Ranger’s Choice Tour: 🌍 Discover New Bedford: A City of Adventure and Freedom! 🚢

Wed Aug 20 2025 at 02:30 pm to 03:45 pm UTC-04:00

33 William St, New Bedford, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02740 | New Bedford

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
Publisher/HostNew Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
Ranger\u2019s Choice Tour: \ud83c\udf0d Discover New Bedford: A City of Adventure and Freedom! \ud83d\udea2
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Get ready to step into history and uncover the incredible story of New Bedford—the world’s whaling capital and a beacon of hope for freedom seekers! This bustling seaport wasn’t just a hub for global exploration, where daring whalers ventured across the Pacific and Arctic, expanding knowledge and reshaping entire ecosystems. It was also a sanctuary for those escaping slavery, offering refuge, opportunity, and a thriving community committed to justice.
On this walking tour, you’ll trace the footsteps of Frederick Douglass, Herman Melville, explore the rich cultures shaped by maritime trade, and dive into the powerful stories of resilience and discovery that make New Bedford truly legendary. History comes alive in every cobblestone, every waterfront breeze, and every tale of courage.
Join us and experience the adventure firsthand—because New Bedford’s past is one you won’t want to just read about; you’ll want to walk through it! 🔥
Topics of Choice!
The Underground Railroad
Blubber and Bones: The Products of Whaling
In the Footsteps of Douglass and Melville
A New Life In New Bedford
Whaling and Culture

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