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New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center

38 Bethel Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-8894
fishingheritagecenter.org/

New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center preserves and presents the story of New Bedford's Fishing community through exhibits, archives, and programs. The permanent exhibit, "More than a Job: Work and Community in New Bedford's Fishing Industry provides an introduction to the workings of the fishing industry and explores themes including labor history, immigration, sustainability, and the changing nature of work and community. Listening stations and touch screen technology incorporate historic images, footage, and more than 60 audio clips that share the many voices of the fishing community. The Center also offers a changing gallery, gift ship, and robust slate of public programs.