New Bedford Port Society President Phil Oliveira sits down with Sculptor Stephanie Rocknak to discuss the Herman...
The Creation of the Herman Melville Statue: An Interview with Stefanie Rocknak
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Behind the Artifacts: Stories from Seamen’s Bethel
At our recent Event on the Hill, curator Rachel Rossi shared a closer look at some of the remarkable artifacts housed...
The Cenotaphs of Seamen’s Bethel: Stories Etched in Stone
When you step inside the Seamen’s Bethel on Johnny Cake Hill, one of the first things you notice are the marble...
Thank You for Joining Us on the Hill
The New Bedford Port Society extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for this year’s Event on the Hill....
“Sharing” Presented by Wacky Hat Productions
This short film, produced by Wacky Hat Productions, was filmed on location at the New Bedford Port Society’s Seamen’s...
“The Letter” A Short Film Experience
Within the quiet walls of the Seamen’s Bethel, stories of loss, survival, and reflection have echoed for generations....
New Bedford Port Society Rememberence and Blessing of the Fleet 2025
This highlight video captures moments from the 2025 Remembrance & Blessing of the Fleet on the historic New Bedford...
Scenes from the Seamen’s Bethel: Moby-Dick Marathon 2024
Each year, readers and Melville enthusiasts from around the world gather in New Bedford for the annual Moby-Dick...
Moby-Dick Marathon 2023: Readings from the Seamen’s Bethel
The annual Moby-Dick Marathon at the New Bedford Whaling Museum honors Herman Melville’s enduring connection to this...