New Bedford Whaling Museum
Museum
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM Wed
About
Exhibits & history of whaling industry. Half-scale model of a whaling ship & exhibits on the history of the global whaling industry.
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What to bring
▼Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:
- A camera and notebook
- Comfortable shoes for walking
Best times to visit
▼To avoid crowds at New Bedford Whaling Museum:
- Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
- Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
- Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance
Age appropriateness
▼This location is generally recommended for:
Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)
Details
- Address18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740
- 📞Phone(508) 997-0046
- 🕒HoursMonday:9 AM–5 PMTuesday:9 AM–5 PMWednesday:9 AM–5 PMThursday:9 AM–5 PMFriday:9 AM–5 PMSaturday:9 AM–5 PMSunday:9 AM–5 PM
Features
Service options
- Onsite services: Onsite services available
Highlights
- Live performances: Has live performances
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating: Has wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Gift shop: Has gift shop
Amenities
- Offers tours: Offers tours
- Restroom: Has restroom
- Restaurant: No restaurant
Children
- Good for kids: Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking: Free street parking
- Paid parking garage: Paid parking garage
- Paid street parking: Paid street parking
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