New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center on a bright fall day.
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
National Historical Park · MA
"The town itself is perhaps the dearest place to live in, in all New England..nowhere in all America will you find more patrician-like houses, parks and gardens more opulent, than in New Bedford…all these brave houses and flowery gardens came from the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans. One and all, they were harpooned and dragged up hither from the bottom of the sea." H. Melville, "Moby-Dick"
Park report
Current Alerts
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available3 activities
Park Name
InfoNew Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoMA
Phone
Info508-996-4095
nebe_info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoWelcome to New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park! The Visitor Center and Garden provide a distinctive urban park experience. Operating hours vary seasonally and may differ from those of our local partners/businesses within the park boundary and throughout the city. Please refer to the Visitor Center hours listed below for access and note that park grounds remain open year-round. Holiday Closures: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Visitor Center & Park Garden
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, Arts + 19 more
Weather Info
InfoIn New Bedford, Massachusetts, you’ll experience all four seasons in their full glory! Summers are warm and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 56°F to 83°F, perfect for enjoying the coastal bree
Getting There
InfoNew Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center is centrally located in downtown New Bedford at 33 William Street. If you're arriving by car, take I-195 and use Exit 25, following signs fo
Location
Info41.6354° N, -70.9232° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website