"One of the loveliest (bed and breakfasts in New Bedford)"
– BostonGlobe.com
In the 1860's Herman Melville often visited New Bedford, Massachusetts and enjoyed the comforts of his sister's home. Now his experience can be yours.
The Melville House stands on an historic street lined with stately federal and Victorian mansions built by 19th century sea captains. This restored 1855 Italian Empire house, originally built as a wedding gift by a wealthy sea merchant for his daughter, was once owned by Herman Melville's sister, Katherine and her husband, engineer and poet John Hoadley, who had become close to Melville. Read more...
New Bedford The City That Lit The World
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 New Bedford Harbor New Bedford was the mid 19th century’s preeminent whaling port and for a time “the richest city in the world.” Come stroll down cobblestone streets, visit the world’s largest whaling museum, tour a whaling merchant’s home and whaleman's chapel, and walk a 19th century schooner’s decks. Walk in the footsteps of Herman Melville and Frederick Douglass and learn about a remarkable era. National Park Visitor CenterBuilt in 1853 and located in the heart of the historic district, the National Park Visitor Center is a great place to begin your visit to New Bedford. Stop by and pick up brochures, view orientation exhibits, plan your day with helpful staff, visit the gift shop, or take a guided tour (offered seasonally) of the historic district. MoreThe New Bedford Whaling MuseumThe New Bedford Whaling Museum is the world's preeminent whaling museum and houses special collections, long-term and changing exhibits, rare whale skeletons, a half-scale model of a whaling bark and much more...The Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden MuseumThis 28 room Greek Revival mansion was built in 1834 and chronicles 150 years of economic, social and domestic life in New Bedford. The museum is open to the public and hosts house and garden tours, special exhibits annually, and an assortment of special events.The Seamen's BethelKnown as the Whalemen's Chapel in Herman Melville's Moby-Dick, today the Seamen's Bethel serves as a memorial to whalemen and fishermen who have lost their lives at sea. The Bethel is open to the public Memorial Day through Columbus day. MoreSource: New Bedford Whaling NHP 33 William Street New Bedford, MA 02740 http://www.nps.gov/nebe/ E-mail Us Phone Visitor Information (508) 996-4095 Fax (508) 984-1250 Climate The summers are mild while the winters can be cold with wind, ice, and snow. Normal temperature in January is 30.6 F and in July 73.5 F. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and dress according to the weather. |
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