AHA! (Art, History, Architecture) New Bedford provides free art and culture experiences in downtown New Bedford for everyone to enjoy.

2025 AHA! Events

Preservation Celebration

May 14

AHA! Night

THANK YOU FOR A GREAT SEASON OF LIVE MUSIC IN DOWNTOWN NEW BEDFORD!

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Be Part of the Strategy for a Thriving Downtown New Bedford

Town Hall Meeting on April 27 to provide update and next steps. New Bedford supporters, residents, workers, business and property owners are invited to a ...
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Creative Sustainability Highlights this year’s AHA! Night: Project Planet on April 9th

Annual downtown procession begins and ends at Custom House Square this year, where there will be interactive pop-ups, raffle prizes, and the crowning of this ...
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AHA! Project Planet Celebration Sign Up

Celebrate the planet on AHA! Night! Thursday, April 9th @ 5:00 pm Make your Earth Day statement and experience the fun during AHA! Night: Project ...
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