Exploring The New Bedford Whaling Museum

Have you ever wondered how whaling came to be a vital worldwide business? And why did New Bedford become the richest and busiest port for whaling? Find out on Saturday, April 7, when New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park offers the next session in its free Exploration Series. This Saturday, April 7, Mike Dyer, Maritime Curator of New Bedford Whaling Museum will offer a special guided tour of this world-renowned museum. The tour will start at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park’s visitor center at 33 William Street, one block from the museum, at 9:45 am.

The Exploration Series is an opportunity for the public to delve into New Bedford’s fascinating history and its people. The sessions take place on select Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM and on select Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:30 AM, with most sessions taking place adjacent to the national park visitor center, 33 William Street, New Bedford. All sessions are free of charge, and the public is welcome to attend one, some, or all of the events.