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  • Morabeza: Cape Verdean Community in the SouthCoast

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    In recognition of the 50th anniversary of Cape Verdean independence in 2025, the New Bedford Whaling Museum presents Morabeza: Cape Verdean Community in the South Coast. The exhibition is part […]

  • New Exhibit Explores Bristol County’s History of Incarceration

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Whaling Museum and the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office will open Bristol County: Incarcerated on Oct. 24. The exhibit traces the history of local incarceration from the 18th-century […]

  • Community Food Drive

    New Bedford City Hall 133 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States +2 more

    The City’s Department of Community Services is running a food drive that will continue through March 31, 2026. Nonperishable food donations will benefit PACE, the New Bedford Housing Authority, and […]

  • Donation Drop Sites Needed

    Local food pantries need help building supplies as SNAP benefits change. Reggae on West Beach (ROWB) is organizing a food and baby item drive for area families in need. Businesses […]

  • Artistic Luminaries: Three Local Icons Exhibit

    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Artistic Luminaries: Three Local Icons exhibit is on view from December 11 through February 23, 2026. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 […]

  • Ahab’s Head: American Vengeance

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Ahab’s Head: American Vengeance opens December 13 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The new installation is by Boston artist and sculptor Heidi Whitman. It is an immersive look at […]

  • Early Portrait Photography in New Bedford

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    See the faces of 19th-century America in a new special exhibition opening Jan. 16, 2026.  "Look Pleasant, Please: Early Portrait Photography in New Bedford," explores portrait photography in a growing […]

  • Call for Submissions: ArtWeek SouthCoast

    ArtWeek SouthCoast is back May 8 to 17, 2026, with events planned across southeastern Massachusetts. The festival website is live, and event submissions are open at artweeksouthcoast.org. Artists, cultural organizations, […]

  • Rose Alley’s 17th Annual Beer Summit

    Rose Alley Ale House 94 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Rose Alley Ale House in New Bedford announces its 17th annual Beer Summit from Feb. 1 through Feb. 28, 2026. The month-long craft beer challenge features 28 beers in 28 […]

  • The Homecoming Exhibit at New Bedford Art Museum

    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Art Museum celebrates local patronage with The Homecoming on view Feb. 5 through March 29, 2026. The exhibition launches a new series focused on the collecting interests of South Coast art patrons. Works come exclusively from private local collections and are rarely shown publicly. An eclectic mix reflects the tastes of eight […]

  • FY27 YouthReach Grants Open

    Virtual

    YouthReach grants are now available through Mass Cultural Council. The FY27 round supports Creative Youth Development programs that use arts, humanities, and science to connect with young people. Funding is […]

  • Westport Cultural Council Accepting Grant Proposals

    The Westport Cultural Council is accepting applications for Community Grants from Feb. 6 through March 11 at 4 p.m. Funding is supported by the Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust, administered […]

  • Original Works Lab Opens Submissions for 2026

    Your Theatre Inc has opened submissions for its 2026 Original Works Lab, inviting SouthCoast playwrights to share original work. The Original Works Lab, known as OWL, supports writers at all […]

  • Blue Heron in Flight

    Blue Heron in Flight
    Adriance Furniture Makers 288 Gulf Road, Dartmouth, MA, United States

    Adriance Furnituremakers highlights work by local artisans in the Showroom Gallery. Each piece shows the maker’s style. Each one brings character to the space. John Magnan shifted to art after an early retirement from a technical career. The change led to studies at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Magnan later earned an MFA in […]

  • February Vacation Week at the Museum

    February Vacation Week at the Museum
    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Travel back in time during February school vacation week at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Each day features themed activities, hands-on crafts, story times, and an afternoon movie. Museum highlights […]

  • Watercolor Painting Class

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Learn watercolor painting through practice and technique in this four-week workshop. Students will explore various techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-damp, and masking fluid, as well as color mixing and brushwork. The […]

  • Family Storytime at RJD

    Family Storytime at RJD
    Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum 396 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Storytime is presented with the New Bedford Free Public Library at RJD. Attendees meet inside the mansion for a half hour of stories designed for all ages. Families may take […]

  • Wool Felted Painting Workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Students will create detailed images using dry wool and simple tools. Finished pieces make good gifts or keepsakes. The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 1 to 4 […]