F/V Lillian B. Model Boat Showcase
November 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will host a model boat showcase Saturday, Nov. 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. A presentation begins at 2 p.m.
Former commercial fisherman and Reidar’s Manufacturing founder Reidar Bendiksen will present his scale model of the F/V Lillian B., a vessel originally built as a submarine chaser and converted into a commercial fishing boat after World War II.
Bendiksen will discuss the vessel’s history in New Bedford’s fishing fleet. He will also explain the model’s design and construction. The model will remain on display after the event.
Admission is free. Advance registration and donations are encouraged through Eventbrite.
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