Honor The Past. Anchor The Future.

Support the Seamen’s Bethel and Mariner’s Home Through the 2025 Annual Campaign

For nearly 200 years, the New Bedford Port Society has preserved the sacred spaces that tell the story of our maritime heritage. The Seamen’s Bethel and Mariner’s Home are not only historic landmarks—they are living parts of our community where memories are made, history is honored, and futures are shaped.

As we chart a course toward our bicentennial in 2030, we invite you to join us in supporting this year’s annual campaign. Your gift today helps us preserve the spaces that connect us to our seafaring past while ensuring they remain active, meaningful parts of our cultural landscape.

With your support, we can continue our restoration efforts, expand educational programming, enhance visitor experiences, and prepare for a milestone celebration that reflects the full impact of the Port Society’s legacy for the next 100 years.

Phil Oliveira

President, New Bedford Port Society

Suggested Giving Tiers

$20 – STEWARD
Help maintain our sacred spaces with a gift that honors everyday legacy.

$100 – MARINER
Support public programming, tours, and education outreach.

$250 – NAVIGATOR
Contribute to the preservation and digitization of historic archives.

$500 – SEAMEN’S CIRCLE
Fund special events and exhibits celebrating our maritime story.

$1,000+ – LEGACY ANCHOR
Lead the way in preparing for our 200th anniversary and beyond. Legacy Anchors will be acknowledged on our website.