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 This historic corner of New England has long provided an atmosphere in which culture flourishes. The number and variety of activities going on throughout the year make the New Bedford area one of the most active in New England.
The region’s geographic variety allows enthusiasts of all persuasions to indulge their preferences, be they interested in the boating, swimming, and lounging opportunities afforded by some of the most beautiful beaches on the East Coast, camping and hiking in the State Forests of Freetown and Dartmouth, or visiting world class museums.
New Bedford offers a full calendar of fairs and festivals
(http://www.destinationnewbedford.org) including Summerfest, the traditional Blessing of the Fleet and the largest celebration of Portuguese culture in the nation, the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament. For more information, call the New Bedford Office of Tourism and Marketing at 1-800-508-5353.
 In the heart of New Bedford lies the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (http://www.nps.gov/nebe). New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park commemorates the city of New Bedford’s heritage as the world’s preeminent whaling port during the 19th century. It is the only national park unit that focuses on the whaling industry’s historic role in American and world culture.
Additional tourist information:
Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT)
617-973-8500 or 1-800-227-MASS
http://www.massvacation.com
City of New Bedford Office of Tourism & Marketing
1-800-508-5353
http://www.destinationnewbedford.org
Bristol County Convention & Visitors Bureau
508-997-1250
http://www.bristol-county.org
Town of Fairhaven Office of Tourism
508-979-4085
View Website
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
508-996-4095
http://www.nps.gov/nebe
New Bedford Whaling Museum
508-997-0046
http://www.whalingmuseum.org
Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum
508-997-1401 or 508-996-4158
http://www.rjdmuseum.org
New Bedford Art Museum
508-961-3072
http://www.newbedfordartmuseum.org
Artworks! At Dover Street
508-984-1588
http://www.artworksforyou.org
Summerfest
http://www.newbedfordsummerfest.com
Plymouth County Development Council
508-747-0100
http://www.seeplymouth.com
Buttonwood Park Zoo
508-991-4556
http://www.bpzoo.org
Zeiterion Theatre
508-997-5664
Box Office 508-994-2900
http://www.zeiterion.org |
