New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center

Located in New Bedford, the nation’s most valuable fishing port, New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving and presenting the story of the fishing industry past, present, and future through exhibits, programs, and archives. Featuring a new permanent exhibit titled, More than a Job: Work and Community in New Bedford’s Fishing Industry. This exhibit features a replica working deck, scallop dredge, galley table, bunks, historic images and footage, and more than sixty audio clips sharing the many voices of the fishing community. More than a Job provides visitors with an introduction to the workings of the fishing industry as well as explore themes including labor history, immigration, sustainability, and the changing nature of work and community.

Hour of Operation: Thursday – Sunday 10am -4pm