education center, which I have not yet been inside. Im planning to spend a day down there this summer to check it out.
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Adam Gomes
I might be biased because I grew up in New Bedford, but I really do LOVE whats going on downtown. The shops, restaurants, and activities that have moved in are fantastic. I easily spend a whole day downtown and without breaking the bank. In fact, I often recomend friends from out of town, especially history and art fans, to visit in the summer, and Ive never heard a complaint.
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Thomas Kusch
Nice and informative museum with very comprehensive exhibitions that go far beyond the regional whaling industry. In fact, some have so many items on display to trigger a bit of information overload. A visit of 3-4 hours is recommended. The audio giude is actually about 3 hours.
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lina moniz
Took my and my sisters family there and it was very interesting. Dad who was born in Portugal in 36 remembered watching how they harpoon the whales on small boats and the video the museum had playing upstairs confirmed that his 81 year old memory had not failed him!!
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Phil Matson
A fun place to learn about the whaling industry. Tip: take time to talk to each of the people that work at the museum. The employees will give you a lot more insight. For example, we learned a great story that had to do with Macys department store.
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John Lanni
Awesome exibits not just whaling however a fantastic whaling museum. If you are visiting, the admission ticket gets you in for two days. Free parking right out front. Plenty of places to eat within a 2 minute walk. Very interesting.
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mike williams
Located in the heart of historic downtown newbedford.this meauseam is loaded with rich historic culture from the whaling days.when oceans were heavely populated by the whale.and we needed to catch them to survive..a great place ...
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Stephanie Garcia
New Bedfords claim to fame. The Whaling museum is a wonderful place to visit for a walk through history. The kids can imagine what it was like to sail in a tiny whaling ship on the vast ocean chasing monster whales.
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Rosemarie Stolmeier
Everyone is well informed about the area and can help with your questions. Outside provides a little green area you can stop and rest. Handouts are free and plentiful. Visitors should stop here first.
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Karen Church
What a great find! Ms Lucy and Angel were so nice to chat with!! We only had time for the short film but were glad we stayed to watch it! If you find yourself in the area, stop by! I highly recommend it!!
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Casey Colors
Small but beautiful. We only stumbled upon this museum randomly and it turned out to be one of the coolest places we visited on our trip. Everyone in the museum is well informed and polite too.
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Dorothy Fassbender
I went to buy a life time senior pass. Was given excellent directions. After purchasing the pass enjoyed a short film on New Bedford and whaling. Found it very interesting.
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Elliot Klimowski
Supporting the National Park Service is nearly the entire downtown of New Bedford. Interpretive signs abound amongst plenty of other activities and the epic Whaling Museum.
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Joni Waybright
Awesome place for fun and info and friendly faces! Took the walking tour of the Underground Railroad - bring your water bottle, tennis shoes and interest in social-history.
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Eric Vargo
I havent visited in years prior to my recent visit and all of the new exhibits we saw, along with childrens area, were fantastic. A great place to go during a rainy day!
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Michael Marcondes
Amazing historical information on New Bedford and the whaling industry. 2 whale skeletons hang there from the ceiling. Interactive wall digital boards for tourists to use.
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Joseph Boland
Absolutely loved coming here. Staff was incredibly helpful and informative and the exhibits were very nice. I was upset we were limited by the 2 hr limit on parking
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B R
Great place to relax, learn, and experience. If youve ever shown interest in boating, fishing, ocean life, or seafarers then this is the spot for you.
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Michael Clarke
This place is amazing. Great for all ages. It will take you a couple hours at a medium pace. Fuel up at Moby Dick Brewery across the street!
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Beth Philson
Great museum, and if you are lucky enough to have a docent show you around do it! Ours was extremely knowledgeable and very interesting.
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Patricia Staffier
Very interesting and educational...learned alot about how whales...thank you for having such knowledge staff..they were do full of facts
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Bob Lawton
I love downtown New Bedford! Great shops, restaurants, cobblestone streets, and right on the water. One of New Englands hidden gems.
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Jarrett Drake
Love the history and quaint little cobblestone city. Getting very trendy with all the new breweries and restaurants and galleries.
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Sally Roof
Delightful and informative. The suspended whale skeleton was impressive and showed the hand-like bone structure in the side fins.
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Noah Grant
Great place. Lots of cool stuff. Parking isnt easy but we found Moby Dicks brewery just down the street; good beer.
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Eastern Fish
Great place for locals and tourists. Full history and theater about the city that lit up the world, New Bedford.
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Bob Dorgan
Got my $10 Senior lifetime pass for the National Parks....etc.! Such a friendly Ranger there...she was tops!
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Tameka Baptista
If you wanna learn about the history of new bed ford best place to visit friendly service clean bathrooms
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Brian Bastarache
So lucky to have a National Park in New Bedford. Please visit and support or National Park Service.
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Jim Dobson
Take the National Park walking tour! You will have fun and learn something you didnt know.
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Laura Spiegler
Went on a wonderful tour, full of intersting information with a knowledgeable park ranger
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Patricia Perry
One of the best values for the money. Their glass collection is impressive.
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Jackie sylvia
Just a nice place to visit and learn the history of the New Bedford Whalers
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Mydeen Yussouf
Informative, friendly staff. Try the audio guide, its well worth the money!
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Violaine Marty
Informative exhibits Hands on discovery area for children
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Chris Belloli
Must see for anyone that will be in the area for the day.
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Madison Brophy
Its a good place for you if you like whales and history
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Fernando Barreiros
This museum is a must see. So much history and culture.
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Wanda Reyes
Me encanta
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Biffo Kelley
Walk around their a lot to see. Hint ( noproblembo )
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Wanda Reyes
Bello
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Neil Pacheco
It a great place to learn the history of whaling
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Maria Lynch
great for tourist passing through New Bedford! :D
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Linda Muñoz
Interesting whaling museum good experience
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Wesley Smith
Worth the time if your visiting the area.
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Michael Lapitsky
This is the perfect place for children
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Chris Smith
Great place for those who love history
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Levi Shetler
Great family fun, and very cool place!
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Donna Phillips
Very helpful at the visitors center.
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Andrew Hamel
Beautiful area with a rich history.
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jay lewis
Lovely area with lots of history.
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Ana Leite
Love love love this place!!!!!!
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Joseph Lawliss
glad we went.. worth the stop
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Roy Crockett
Great place to bring the kids
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Daniel Crow
Local history at its best.
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Donna Violette
Very helpful and friendly.
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B Faraji
Very good lots of exhibits
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Stacy Carreau
Great history and beauty
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Christopher J.
A must see for everyone.
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ellenmarie medeiros
Good time nice day
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