Summer Sunset Cruise
Join the members of the New Bedford Historical Society for a fun evening on the Cuttyhunk Ferry. Help support our programs and the restoration work of the Nathan and Mary Johnson House.
View ArticleManuel ” Mannie” Edward Costa, Sr.
Manuel “Mannie” Edward Costa, Sr. Manuel “Mannie” Edward Costa, Sr. was born on March 9, 1918 in New Bedford, Massachusetts on the corner of Canon St and the Acushnet Ave which has since been changed...
View ArticleDocumentation and Preservation Workshop
This workshop will be held on Saturday, November 8 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM at the Corson Building on 33 William Street. Learn how to care for family papers and how to document the service of the veterans...
View ArticleCelebrate Sonia Sanchez’s 80th Birthday
Join the members of the Historical as we celebrate the legacy of Sonia Sanchez on her 80th birthday. Poets Everett Hoagland, Iva Brito, Pat Gomes and Amanda DeGrace will share their personal...
View ArticleThe Veteran’s Legacy
Press release October 19, 2014 The Veteran’s Legacy: A Documentation and Preservation Workshop We all know the old question, “What did you do in the war, Daddy?” In 2014 we are commemorating events...
View ArticleCPA Act at Annual Meeting October 8
Community Preservation Act is the Focus of New Bedford Historical Society Annual Meeting The public is invited to attend the New Bedford Historical Society’s 18th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October...
View ArticleCape Verdeans Recount Ancestor’s Journey to the U.S.
With grateful hearts, Cape Verdeans recount ancestors’ journey to U.S. By SIMÓN RIOS srios@s-t.com April 27, 2014 12:00 AM NEW BEDFORD — Julius Britto and Salah Mattos have known each other for the...
View ArticleSteppin’ Out On A Sunday Afternoon
The New Bedford Historical Society Hosts Steppin’ Out on a Sunday Afternoon. Join the New Bedford Historical Society for our annual fundraiser on Sunday, May 17 from 3 – 8 PM. Held at the Hawthorne...
View ArticleSteppin’ Out On A Sunday Afternoon
Join the members of the New Bedford Historical Society on Sunday, May 17 from 3 – 8 PM for an afternoon of music and dancing for a cause as we celebrate our historical legacy and support the Nathan...
View ArticleSteppin’ Out on a Sunday Afternoon
Join the New Bedford Historical Society for our annual fundraiser on Sunday, May 17 from 3 – 8 PM. Held at the Hawthorne Country Club, there will be music in three rooms by Elan Trotman, Cabo Verdean...
View ArticleNBHS Fish & Chicken Fry!
Join us for this ‘Friend’raiser! Saturday, October 17th, 1-4pm Elks Club Carney Lodge Mill & Cottage Streets 10$ Each
View Article54th Regiment mural takes its place among city’s historical offerings
By Steve Urbon Jul 22, 2015 at 12:19 PM NEW BEDFORD — The famed African-American Massachusetts 54th Regiment is more fully rooted in the narrative of New Bedford’s storied past, thanks to a mural...
View ArticleSouthCoast civil rights trailblazers honored by local NAACP, Historical Society
SouthCoast civil rights leaders honored March 21, 2015 NEW BEDFORD — The Waypoint Conference Center on the waterfront was full to capacity Saturday for a breakfast awards banquet by the local chapter...
View ArticleFrederick Douglass Community Read-A-Thon
New Bedford Historical Society Invites You To The 16th Frederick Douglass Community Read-A-Thon Sunday February 21, 2016 2-6pm At First Unitarian Church New Bedford 71 Eighth Street, Downtown New...
View ArticleLift Every Voice and Sing
Poetry, music, artwork create stirring civil rights event – Read Article
View ArticleCall For Posters Global Voices For Social Justice: An Art As Activism Exhibit
Call for Posters Global Voices for Social Justice: Art as Activism Exhibit Co-sponsors, New Bedford Historical Society and New Bedford Art Museum/Artworks September 30 – November 18, 2016 Like many...
View ArticleSummer 2016 Newsletter
New Bedford Historical Society Newsletter Summer 2016 Download PDF
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