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SUMMARY:"The Jump" screening at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park will host a free screening of the 2020 documentary “The Jump” on Friday\, Oct. 16\, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 33 William St. Admission is free. \nThe film tells the true story of Simas Kudirka\, a Lithuanian radio operator who jumped from a Soviet factory ship onto a U.S. Coast Guard vessel off Martha’s Vineyard in 1970 in a desperate attempt to escape to freedom. \n  \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-jump-screening-at-new-bedford-whaling-national-historical-park/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T173000
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SUMMARY:WHALE’s Living the Old House Dream
DESCRIPTION:Love old houses? Dream of owning one\, or already have one? WHALE’s “Living the Old House Dream” explores what it is really like to live in and care for a historic home\, with tips along the way. \nThe program looks at the rewards\, realities\, and occasional surprises that come with old-house ownership. It is open to longtime owners and anyone just starting to imagine owning a historic home. \nUpcoming dates are Wednesday\, Oct. 14; Wednesday\, Nov. 4; and Wednesday\, Nov. 18. Sessions will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center auditorium\, 33 William St. Doors open at 5 p.m. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/whales-living-the-old-house-dream/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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SUMMARY:Free Walking Tours at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park offers free weekly walking tours through Oct. 11\, 2026. Participants meet a ranger or volunteer inside the visitor center or in the garden. \nExploring Extraordinary Whales\nWednesdays at 10:30 a.m. \nLearn about whales’ size\, adaptations\, communication\, and migration\, along with their connections to New Bedford’s history and global industries. \nWhaling in New Bedford\nWednesdays at 2:30 p.m. \nExplore New Bedford’s history as a major whaling port and its connections to the global maritime economy\, industry\, and commerce. \nThe Visitor Center’s main entrance is at the top of the front steps on William Street. An accessible entrance is available through the Visitor Center Garden on the right side of the building.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-walking-tours-at-new-bedford-whaling-national-historical-park/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,History,Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T090000
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SUMMARY:Something Fishy Summer Vacation Program registration
DESCRIPTION:Applications are open for the free Something Fishy Summer Vacation Program for New Bedford students entering fourth grade this fall. Three one-week sessions will be held on July 13\, July 20\, and July 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. \nNow in its 19th year\, the program introduces students to New Bedford’s maritime history through marine science activities\, crafts\, games\, and field trips. Participants will visit the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, the Whaling Museum\, the Seamen’s Bethel\, and the working waterfront. \nBreakfast\, lunch\, and an afternoon snack are provided. Transportation is not included. \nApplications are accepted on a rolling basis and are available in English\, Spanish\, and Portuguese at fishingheritagecenter.org. The program is presented by the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/something-fishy-summer-vacation-program-registration/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Education,Free,History,School Vacation Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000
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SUMMARY:Tea with Hetty Green
DESCRIPTION:A tea and talk about Hetty Green will be held at the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park on Sunday\, June 28\, at 2 p.m. A historical interpreter will portray Green during the program.\n\nThe discussion will center on Green’s life in Bedford Village (now New Bedford) and her rise to become one of the wealthiest women in America.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/tea-with-hetty-green/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Discussion,History
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SUMMARY:Free Go Fish April Vacation Week program
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park are partnering to offer free April vacation programming for students and families from Tuesday\, April 21\, through Friday\, April 24\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week program highlights the history of the Port of New Bedford\, from whaling to today’s fishing industry. Activities are available at both locations and include storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. \nThe program is designed for elementary and middle school students\, though all ages are welcome. Activities are drop-in\, and no registration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-go-fish-april-vacation-week-program/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Education,Kids,School Vacation Activities
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SUMMARY:Dock-u-mentary Film Screening: Vintage Gloucester
DESCRIPTION:Dock-u-mentaries continues Friday\, April 17\, at 7 p.m. at the visitor center theater at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. Admission is free.\n\nPresented by the Fishing Heritage Center\, the program features three short films on Gloucester and its commercial fishing history from the 1930s to the 1960s. Titles include “New England Fishermen (1938)\,” “Men of Gloucester (1949)\,” and “The New England Fisherman (1967).”\n\nDock-u-mentaries is a monthly film series held on the third Friday from October through April at the park’s auditorium\, 33 William St. The films focus on the working waterfront and the region’s fishing industry.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dock-u-mentary-film-screening-vintage-gloucester/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,Fishing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T190000
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SUMMARY:Dock-u-mentary: Women on the Water
DESCRIPTION:The documentary Women on the Water follows six women working in New Hampshire’s fishing and aquaculture industries. They build careers in lobstering\, seafood distribution\, oyster farming\, and tuna fishing. Each has faced personal and industry barriers. \nThe 44-minute film highlights independence\, determination\, and grit on the water. It was produced by New Hampshire Sea Grant. Co-creators are Tim Briggs and Gabriela Bradt. It is directed by Haley McHatton.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dock-u-mentary-women-on-the-water/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Women's History Month
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