Join us at the Whaling Museum for an evening of history, music, and community.
4:00–5:00 PM: Free admission begins & activities!
Enjoy free admission and full Museum access from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, plus a family-friendly whale scavenger hunt.
Be sure to explore these two featured exhibitions:
Forging Independence | Building a Nation (Braitmayer Family Galleries) marks the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, connecting historic events to present-day questions of independence and nationhood.
“Look pleasant, please”: Early Portrait Photography in New Bedford (Wattles Family Gallery) showcases 19th-century portrait photography—from daguerreotypes to early prints—revealing how studio portraits shaped identity during a period of major change in New Bedford.
5:00–8:00 PM: Enjoy limited free Museum access and special programming throughout the evening.
Old Time Fiddle Session (6:00–8:00 PM)
Experience traditional music with the Old Time Fiddle Session, a lively gathering of fiddlers, banjo players, and string band musicians.
For over a decade, this intergenerational, welcoming community music circle has brought traditional music to South Coast audiences. All skill levels are invited—come play, listen, or simply enjoy.
