In this edition of Sanctuary of Stories, New Bedford native Emir Jorge Morais reflects on why preserving the city's...
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New Bedford whaleship Ann Alexander
Image: "Destruction of the Larboard Boat of the Ann Alexander, by a Sperm Whale in the South Pacific" (1851), courtesy...
The whaleship Charles W. Morgan
More than 180 years ago, a familiar sight left New Bedford Harbor as the whaleship Charles W. Morgan began her second...
In Memorium of Lars Vinjerud II
The New Bedford Port Society extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Lars Vinjerud...
A Sanctuary of Stories: Timothy D. Walker
As part of the New Bedford Port Society’s Sanctuary of Stories, historian, author, and board member Timothy Walker...
A Day of Remembrance at the Seamen’s Bethel
The New Bedford Port Society would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for this year’s...
Captain George Fred Tilton: A Life of Courage at Sea
Captain George Fred Tilton (1861–1932) was a master mariner, Arctic whaler, author, and one of the most remarkable...
The original Liberty Bell
Hidden within the New Bedford Port Society is a powerful symbol of freedom that also tells a deeply local story. The...
Thank you for joining us at the Catalpa 150th Anniversary Event
Thank you to everyone who joined us in commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Catalpa Rescue. It was a meaningful...
Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Catalpa
The City of New Bedford, in partnership with the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, cordially invites you to commemorate...










