Celebrate the enduring connection between Herman Melville, Moby-Dick, and New Bedford with this commemorative T-shirt honoring the unveiling of the new Herman Melville statue at the historic Seamen’s Bethel.

Created by artist Stefanie Rocknak, the statue pays tribute to Melville and the important role New Bedford played in the story and inspiration behind Moby-Dick. This commemorative shirt marks a special moment in the city’s literary and maritime history.

Your $50 donation supports the New Bedford Port Society and its ongoing mission to preserve the Seamen’s Bethel, Mariners’ Home, and the stories that connect New Bedford to its remarkable maritime past.

Wear a piece of New Bedford history—and help keep the story alive.

$50 Donation