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# AHA! Night

New Bedford

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- [Hands-On Workshop with Community Boating](https://ahanewbedford.org/hands-on-workshop-with-community-boating/) - Join the Community Boating Center of New Bedford and the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park for an engaging hands-on exploration of maritime history and traditional craftsmanship. Participants will learn about hand tools, their important role in New Bedford’s maritime heritage, and how generations of shipbuilders and sailors used them. Guests will have the opportunity
- [Summer Sounds Demo 1](https://ahanewbedford.org/summer-sounds-demo-1/)
- [2026 Summer Sound Series](https://ahanewbedford.org/2026-summer-sound-series/) - Free Outdoor Concerts Return to Downtown Beginning on June 26 The Summer Sound Series of weekly concerts returns to Downtown New Bedford on June 26, bringing crowds and free entertainment on Friday nights through the beginning of September. Organized by AHA! New Bedford, presented by Mayor Jon Mitchell, and sponsored by Explore New Bedford, WPRI
- [After the Silence: A Community Gathering on Fatherhood, Protection & Belonging](https://ahanewbedford.org/after-the-silence-a-community-gathering-on-fatherhood-protection-belonging/) - A community gathering for fathers, men, families, and neighbors to come together around care, responsibility, and connection. Through shared food, storytelling, reflection, and conversation, we’ll explore what it means to show up for one another, support the next generation, and help rebuild stronger community ties. This gathering creates space for honesty, healing, and practical ways
- [AHA! Open Lab](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-open-lab/) - Join us for this month's AHA! Night and explore the NBRR Lab! We’re opening our doors from 4:30-6:30 PM, and you’re invited to step inside, look around, and experience our space in action! Meet our team, tour the lab, and watch our industrial robots as they create, design, and innovate using a variety of technologies.
- [Pride AHA! at the Art Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/pride-aha-at-the-art-museum/) - Queer Film @ The Art Museum Presented by Professor Mocha 8:00 PM Screening • Free Admission PETER HUJAR’S DAY (Ira Sachs, 2025) Starring Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall, Peter Hujar’s Day reimagines a real 1974 conversation between photographer Peter Hujar and writer Linda Rosenkrantz, offering an intimate glimpse into New York’s downtown art scene and
- [BCL Takes Pride in Participating in AHA Night](https://ahanewbedford.org/bcl-takes-pride-in-participating-in-aha-night/) - Stop by Better Community Living from 4 PM- 7 PM at our 143 Union location. The talented people from our residential and day programs will be displaying and teaching their artistic talents, including painting, crocheting, key chain making with beads, photography, diamond art, 3d printing and Disney character art.
- [Serlingpa Meditation Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/serlingpa-meditation-center/) - Open House: 5:30-7pmCome visit Serlingpa Meditation Center during June Pride themed AHA night! Enjoy some Pride cookies, lemonade, festive balloons, and PRIDE inspired coloring pages while they last. Have a look around our beautiful space and join us for a relaxing meditation from 6:00-6:30pm. Everyone welcome!
- [Live Music at Cork 6/11- Jon Haglof (6-9pm)](https://ahanewbedford.org/live-music-at-cork-6-11-jon-haglof-6-9pm/) - 6/11- Jon Haglof (6-9pm) Jon Haglof is a local singer-songwriter and solo-acoustic artist. With a focus on classic rock, country, blues, and much more. Jon performs at a growing list of venues in Southeastern Massachusetts
- [After Party with DJ Big Chan](https://ahanewbedford.org/after-party-with-dj-big-chan/) - The AHA! fun continues during this after party at Bento's, with DJ Big Chan curating the music! DJ BIG CHAN (Chan Grant) is a rising DJ, host, and music curator known for delivering high-energy, crowd-focused experiences throughout the SouthCoast and beyond. With a versatile open-format style, sets seamlessly blend the best of old school favorites
- [2B or not 2B](https://ahanewbedford.org/2b-or-not-2b/)
- [🌈Join Us for AHA! Pride Night — Celebrate, Create & Connect with The Beyond House](https://ahanewbedford.org/🌈join-us-for-aha-pride-night-celebrate-create-connect-with-the-beyond-house/) - 🌈 AHA! Pride Night Block Party with The Beyond House Come celebrate identity, creativity, and community with us at this year’s Pride-themed AHA! Night! The Beyond House, Young Adult Access Center is bringing color, connection, and good vibes to downtown New Bedford — creating a space where joy and self-expression take center stage. ✨ Stop by our
- [The Beyond House, Young Adult Access Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-beyond-house-yaac/) - The Beyond House is a Young Adult Access Center that is a low barrier (free, drop-in, no referral, or diagnosis needed). This is a youth-driven safe space for Young Adults 16-25 years old, providing services up until their 26th birthday. Young Adults receive support surrounding transition to independence planning from 2 Young Adult Peer Mentors, a Senior Peer Coordinator, and a TIP Facilitator, all with lived experience as they support the Young Adult transition to adulthood. The Beyond House, YAAC is a Culturally Responsive setting that is welcoming to racially and ethnically diverse young adults and LGBTQ+ youth. We are inclusive of all races, cultures, gender identities, religion, and sexual orientations.
- [Featured Next AHA](https://ahanewbedford.org/featured-next-aha/)
- [Serlingpa Meditation Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/serlingpa-meditation-center-3/)
- [FHC 10th Anniversary Birthday Bash](https://ahanewbedford.org/fhc-10th-anniversary-birthday-bash/) - Help New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center celebrate its 10th anniversary during the June AHA! Night. Join FHC on Thursday, June 11, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm for a fun night filled with live music from Sharks Come Cruisin, fisherpoetry courtesy of Moe Bowstern, cake, and more!
- [Centre St Jazz: The Dirty Martinis](https://ahanewbedford.org/centre-st-jazz-the-dirty-martinis/) - Sets at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30pm Centre Street Jazz returns to AHA! Night this summer, kicking off with The Dirty Martinis performing under the Jazz Mural. The Dirty Martinis serve up a high-energy blend of jazz, blues, soul, and vintage pop with a sophisticated lounge vibe and a touch of retro swagger. Fronted by powerhouse
- [Contradance with Pride](https://ahanewbedford.org/contradance-with-pride/) - Enjoy free Museum admission and full access from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, plus a family-friendly whale scavenger hunt. Access is limited to the Jacobs Family Gallery after 5:00 PM. From 6:00 – 8:00 PM, join the New Bedford Whaling Museum and EPIC Southcoast for an evening of music, movement, and community during AHA! Pride Night
- [Live Music at Cork 7/9- DAVE ALVES](https://ahanewbedford.org/live-music-at-cork-7-9-dave-alves/) -  Dave Alves is multi-instrumentalist musician who grew up in the New Bedford area and has been performing his own songs and his takes on favorite songs for over two decades. You can find him all over New England playing singer-songwriter styled songs from every genre and decade to show just how much music has
- [Sacred Birthing Village](https://ahanewbedford.org/sacred-birthing-village/) - Sacred Birthing Village is a Black women-led, community-rooted care ecosystem restoring the village through relationship, shared responsibility, and communal care. Rooted in Black maternal liberation, reproductive justice, birth equity, ancestral wisdom, and the midwifery model of care, SBV works to expand access, support, and community participation around birth, family, and wellness while helping steward and preserve culturally rooted birth options and care practices. Through Web of Care circles, community activations, SisterKeeping, birthworker formation, and relational support systems, we are rebuilding the conditions where care is no longer carried alone, but practiced collectively across generations.
- [Paint Your Own Pride Stepping Stone](https://ahanewbedford.org/paint-your-own-pride-stepping-stone/) - Join Pilgrim United Church of Christ and Mercy Meals & More to Paint Your Own Pride Stepping Stone. While you’re here, learn more about Booker T. Washington, who gave a speech in our building in 1895 and visit the mural installed on the side of the building in 2023.
- [Balance & Swing Contradance](https://ahanewbedford.org/balance-swing-contradance/) - Join EPIC Southcoast for our Balance & Swing Contradance at the historic New Bedford Whaling Museum in partnership with AHA celebrating PRIDE ! New to contradance? No problem ! Our experienced caller Paul Wilde will guide you through the moves with ease
- [Better Community Living](https://ahanewbedford.org/better-community-living/) - Better Community Living is a Premier Human Service Provider
- [Seafood at Sunset](https://ahanewbedford.org/seafood-at-sunset/) - Enjoy the local charm that is New Bedford with Artist, Rhonda M. Fazio as she cooks up her signature dish from her Seafood at Sunset series, tapas style, up on the roof deck of PLAY ARCADE. Enjoy the view, the vibe and of course, the food. C'mon up and experience the delight of all that
- [Awaken Your Energy with Kundalini Yoga](https://ahanewbedford.org/awaken-your-energy-with-kundalini-yoga/) - Take a free yoga class on AHA! Night with Sangha Yoga NB! Kundalini Yoga with Lynn Connor offers a welcoming space to explore the foundations of this powerful practice. Yoga Kriyas, specific sequences of posture, pranayama, mudra and mantra, are used to activate life force energy in the nervous system. Rising Kundalini energy expands through
- [Sangha Yoga New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/sangha-yoga-new-bedford/) - SANGHA YOGA NEW BEDFORD is an innovative Community Wellness Center that celebrates freedom, creativity, equity, inclusion, pluralism and accessibility through Healing Arts, Yoga and Meditation practices and services. We believe that nurturing the individual creates a thriving holistic community; and a thriving community empowers its members with interconnection and belonging. Howard and Jeff, Founders of Sangha Yoga NB, have established a friendly, inclusive, accessible, trauma-integrating Yoga Studio, Yoga School and Healing Arts Center where you can be openly yourself and enjoy the life you love.
- [Mirror Days](https://ahanewbedford.org/mirror-days/)
- [WAMPTRONICA: AHHHhhh at the Speakeasy](https://ahanewbedford.org/wamptronica-after-dark/) - Starting at 8pm join The ZYG 808 and DaPhunkee Professor as they sink into the grooves of Deep Afro Jazz House vibes, flowing out of the Jazz Jam.
- [Youth Services: Fairy and Face Painting Fun!](https://ahanewbedford.org/youth-services-free-henna-tattoos-and-friends-book-sale/) - Visit the New Bedford Main Library's Youth Services on AHA night for free face painting, fairies from Ever After Storybook, and activities with 4H. This program is made possible thanks to the Friends of the New Bedford Free Public Library and the New Bedford Day Nursery grant. The Friends of the Library Book Sale will
- [AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration Highlights the Art, History, & Architecture of New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-night-preservation-celebration-highlights-the-art-history-architecture-of-new-bedford-2/) - It’s National Preservation Month, so you’re invited to join AHA! New Bedford for AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration on Thursday, May 14th, across downtown New Bedford. Featured in this month’s AHA! Night will be the unique opportunity to join tours of the Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson House, covering the house history and its inhabitants, courtesy of the New
- [Cork Wine & Tapas](https://ahanewbedford.org/cork-wine-tapas/)
- [Abstrakt Lab](https://ahanewbedford.org/abstrakt-lab/) - The Abstrakt Lab, is a membership based creative facility, in downtown New Bedford,MA, That work’s to create and support artistic entrepreneurs, and home to Abstrakt Music and Abstrakt Karaoke.
- [New Bedford Whaling Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-whaling-museum-4/) - Get ready to explore the rich art, history, science, and culture of the SouthCoast region of Massachusetts and its ties to the rest of the world. Surrounded by cobblestone streets once strolled by Frederick Douglass and Herman Melville, the New Bedford Whaling Museum shares the diverse stories of this vibrant maritime region and its people through dynamic exhibitions, programs, and research. Marvel at five massive whale skeletons, the world’s largest ship model, and much more in this world-class museum that has something for everyone to enjoy!
- [Be Part of the Strategy for a Thriving Downtown New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/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 town hall meeting on Monday, April 27 from 5-7 p.m. to discuss the future of Downtown New Bedford. The gathering is part of an initiative started last fall by AHA!
- [Creative Sustainability Highlights this year’s AHA! Night: Project Planet on April 9th](https://ahanewbedford.org/creative-sustainability-highlights-this-years-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 year’s Planet Protectors The intersection of creativity and sustainability will be on parade during AHA! Night: Project Planet on Thursday, April 9, as artists, residents, businesses, and cultural institutions put
- [Jazz with the Buttonwood Brass Band](https://ahanewbedford.org/jazz-with-the-buttonwood-brass-band/) - Enjoy some speakeasy jazz from the Buttonwood Brass Band, on every AHA! Night at the New Bedford Harbor Hotel.
- [We're Hiring a Program Coordinator!](https://ahanewbedford.org/were-hiring-a-program-coordinator/) - AHA! New Bedford is hiring a part-time Program Coordinator! This contract position is focused on the coordination of programming each month with AHA! partners.
- [AHA! Project Planet Celebration Sign Up](https://ahanewbedford.org/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 Planet. There are several ways to participate. 1) Join the Procession: 5:00 - 6:15 PM Show your love and creativity for mother earth with anything that a person or
- [Anomaly Poetry](https://ahanewbedford.org/anomaly-poetry/) - We are Anomaly Poetry. We are the strange and exceptional. Hosting monthly open mics, getting poems published, and making some noise.
- [New Bedford Art Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-art-museum-artworks/) - New Bedford Art Museum is dedicated to engaging a diverse audience in relevant exhibitions, exemplary education, and creative experiences as a vital innovative center for the arts.
- [PACE YouthBuild New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/pace-youthbuild-new-bedford/) - YouthBuild New Bedford is a transformative program for young adults ages 16–24 who are ready to take control of their future. Participants work toward earning their Hi-SET (GED) while gaining hands-on vocational training in non-traditional career pathways and get paid while learning. Our program combines education, job training, leadership development, and real-world experience to help students build confidence, discipline, and career-ready skills. We are grounded in the values of teamwork, commitment, ambition, responsibility, and self-discipline. At YouthBuild New Bedford, we believe every young person has untapped potential. Here, you’re not just earning a diploma, you’re building a foundation for long-term success.
- [First Unitarian Church in New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/first-unitarian-church-in-new-bedford-2/) - We are a liberal, progressive, religious community. We come together to support one another in building the Beloved Community. We help each other live lives of integrity, service, and love by offering; thoughtful and engaging worship that combines both head and heart, engaging workshops, interesting book groups, leadership roundtables, social opportunities for learning and sharing, and opportunities to give back to the larger community and to be in service with others. Our building, which is Norman Gothic in style, was designed by the distinguished architects Alexander Jackson Davis and Russell Warren. Constructed in 1838 at a cost of about $40,000, it required 7,000 tons of granite, some blocks weighing as much as eight tons. The style of the interior details is Gothic, yet the spaciousness of the well-lighted interior and the simplicity and precision of the decorative elements have much in common with the Greek revival designs of the same period. In 1868 a chapel was added behind the church. In 1896 the Parish House was constructed with a style of architecture matching the original church building which is home to the beloved Tryworks Auditorium which housed one of the longest running Coffee Houses in the country, led by Maggi Peirce. The mosaic behind the pulpit was given in 1911 as a memorial to Judge and Mrs. Oliver Prescott by their three children, Oliver Prescott, Jr., Mrs. Frederick Stetson, and Miss Mary R. Prescott. Frederick Wilson was the artist who made the design for the Tiffany Studios. A Pilgrim ascending a dangerous mountain pass is guided on his way by a Guardian Angel. It is the largest and most intricate work of its kind in America, covering over 300 square feet of wall space and containing many thousands of pieces of Favrile glass set in cement. The office is open Monday-Friday, 10 am - 1 pm, September-June. Visit us during AHA! nights, during Sunday service at 11 AM, or fellowship in the Parish Hall after service. All are welcome to join us. We have rental space available for small parties, rehearsals, meetings, and gathering. Contact the office for details or visit our website: www.uunewbedford.org ​
- [DJ Anj Kep at The National Club](https://ahanewbedford.org/dj-anj-kep-at-the-national-club/) - DJ Anj Kep sets the tone at the National Club for late night bites, craft cocktails, and cool vibes.
- [Live Music: Neal McCarthy Trio](https://ahanewbedford.org/neal-mccarthy/) - Grab a bite or a pint and listen to Electric Blues & Rock with the Neal McCarthy Trio as they play from 8-11:30pm.
- [I AM NB Storytelling Series Kicks off 2026 AHA! Night Schedule](https://ahanewbedford.org/i-am-nb-storytelling-series-kicks-off-2026-aha-night-schedule/) - AHA! Night returns on Thursday, February 12th, for AHA! Night: I AM NB, which celebrates the personal and undertold stories of New Bedford as expressed through art, music, spoken word, dance, and more. This is part one of a two-part storytelling series that continues in March. As part of February’s free arts and cultural evening, the
- [Karaoke at PLAY](https://ahanewbedford.org/karaoke-at-play/) - Belt out some tunes at PLAY Arcade! There's karaoke, food, fun, and games!
- [Every Place is a Concept Southcoast](https://ahanewbedford.org/every-place-is-a-concept-southcoast/) - Every Place Is a Concept Southcoast (EPIC for short) is a dedicated non-profit in the Southcoast of Massachusetts . We work with a diverse and inclusive body through communally made music, visual arts, poetry, dance and storytelling to imagine and bring to life a concept of place.
- [Open House @ 230U](https://ahanewbedford.org/open-house-230u/) - Stop by 3rd EyE Youth Empowerment’s radically inclusive community incubator for their monthly Open House. Explore the space and enjoy a mix of activities that change monthly including free wall activation, open mics & spontaneous dance parties, Silent DJ sets, and other hands-on activities.
- [The Zeiterion](https://ahanewbedford.org/zeiterion/) - The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center’s mission is to steward our historic theater as a gathering place for performing arts experiences where learning, connection, and creative expression thrive.
- [AHA! New Bedford Announces 2026 AHA! Night Themes](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-new-bedford-announces-2026-aha-night-themes/) - I AM NB Story-telling Series kicks off the AHA! Night Calendar in February and March AHA! Nights return to downtown New Bedford on the second Thursday of each month, February through December, in 2026. This year’s AHA! Night themes include familiar favorites such as Pride (June 11th), Kids Rule (July 9th), and Made in NB (November 12th). It also marks the
- [Kids Karaoke](https://ahanewbedford.org/kids-karaoke/) - Belt out some tunes and have fun with the whole family! Play Arcade is hosting karaoke for kids under 21 from 6:00 - 8:00pm (please note karaoke for adults start after 8:00pm). Look forward to seeing you there!
- [Buttonwood Brass](https://ahanewbedford.org/buttonwood-brass/) - Stop by the Harbor Hotel on your stroll and enjoy some speakeasy jazz from the Buttonwood Brass Band, now on every AHA! Night from 6:00 - 8:00pm! While you are there be sure to grab 1/2 price apps (all night) and other AHA! Night specials from the kitchen. Vibey!
- [Neal McCarthy Trio](https://ahanewbedford.org/neal-mccarthy-trio/) - Enjoy electric blues and rock from the Neal McCarthy Trio from 8:00 - 11:30pm at the Pour Farm. Be sure to grab a pint and a bite while you are there!
- [December’s AHA! Night: NB Festive celebrates the warmth and magic of the season](https://ahanewbedford.org/decembers-aha-night-nb-festive-celebrates-the-warmth-and-magic-of-the-season/) - On Thursday, December 11th, feel the warmth of the holiday season with AHA! Night: NB Festive! December's AHA! Night is sponsored by Bristol County Savings Bank with additional support from SouthCoast Community Foundation and Servedwell Hospitality. It may be chilly outside, but on this AHA! Night, experience a Nordic Wonderland. In this month’s AHA! Moment,
- [Buzzards Bay Coalition](https://ahanewbedford.org/buzzards-bay-coalition-3/) - The Buzzards Bay Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of the Buzzards Bay ecosystem for all through outdoor exploration, conservation, research and advocacy.
- [November’s AHA! Night: Made in NB celebrates the art and music of local creators](https://ahanewbedford.org/novembers-aha-night-made-in-nb-celebrates-the-art-and-music-of-local-creators/) - On Thursday, November 13th, celebrate the art, artistry, and artists of New Bedford and beyond during AHA! Night: Made in NB! Organizations and businesses across downtown New Bedford will host pop-up markets, musical performances, conversations, demonstrations, and more as part of this free, monthly arts and cultural event. November’s AHA! Night is sponsored by Point32
- [AHA! New Bedford Wants to Hear from You: take part in the upcoming Community Meeting and Survey](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-new-bedford-wants-to-hear-from-you-take-part-in-the-upcoming-community-meeting-and-survey/) - AHA! New Bedford is inviting New Bedford residents, workers, and supporters to participate in a meeting to discuss the future of downtown New Bedford. On September 30th, hear about the current trends in downtown, share your vision, and discuss the strategies to get there. This community meeting will be held from 5-7:00 pm at the
- [September’s AHA! Night celebrates the diverse cultures of New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/septembers-aha-night-celebrates-the-diverse-cultures-of-new-bedford/) - On Thursday, September 11th, celebrate the history, creativity, and diversity of New Bedford with AHA! Night: NB Cultures. Organizations and businesses across downtown New Bedford will host musical performances, conversations, demonstrations, and more as part of this free, monthly arts and cultural event. September’s AHA! Night is sponsored by Hawthorn Medical. At 5:00 PM, hear from Hartman
- [New Bedford Community Health](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-community-health/) - New Bedford Community Health is a nonprofit, multicultural hub in downtown New Bedford, delivering medical, dental, and mental health care for over 40 years. Everyone’s welcome—insured or not, new to the area or lifelong resident—because quality, compassionate care is for all!
- [August’s AHA! Night celebrates Summer in the Seaport, while also honoring the late Everett Hoagland](https://ahanewbedford.org/augusts-aha-night-celebrates-summer-in-the-seaport-while-also-honoring-the-late-everett-hoagland/) - Come join the fun as AHA! New Bedford celebrates the magic of summer during AHA! Night: Summer in the Seaport on Thursday, August 14th, across downtown New Bedford. It will also be a night for the community to honor and celebrate the late Everett Hoagland, professor, activist, and New Bedford’s first Poet Laureate, in a
- [Featured Sonata Saturdays](https://ahanewbedford.org/featured-sonata-saturdays/)
- [New Bedford Symphony Orchestra](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-symphony-orchestra/) - The mission of the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra is to place the world’s finest music at the center of the cultural life of the South Coast community. The NBSO enriches the lives of adults and children through the transforming power of great music, performing concerts at the highest level of professional standards and providing educational programs for children and listeners of all ages that deepen their enjoyment and understanding of music and make it a part of their daily lives.
- [Kids Rule during July’s AHA! Night, with special events for adults too!](https://ahanewbedford.org/kids-rule-during-julys-aha-night-with-special-events-for-adults-too/) - Kids and kids-at-heart take center stage this July for AHA! Night: Kids Rule! (adults too!) taking place across downtown New Bedford on Thursday, July 10th. This AHA! Night is possible thanks in part to the support from United Way of Greater New Bedford. During July’s AHA! Night, join the beloved Toe Jam Puppet Band to
- [New Beige](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-beige/) - "Experience Mediterranean- inspired American classics with a Portuguese flair, paired with crafted cocktails and a curated grab-and-go market - where bold flavors, casual elegance, and convenience come together seamlessly'' Open 7 days a week, serving- breakfast, lunch and dinner
- [AHA! PRIDE Celebrates Creativity and Community in Downtown New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-pride-celebrates-creativity-and-community-in-downtown-new-bedford/) - June 12th: Annual block party with the Queer Arts Council of New Bedford now in its 7th year of celebrating LGBTQIA+ culture, history, and pride.
- [Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar](https://ahanewbedford.org/coastal-bubbles-wine-bar/) - Champagne + Wine Bar Nestled in the heart of historic New Bedford, Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar offers a welcoming space for wine lovers and newcomers alike. With a curated selection of wines, sparkling beverages, and beer, we invite our guests to explore exceptional flavors while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of our historic community. In addition to offering a casual setting for a glass of wine, we also provide educational wine classes and private event space rentals for those looking to elevate their experience. Whether you’re seeking an intimate wine tasting, a corporate gathering, or a fun night out with friends, Coastal Bubbles provides the perfect setting to connect, learn, and celebrate.
- [Get Ready for New Bedford’s 2025 Summer Sound Series](https://ahanewbedford.org/get-ready-for-new-bedfords-2025-summer-sound-series/) - You're invited to New Bedford’s annual Summer Sound Series - a free, outdoor concert series that will have you dancing in the streets!
- [New Bedford Research & Robotics](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-research-and-robotics/) - NBRR provides access for entrepreneurial and social impact, through education and skill creation, economic empowerment, and corporate engagement.
- [Jazz Jam!](https://ahanewbedford.org/jazz-jam/) - The Zeiterion Theatre invites musicians and music lovers to grab your instruments for a jam session led by sax player and music educator Emmanuel “Manny” Escobar! Shed all your cares, enjoy live music, improv and jam out. Musicians, vocalists, visual artists, and audience welcome. No prior jam experience or tickets necessary.
- [AHA! I AM NB Storytelling Series Continues](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-i-am-nb-storytelling-series-continues/) - Free arts and cultural event to highlight the power of local stories through words, art, music, and more. Hear the lesser-known stories of New Bedford during AHA! Night, I AM NB on March 13, 2025. This is the second of a two-part storytelling series highlighting the important, unknown, or under-told stories of the city’s past and present
- [Archive Demo Post](https://ahanewbedford.org/archive-demo-post/) - Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive Demo Post Archive
- [AHA! Expanding Beyond Monthly Celebrations, Awarded Grant Funding for Downtown Enhancement](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-expanding-beyond-monthly-celebrations-awarded-grant-funding-for-downtown-enhancement/) - AHA! New Bedford’s monthly celebrations have brought crowds Downtown for more than 25 years. Now, thanks to ARPA funding from the City through the New Bedford Economic Development Council, the organization is expanding its downtown services beyond the popular events on the second Thursdays of every month. AHA! New Bedford recently received $180,000 in funding
- [AHA! I AM NB Storytelling Series Kicks off Thursday, February 13](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-i-am-nb-storytelling-series-kicks-off-thursday-february-13/) - Free arts and cultural event to highlight the power of local stories through words, art, music, and more. Hear the lesser-known stories of New Bedford during AHA! Night, I AM NB on February 13, 2025. This is the first of two AHA! Nights highlighting the important, unknown, or under-told stories of the city’s past and present
- [AHA! Project Receives NEA Grant to Increase Community Outreach to Groups in New Bedford and Surrounding Towns](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-project-receives-nea-grant/) - New Bedford’s AHA! (Art, History, Architecture) Project is one of two Massachusetts groups to be awarded a 2004 National Endowment for the Arts “Challenge America: Access to the Arts Fast Track Grant.” With the $10,000 NEA grant award AHA! staff and partners will have the time and resources to reach out to many community groups
- [5th Annual Bowl-for-Art Brings Together the Community and Funds for AHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/5th-annual-bowl-for-art/) - Bowling alleys and arts organizations are not usual partners, but AHA!, New Bedford’s monthly 2nd Thursday arts & culture night, tends to do things with a fresh, creative approach. Starting five years ago AHA! began its Bowl-for-Art event where teams representing galleries, museums, businesses and community members bring together pledges for AHA! and hold a
- [AHA! Night: Project Planet Highlights the Intersection of Creativity and Sustainability on April 10th](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-night-project-planet-highlights-the-intersection-of-creativity-and-sustainability-on-april-10th/) - The free arts and cultural event kicks off with annual downtown procession and the crowning of Mother Earth and Father Ocean. The intersection of creativity and sustainability will be on parade during AHA! Night: Project Planet as artists, residents, businesses, and cultural institutions shine a light on what we can do to protect the Earth.
- [AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration Highlights the Art, History, & Architecture of New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-night-preservation-celebration-highlights-the-art-history-architecture-of-new-bedford/) - Enjoy WHALE’s new self-guided walking tour and explore the tall ship Ernestina-Morrissey as part of the free arts and cultural event. National Preservation Month and the kick-off to ArtWeek SouthCoast combine for the perfect night in AHA! Night: Preservation. Celebration. on Thursday, May 8th, in downtown New Bedford. First Citizens' Federal Credit Union sponsors this month’s celebration
- [The New Bedford Whaling National Park Visitor Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-new-bedford-whaling-national-park-visitor-center/) - The New Bedford Whaling National Park Visitor Center 33 William Street (508) 996-4095 Hours 9am-5pm daily Commemorates a living history and heritage reaching back to New Bedford's dynamic era as the world's foremost whaling port during the 19th century. This one of a kind National Park incorporates businesses and homes within the bounds of its
- [3rd EyE Unlimited](https://ahanewbedford.org/3rd-eye-unlimited/) - 3rd EyE Unlimited 38 Bethel Street, 2nd Floor, Downtown New Bedford Unlimited Studio, 96 William Street, Downtown New Bedford The mission of 3rd EyE is to: Engage and empower youth to become leaders to positively transform their community; Build a movement to improve the community, centered around the principles of economic and social equality, with
- [Buzzards Bay Coalition](https://ahanewbedford.org/buzzards-bay-coalition-2/) - 114 Front Street (508) 999-6363 Open weekdays 9am-5pm and until 9pm on AHA! Nights. Buzzards Bay Coaltion is a member supported organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of Buzzards Bay and its watershed. In 2010 The Coalition opened the Buzzards Bay Center, a landmark project combining historic preservation and green design. A cornerstone of
- [Mass Escape](https://ahanewbedford.org/mass-escape/) - 13 North 6th Street (774) 425-3295 A hands-on mental adventure game. Players are put in a "locked" room and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles to escape within a set time limit, or having completed a mission. It's a great activity for family, friends and corporate team building as
- [New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-fishing-heritage-center-2/) - 38 Bethel Street (508) 993-8894 The Fishing Heritage Center tells the story of the nation’s #1 fishing port past, present and future through exhibits, programs, and archives. Offerings include films, talks, demonstrations, performances, group tours, resource center, gift shop, and more. Open Thursday-Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission $5. Free for members and children 12 and under. Open
- [New Bedford Whaling Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-whaling-museum-2/) - 18 Johnny Cake Hill (508) 997-0046 The Museum is the largest museum in America devoted to the history of the American whaling industry and its greatest port. Through exhibits, publications, and programs, the Museum brings to life the whaling era and the history of the local area. It houses the most extensive collection of art,
- [New Bedford Art Museum/Artworks!](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-art-museumartworks-2/) - 608 Pleasant Street New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Visitor Service: 508-961-3099 Memorial Day through Labor Day: Daily 10am - 5pm. Thursday 10am - 7pm. Labor Day through Memorial Day: Wednesday - Sunday, 12pm - 5pm. Thursday, 12pm - 7pm. Year-round: AHA! Night, 5pm - 9pm. The New Bedford Art Museum engages the public in experiencing, understanding
- [The New Bedford Whaling National Park Visitor Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-new-bedford-whaling-national-park-visitor-center-2/) - 33 William Street (508) 996-4095 Hours 9am-5pm daily Commemorates a living history and heritage reaching back to New Bedford's dynamic era as the world's foremost whaling port during the 19th century. This one of a kind National Park incorporates businesses and homes within the bounds of its historic footprint creating a dynamic experience that blends
- [Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/rotch-jones-duff-house-garden-museum-3/) - 396 County Street (508) 997-1401 Built in 1834 and attributed to architect Richard Upjohn, this Greek revival residence was designed for Mr. Rotch, a prominent whaling merchant. This house and formal gardens are the best examples of the "brave houses and flowery gardens" described by Herman Melville in Moby-Dick. Open year round. Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun.
- [Zeiterion Performing Arts Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/zeiterion-performing-arts-center-2/) - 684 Purchase Street (508) 997-5664 or box-office (508) 994-2900 Historic performing arts center open year-round. Hosts a variety of performances including the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra and children's educational programs. Zeiterion is a friend of AHA! and on occasion hosts AHA! Night groups.
- [Women's Fund SouthCoast](https://ahanewbedford.org/womens-fund-southcoast/) - The Women’s Fund SouthCoast supports and sponsors social change that advances economic security and financial independence for women and girls in our region.
- [Celia's Boutique](https://ahanewbedford.org/celias-boutique-2/) - Elevate your style at Celia’s Boutique, your exclusive destination for refined and upscale women’s fashion. Discover their meticulously curated collection, ranging from relaxed casual wear to chic contemporary pieces and glamorous evening ensembles. Celia's believes that fashion is an art form and their team of experts is there to assist you to find the pieces
- [Global Learning Charter Public School](https://ahanewbedford.org/global-learning-charter-public-school/) - We are a public charter school that serves 500 New Bedford students in grades 5-12. We challenge and support all students in an inclusive and diverse environment, to achieve academic excellence and prepare for the rigors of post-secondary success in a global community.
- [Aviary Books](https://ahanewbedford.org/aviary-books/) - Quality used books in most genres. Plus a special selection of used and new Photobooks, Architecture, and Fine Art.
- [Nativity Preparatory School](https://ahanewbedford.org/nativity-preparatory-school/) - Nativity Preparatory School is an independent, tuition-free middle school that provides a comprehensive education tailored to serve boys of all faiths in grades 5 – 8 from economically-disadvantaged families in the Greater New Bedford area. Our program graduates young men who are confident, self-disciplined, intellectually ambitious, and socially and academically prepared for high school; young men who are ready to serve others and be positive citizens in life.
- [Our Sisters’ School](https://ahanewbedford.org/our-sisters-school/) - Our dedicated teachers engage students in meaningful classes that build fundamental skills, confidence, and a love of learning. Vigorous academics are coupled with positive character development as students explore our Core Values of Excellence, Community, Civic Engagement and Leadership.
- [Trustees Mobile Adventures](https://ahanewbedford.org/trustees-mobile-adventures/) - Mobile Adventures brings free nature play & exploration experiences to youth in the city! We travel to communities in New Bedford, Fall River and Boston, providing fun, hands-on, and educational nature programs for children and families. A program of The Trustees of Reservations, a nonprofit dedicated to environmental conservation, Mobile Adventures aims to expand access to nature and highlight the special places being preserved across Massachusetts.
- [The Artists Index](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-artists-index/) - The Artists Index offers an excellent opportunity for family members, friends, or acquaintances of South Coast artists, whether contemporary or historical, to bookmark their place in history by contributing the story background, passions, dreams, and accomplishments. The Index is committed to the present and passionate about the past and to continually feature local contemporary and historical Visual, Performing, Literary, and Culinary Artists, Community Art Leaders, Art Organizations, and Art Industry Professionals.
- [Little People's College](https://ahanewbedford.org/little-peoples-college-2/) - LPC...Where children are special and learning is fun! At Little People's College we are much more than traditional child care. We strive to create a relaxed, trusting and caring learning environment. Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children are encouraged to pursue their own interests, develop friendships and grow in confidence, independence and respect for themselves and others. Our dedicated and well trained educators support and challenge your child as they develop a love for creative learning.
- [Artemis Cyclery](https://ahanewbedford.org/artemis-cyclery/) - Mobile bicycle repair service and pop-up shop.
- [WHALE (Waterfront Area Historic LeaguE, Inc.)](https://ahanewbedford.org/whale-waterfront-area-historic-league-inc/) - The mission of WHALE is to foster historic preservation and continued use of the city’s architectural heritage to enhance community and economic vitality in New Bedford. WHALE accomplishes this through the restoration and reuse of historic structures for the economic and community development of New Bedford,
- [Your Theatre, Inc.](https://ahanewbedford.org/your-theatre-inc/) - Your Theatre, Inc. is moving to the Steeple Playhouse at 149 William st in Downtown New Bedford!
- [Groundwork](https://ahanewbedford.org/groundwork/) - Groundwork is a coworking space located just north of downtown New Bedford. In addition to providing shared workspace, we operate a free public gallery where local artists can showcase and sell work without paying commission.
- [South Coast Almanac](https://ahanewbedford.org/south-coast-almanac/) - Through our print publications and online presence, we encourage people to celebrate and explore all that makes the South Coast special, with a focus on arts, culture and history.
- [New Bedford Presevation Society](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-presevation-society/) - The Preservation Society is a private, 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization run by private citizens who volunteer their time and effort to an annual Historic Holiday Tour, House and Garden Tours, a Historic Marker Program, the development of self-guided mobile architectural walking tours, an urban landscaping program (New Bedford Re-Leaf), summer walking tours, lectures on local history and historic preservation.
- [Pilgrim United Church of Christ/Mercy Meals & More](https://ahanewbedford.org/pilgrim-united-church-of-christ-mercy-meals-more/) - Pilgrim United Church of Christ is an historic church that welcomes and affirms all people regardless of their age, race, class, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation. Our church service is at 10am every Sunday. Mercy Meals & More is a non-profit human service organization that operates out of the historic Church Home across the street and offers a free breakfast and other services Monday through Saturday each week to those in need from 6:30-7:30am. Both the Church and Church Home buildings were constructed in the late 1800s on the corner of Purchase and School St. as the Trinitarian Church and Booker T. Washington gave a speech at the Church Home in 1895.
- [Play Arcade](https://ahanewbedford.org/play-arcade/) - Locally-owned and operated. Over 50 vintage arcade games, delicious food and tasty nostalgic drinks. Vegan and gluten-free options available. Featuring a relaxing roof deck with views of the harbor (weather permitting). Bring your kids or bring out your inner kid at Play! No reservations. All ages welcome until 8PM.
- [The Drawing Room](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-drawing-room/) - The Drawing Room is a curated art & design shop featuring original work by dozens of New England artisans. Stop in and discover something beautiful.
- [We HeART NB](https://ahanewbedford.org/we-heart-nb/) - February 9th
- [Scapeghost](https://ahanewbedford.org/scapeghost/) - Scott Bishop is a New Bedford-based singer, songwriter, and sound sculptor who uses his most recent project, Scapeghost, to dip pops songs in a variety of interesting sounds, from crunchy to dreamy and everything in between. His most recent project is NBWaves, a National Park project using samples created from sounds recorded around New Bedford to create new music. In addition to making records and performing, Scott books the monthly AHA! Mini-Concert and the ongoing series Unexpected Music, setting performers in non-traditional music spaces, including Interwoven in downtown New Bedford.
- [Starry Night](https://ahanewbedford.org/starry-night/) - December 8th
- [The First Unitarian Church in New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-first-unitarian-church-in-new-bedford/) - The First Unitarian Church in New Bedford is inspired by a long history of tolerance, social responsibility, and spiritual exploration. We envision a congregation in which we practice the principles of our faith. We seek to enjoy peaceful reflection and inspiration in intellectually and spiritually satisfying church services. We aim to embrace the people and efforts of our church community by supporting our children and their programs, our committees and their goals, our staff and their efforts on our behalf, and each other. We aim to help address the larger community’s challenges in such areas as racial, social, and economic justice; ecological sustainability; education; and support of the arts. We endeavor to reflect in our own growing numbers, the cultural and ethnic diversity of our area. We commit to enhancing our understanding and acceptance of the diverse religious expression present in our greater community, including reaching out to other faiths in mutual respect and with shared goals.
- [New Bedford Creative at the NBEDC](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-creative-at-the-nbedc/) - New Bedford Creative is housed at the New Bedford Economic Development Council, and tasked with implementing the city’s first-ever strategic arts and culture plan, published in December 2018. The vision of the plan is that “In New Bedford, the creative community is an engaged and powerful partner, inspiring social, economic, and cultural growth. In this authentic seaport city, each and every person enjoys an opportunity to experience a diversity of cultures. Art is everywhere, encouraging fun, provoking thought, and nurturing the soul.”
- [Made in NB](https://ahanewbedford.org/made-in-nb/) - November 10th
- [TL6 The Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/tl6-the-gallery-3/) - Owned and operated by artists Arianna Swink and Jenny A Liscombe-Newman, TL6 The Gallery features over twenty different New Bedford-based and local artists. We specialize in custom, handmade art and unique gifts. TL6 has a wide selection of affordable art including pottery, sculptures, clothing, prints, paintings, cards, soap, candles, and jewelry featuring micro-macrame and custom jewelry by Tenacious Lilly. We also carry fine retail lines such as Maruca Handbags, Enchanted Boxes, Jenness Farms soap, as well as hand-blown glass by Elias Studio Glass. Free gift-wrapping and a convenient 90-day layaway plan is available. Most of all, TL6 offers friendly service and affordable art and gifts for every budget! 100 William St. New Bedford, MA 02745 508-992-8100 Hours: Mon, Tues-Sat 12 noon-5pm, and open until 9pm on the second Thursday of every month for AHA!
- [Partner Spotlight: Gallery X](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-spotlight-gallery-x/) - Gallery X is a community art gallery and performance venue that welcomes work from artists of every age, any style, and all levels of education and experience.
- [Artist Spotlight: Viera Levitt](https://ahanewbedford.org/artist-spotlight-viera-levitt/) - The sensibility that Viera Levitt brings to her work as the Gallery Director at UMass Dartmouth is honed from wide-ranging experience around the world, and the exhibitions she curates here on the Southcoast are world-class: provocative, inspirational, and sophisticated.
- [Partner Spotlight: Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-spotlight-rotch-jones-duff-house-garden-museum/) - Most museums are filled with objects. Here, the building and the garden are the objects, and they tell us personal stories about these New Bedford residents that add another dimension to the local picture.
- [Tracy Silva Barbosa Of Duende Glass](https://ahanewbedford.org/tracy-silva-barbosa-of-duende-glass/) - Each month, AHA! showcases the incredible talent of local artists on the SouthCoast.
- [3rd EyE Youth Empowerment](https://ahanewbedford.org/3rd-eye-youth-empowerment/) - 3rd EyE draws inspiration from the 5 Pillars of Hip Hop (Knowledge, MCing, DJing, Graffiti, Bgirl/Bboy) and utilizes these Pillars to create programs that are authentic, engaging and unique.
- [New Bedford Free Public Library](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-free-public-library-2/) - The New Bedford Free Public Library, through free and equal access to materials, information, knowledge and technology, enriches the lives of the community by cultivating lifelong learners and readers.
- [Co-Creative Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/co-creative-center/) - The mission of the Co-Creative Center (CO+) is to establish a footprint for creative enterprise in the historic downtown of New Bedford, which connects, supports and celebrates artists and cultural entrepreneurship. The Co-Creative Center is a platform for the creative community that provides access to a flexible a workspace, studio, classroom, exhibition space and event space as needed. In fact, the Co-Creative Center is designed to provide all of the needs for creatives to thrive and build capacity in the city and region. Beyond its physical attributes, CO+ serves as an active creative community hub. That provides the opportunity to build relationships among peers, partners and organizations by working together, sharing resources and benefiting from the art of community.
- [Art In Tune](https://ahanewbedford.org/art-in-tune/) - October 13th
- [Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/rotch-jones-duff-house-garden-museum-2/) - As an authentic whaling mansion dating to 1834 and the only estate of this type on its original grounds, the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (RJD) shares stories about New Bedford's history, the families and workers that lived on site, life in the 19th and 20th centuries, and whaling’s impact on the world. The one-acre property includes a formal boxwood rose parterre garden, a boxwood specimen garden, and woodland area, and a 19th century wooden lattice pergola. A Greek Revival mansion sits at the north west corner of the estate, and features period rooms and changing exhibitions. The property is a National Historic Landmark (one of only 2,500 in the entire country). The Museum is open for general visitation, group tours, events, education programs and private rental year-round. The RJD also serves the local schools with curriculum-related field trips. The historic gardens are free to visit seven days a week and the Museum has a modest entrance fee.
- [Massachusetts Design Art & Technology Institute (DATMA)](https://ahanewbedford.org/massachusetts-design-art-technology-institute-datma/) - Massachusetts Design, Art, and Technology Institute (DATMA) presents impactful contemporary art at the intersection of design, art, and technology, combined with related community learning experiences, to spark creativity, collaboration, and economic innovation in the SouthCoast region and beyond.
- [Workers Art Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/workers-art-center/) - The Worker's Art Center (WAC) supports the artistic endeavors of working people focusing on social justice, labor and racial justice, and civil rights. WAC presents inspiring and insightful programming which promotes visual art, live music, poetry, movies, creative educational presentations, oral history and storytelling. All are invited to participate!
- [NB Cultures](https://ahanewbedford.org/nb-cultures/) - September 8th
- [New Bedford Historical Society](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-historical-society-2/) - The New Bedford Historical Society preserves and celebrates the heritage of African Americans, Cape Verdeans, American Indians, West Indians and other people of color in New Bedford, MA.
- [New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-fishing-heritage-center-3/) - 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.
- [Stage Artistry Studios](https://ahanewbedford.org/stage-artistry-studios/) - Stage Artistry Studios’ mission is to provide the highest caliber of performing arts education to students of all ages and abilities, and to foster individual growth in a caring, supportive artistic community.
- [UMass Dartmouth University Art Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/umass-dartmouth-university-art-gallery/) - UMass Dartmouth University Art Gallery, Star Store Campus in Downtown New Bedford
- [Gallery X](https://ahanewbedford.org/gallery-x-2/) - New Bedford’s most accessible and longest running community art gallery and performance venue. Features a rotating schedule of exhibitions, live music, and more!
- [New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-whaling-national-historical-park/) - 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.
- [Summer in the Seaport](https://ahanewbedford.org/summer-in-the-seaport/) - August 11th
- [Queer Arts Council of New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/queer-arts-council-of-new-bedford/) - The Queer Arts Council of New Bedford (QACNB) provides opportunities, networking, and creative avenues for the LGBTQIA+ (queer) communities in South Coast Mass/RI. We work with integrity, persistence, and conversation to create more spaces and visibility for our community. By engaging the legacy of queer-organizing and local partnerships, we help compensate queer creatives and performers for work they can share in their own community.
- [Kids Rule](https://ahanewbedford.org/kids-rule/) - July 14th
- [Partner Spotlight: Buzzards Bay Coalition](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-spotlight-buzzards-bay-coalition/) - The member-supported Buzzards Bay Coalition advocates for clean water and coastal preservation, and never has advocacy been so much fun!
- [Artist Spotlight: Alex Buchanan](https://ahanewbedford.org/artist-spotlight-alex-buchanan/) - After twenty years of working on the water both in the Coast Guard and as a licenced Merchant Marine Captain, Alex Buchanan has a lot of experience with rope. From massive deck lines to small lanyards, ropes of all types and sizes that are used to secure ships and everything on them, including the people who sail them.
- [Seaglass Theater Company](https://ahanewbedford.org/seaglass-theater-company/) - Creatively staged productions from opera, musical theater and beyond.
- [Your Theatre](https://ahanewbedford.org/your-theatre/) - Non profit community theatre who, in partnership with WHALE, is opening Steeple Playhouse as its permanent home and as a rentable Performing Arts Center for small to medium sized events. Located at the Historic First Baptist building on William St in Downtown NB, attendees will have access to the rich cultural and commercial assets of the historic streets of New Bedford. Due to open early 2023!!! Contact us if you are looking for reasonable space to host your non profit or private event!
- [Artist Spotlight: Alison Wells Fine Art Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/artist-spotlight-alison-wells-fine-art-gallery/) - To experience the intensity, vibrancy and impact of Alison Well’s paintings, her New Bedford William’s Street gallery is the ideal place.
- [Partner Spotlight: The New Bedford Historical Society](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-spotlight-the-new-bedford-historical-society/) - “We have a shared history as Americans in a democratic society,” says Lee Blake. “Our focus is on the history of New Bedford’s people of color: African American, West Indian, Cape Verdean, Native American. Their stories need to be told; their stories are important.”
- [Artist Spotlight: Iva Brito](https://ahanewbedford.org/artist-spotlight-iva-brito/) - Iva Brito is a licensed social worker, holds a Master’s of Science degree in Education and finished her advanced graduate studies in Expressive Arts at Salve Regina University.
- [Partner Spotlight: Fishing Heritage Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-spotlight-fishing-heritage-center/) - Small but mighty, young but wise. New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center opened in 2016 in a 3,000 sq. foot space and quickly became a place of pride and “must-see” attraction in New Bedford’s historic district. This is a museum done right, with only 2 ½ paid staff and dedicated volunteers.
- [AHA! Featured in Cape Cod Life](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-featured-in-cape-cod-life/) - A Short Trip To The Old World New Bedford is home to a remarkably successful and enduring event entitled AHA! Representing the city’s Art, History and Architecture, the monthly celebration that occurs the 2nd Thursday of each month has been attracting visitors and participants for over 20 years. Click To Read Full Story Philanthropy
- [AHA! RECEIVES $75,000 FROM MASS OFFICE OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-receives-75000-from-mass-office-of-travel-and-tourism/) - AHA! RECEIVES $75,000 FROM MASS OFFICE OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM Program Credits Advocacy of Rep. Antonio F.D. Cabral NEW BEDFORD, MA – The AHA! Partnership has received $75,000 from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism to continue presenting its monthly arts and culture nights both virtually and with live events in the city’s downtown,
- [AHA! RECEIVES $35,000 FROM MASS OFFICE OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-receives-35000-from-mass-office-of-travel-and-tourism/) - AHA! RECEIVES $35,000 FROM MASS OFFICE OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM Program Credits Advocacy of Rep. Antonio F.D. Cabral NEW BEDFORD, MA – The AHA! Partnership has received $35,000 from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism to continue presenting its monthly arts and culture nights both virtually and with live events in the city’s downtown,
- [AHA! 20th](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-20th/) - AHA! at 20: Still Redefining New Bedford “All of it is a showcase of the city today with a glimpse into tomorrow. A space in the center where the very definition of New Bedford can express and manifest itself in its own manner, powered by its people on the second Thursday of every month.” Click
- [Carabiner's Indoor Climbing](https://ahanewbedford.org/carabiners-indoor-climbing/) - Carabiner's Indoor Climbing 328 Parker Street, New Bedford (508) 984-0808 The company was founded in 2004 by Steve Caton. At that time the initial rock gym (located in New Bedford, Massachusetts), was the largest indoor climbing facility in the country! Our goal has always been to provide the community with a fun climbing and fitness opportunity
- [Venilia Gardens, Inc.](https://ahanewbedford.org/venilia-gardens-inc/) - Venilia Gardens, Inc. 172 Williams Street (508) 996-8800 Established in 1992 to provide children and their families with a therapeutic milieu that would meet their clinical, cultural, and growth needs. VGI programs provide a supportive environment with trained and licensed bilingual/bicultural professionals utilizing a team approach. VGI has programs serving Southeastern Massachusetts including the Cape and the Islands. These
- [New Bedford YMCA](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-ymca/) - New Bedford YMCA 25 South Water Street (508) 997-0734 Conveniently located in the heart of historic downtown New Bedford, the New Bedford YMCA offers a wide variety of activities for all ages. This 60,000 square feet facility includes an indoor swimming pool, racquetball courts, indoor running track, stadium stairs, rock climbing wall, two gymnasiums, youth and adult wellness centers, swimming lessons, land and
- [Little People's College](https://ahanewbedford.org/little-peoples-college/) - Little People's College 508-996-3298 (West) 508-999-5625 (East) At Little People's College we are much more than a traditional childcare. We strive to create a relaxed, trusting, and caring atmosphere, allowing us to begin with children where they are and guide them into the best they can be. Providing full year quality education and care to the
- [Boutique Fitness](https://ahanewbedford.org/boutique-fitness/) - Boutique Fitness 516 Pleasant St. #104 (774) 202-4688 Boutique Fitness offers private and small group fitness training focusing on strength & conditioning, and nutritional guidance. From goal setting to results, Boutique Fitness will inspire you to live optimally.
- [Howe Allen Realty](https://ahanewbedford.org/howe-allen-realty/) - Howe Allen Realty 185 Union Street (888) 491-9993 Howe Allen Realty is a boutique real estate firm specializing in Historic, Coastal and Distinctive residential properties along the SouthCoast. Originally launched in Boston, Howe Allen Realty opened its first SouthCoast office in 2013 in Fairhaven Center and has recently opened its second SouthCoast office in New
- [Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/fairfield-inn-suites-by-marriott-new-bedford/) - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford 185 MacArthur Blvd. (774) 634-2000 Located on the beautiful Historic New Bedford Harbor, the newly built Fairfield Inn & Suites is the perfect location while visiting New Bedford! Our 106-room hotel is located within walking distance of all Downtown New Bedford attractions and the Seastreak Fast Ferry
- [Waterfront Historic Area LeaguE](https://ahanewbedford.org/waterfront-historic-area-league/) - Waterfront Historic Area LeaguE 128 Union St. (508) 997-1776 WHALE is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to promoting the value and reuse of greater New Bedford's historic structures through preservation, education and advocacy. WHALE is supported, in part, by its members and grants from the Island Foundation, Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Grimshaw-Gudewicz Foundation.
- [Pilgrim United Church of Christ, UCC](https://ahanewbedford.org/pilgrim-united-church-of-christ-ucc/) - Pilgrim United Church of Christ, UCC 634 Purchase Street, at the corner of School St. (508) 997-9086 This church has joined AHA! as a programming partner in order to provide a performance space for community groups and also to host their own cultural events. See listings for monthly offerings. Church sanctuary features a Tiffany mosaic
- [New Bedford Public Schools](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-public-schools/) - New Bedford Public Schools Paul Roderigues Administration Building 455 County Street (508) 997-4511 Superintendent's Art Gallery Exhibit: "Celebrating Creativity" over 100 pieces of exemplary student artwork. The exhibit is changed four times a year. contact: Kerri Quinlan-Zhou, Director of Fine Arts x 3352
- [New Bedford Free Public Library](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-free-public-library/) - New Bedford Free Public Library 613 Pleasant Street New Bedford, MA 02740 508 991-6275 Contacts: Special Collections 508 961-3104 Library Administration 508 991-6279 A free public library since 1852, the New Bedford Free Public Library Art and Archives rooms acquire, preserve and provide access to records created by, for and about the community of New
- [New Bedford Preservation Society, Inc.](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-preservation-society-inc/) - New Bedford Preservation Society, Inc. 388 County Street P. O. Box 1618 New Bedford, MA 02741 508-997-6425 Tues & Thurs (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) or by appt. The Preservation Society is a private, non-profit organization run by private citizens who volunteer their time and effort to annual Holiday House Tours; a Spring House and
- [New Bedford Historical Society](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-historical-society/) - New Bedford Historical Society Nathan and Polly Johnson House PO Box 40084 New Bedford, MA 02744 (508) 979-8828 The New Bedford Historical Society is dedicated to interpreting, researching and celebrating the legacy of African-Americans, Cape Verdeans, American Indians, West Indians and other people of color in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
- [New Bedford Friends Meeting](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-friends-meeting/) - New Bedford Friends Meeting 83 Spring Street New Bedford, MA 02740 New Bedford Friends (Quaker) Meeting is an active Meeting attended by modern-day Quakers whose beliefs include "a dual commitment to spiritual awareness and social activism". ALL ARE WELCOME at silent worship, held every Sunday morning at 10 - 11am.
- [First Unitarian Church in New Bedford](https://ahanewbedford.org/first-unitarian-church-in-new-bedford/) - First Unitarian Church in New Bedford Corner of Union & County Street An active urban Unitarian Universalist congregation in historic downtown new bedford. Head out into the garden & walk the labyrinth or view the Tiffany Mosaic depicting a seeker on a religious journey.
- [Bristol Community College - New Bedford Campus](https://ahanewbedford.org/bristol-community-college-new-bedford-campus/) - Bristol Community College - New Bedford Campus 800 Purchase Street New Bedford, MA 02745 508-678-2811, x4002 Located in the heart of downtown, BCC New Bedford offers a wide range of programs and state-of-the-art facilities in a unique, vibrant, waterfront setting. Everything you would expect to find at BCC can be found conveniently on the New
- [Waterfront Grille](https://ahanewbedford.org/waterfront-grille/) - Waterfront Grille 36 Homer's Wharf (508) 997-7117 Overlooking the number one fishing port in the United States, Waterfront Grille has a casual atmosphere with spectacular views of New Bedford’s harbor and fishing fleet. The seafood based menu is a compliment to New Bedford’s fishing industry and also includes high quality meat and poultry dishes.
- [Tia Maria's European Cafe](https://ahanewbedford.org/tia-marias-european-cafe/) - 42 North Water Street (508) 993-8900 Serving organic coffee, pastries, full breakfast, sandwiches, salads, traditional European entrees, Portuguese dishes, homemade desserts and more!
- [Spicy Lime](https://ahanewbedford.org/spicy-lime/) - Spicy Lime 522 Pleasant Street (508) 992-3330 Casual lunch & dinner. Stimulate your taste buds with this full menu of authentic Thai specialties. No MSG or transfat oil. 7 days a week 11 am – 9:30 pm.
- [Rose Alley Ale House](https://ahanewbedford.org/rose-alley-ale-house/) - Rose Alley Ale House 94 Front Street (508) 858-5123 Located inside the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. Offering 40 selections of draft beer ranging from the American Microbrew to the rare specialty releases and award winning imports from all over the world. The kitchen specializes in the best all-Angus burgers, chicken wings and tenders
- [Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern](https://ahanewbedford.org/quahog-republic-whalers-tavern/) - Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern 24 North Water Street Centrally located in downtown New Bedford, the Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern pays homage to the city's rich seafaring history. Offering a full menu of upscale pub food, a raw bar, 14 beers on tap, a nice wine selection and over 20 different varieties of rum. Come enjoy
- [Pour Farm Tavern](https://ahanewbedford.org/pour-farm-tavern/) - Pour Farm Tavern 780 Purchase Street (508) 990-1123 Laid back atmosphere, good eats including the not-to-be-missed Cubano & pulled-pork sandwiches, huge selection of craft beers.
- [No Problemo](https://ahanewbedford.org/no-problemo/) - No Problemo 813 Purchase Street (508) 984-1081 Casual Mexican food, live music.
- [Mary's Steamed Cheeseburgers & Mini Hot Dogs](https://ahanewbedford.org/marys-steamed-cheeseburgers-mini-hot-dogs/) - Mary's Steamed Cheeseburgers & Mini Hot Dogs 288 Union Street (774) 202-0236 Serving up regional specialties such as steamed burgers from central CT, mini natural casing hot dogs from the Albany/Troy, NY area, Texas meat sauce from upstate NY and fried Oreos from California. Mary's offers over 80 toppings for hot dogs and steamed burgers.
- [The Green Bean](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-green-bean/) - The Green Bean 740 Purchase Street (508) 984-3300 Casual breakfast & lunch. Come relax in this modern downtown café with homemade baked goods, fresh squeezed juices & smoothies, soups, sandwiches and espresso drinks. Mon-Fri 6am-5pm, Sat 8am – 3pm.
- [Freestone's](https://ahanewbedford.org/freestones/) - Freestone's 41 William Street (508) 993-7477 A New Bedford Institution in a restored 130 year old bank building. Award-Winning fish chowder, creative salads and dinners and daily specials. The place to be! Lunches and Dinner. Mon - Thurs 11:00 am - 10:00 pm, Fri & Sat 11:30 am - 11:00 pm. Open Sundays 12:00 pm
- [DNB Burgers](https://ahanewbedford.org/dnb-burgers/) - DNB Burgers 22 Elm Street (774) 202-0118 A from scratch kitchen that grinds the beef in-house, cures the bacon onsite, and make all of the pickles and sauces, right down to the ketchup. Craft burgers, local beers, and good vibes 7 days a week! Sun-Wed 11:30-8; Thurs-Sat 11:30-9.
- [Cork Wine and Tapas](https://ahanewbedford.org/cork-wine-and-tapas/) - Cork Wine and Tapas 90 Front Street (508) 994-9463 Located in a historic building in the heart of the Seaport Cultural District. Featuring a hand chosen wine menu, a specialty scotch, whiskey and bourbon list, and a full beer and cocktail selection. Specializing in creative cuisine, Cork offers a dynamic menu which features both tapas
- [Café Arpeggio](https://ahanewbedford.org/cafe-arpeggio/) - Café Arpeggio 800 Purchase Street (508) 999-2233 An upscale café with a menu that includes scrumptious and healthy options. Serving micro-roasted coffee, gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, pastry and homemade ice cream. The Café hosts Open Mic with Art Tebbetts every Thursday evening from 7-10pm. Mon - Fri , Sat 8am - 5pm.
- [Whaling Museum Store](https://ahanewbedford.org/whaling-museum-store/) - Whaling Museum Store 18 Johnny Cake Hill (508) 997-0046 Maritime books and unique gifts Open daily 9am-5pm; till 8pm Thurs. in the summer.
- [Travessia Urban Winery](https://ahanewbedford.org/travessia-urban-winery/) - Travessia Urban Winery 760 Purchase Street (774) 929-6534 We are a young and small winery but we have big dreams for the future. We are excited to begin a quest for great wine produced with fruit grown right here in Southeast Masschusetts. Open Noon-6pm.
- [TL6 the gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/tl6-the-gallery-2/) - TL6 the gallery 100 William St. (508) 992-8100 TL6 The Gallery is a one-of-a-kind shop, specializing in handmade, unique and custom designs. The consigners who put their work in TL6 are local and regional artists making everything from jewelry and pottery, to handmade t-shirts and knits, to fine art paintings and photography. TL6 also carries
- [Sub.Text Book Shop](https://ahanewbedford.org/sub-text-book-shop/) - Sub.Text Book Shop 209 Union Street (774) 202-0649 Sub.text is dedicated to the art of offering previously owned books for the casual reader and for the collector of art and books on New Bedford history. Tues - Fri 10am-6pm Sat 11am-5pm
- [Solstice Skateboarding](https://ahanewbedford.org/solstice-skateboarding/) - Solstice Skateboarding 102 William Street (508) 994-8675 Just Skating. Email: solsticeskateboarding@yahoo.com
- [Soap La-Tea-Da](https://ahanewbedford.org/soap-la-tea-da/) - Soap La-Tea-Da 187 Union Street (508) 603-6300 Soap la-tea-da offers a unique bath and body shopping experience. A place where people with all kinds of different skin types unite to aquire healthy, affordable, all-natural handmade soaps, beauty products, bath teas and soy candles. Featuring a large assortment of grab-n-go products, along with products that are
- [Shop NBAM](https://ahanewbedford.org/shop-nbam/) - Shop NBAM 608 Pleasant Street (508) 961-3099 Cards, books and museum gifts. Memorial Day through Labor Day: Daily 10am - 5pm. Thursday 10am - 7pm. Labor Day through Memorial Day: Wednesday - Sunday, 12pm - 5pm. Thursday, 12pm - 7pm.
- [Moby Dick Retail](https://ahanewbedford.org/moby-dick-retail/) - Moby Dick Retail 27 William Street (508) 996-1114 Moby Dick Retail carries nautical themed gifts for the whole family including replica model ships in all sizes, harpoons like the famous whaling boats used, decorative fishnet and buoys, shells, jewelry, and much more. Tues - Thurs, 10am-5:30pm Fri & Sat, 10am-5pm
- [The Landing Gift Shop & Chandlery](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-landing-gift-shop-chandlery/) - The Landing Gift Shop & Chandlery 98 Front St (508) 642-9211 Celebrating life, beautifully. A local gift shop, screen-printer and commercial fishing supply store. 95% of all items are locally hand crafted. You can also find all local city and town spirit-wear. Specializing in custom apparel printing and commercial fishing gear. Open 7 days a week!
- [Isabelle Grace Jewelry](https://ahanewbedford.org/isabelle-grace-jewelry/) - Isabelle Grace Jewelry 498 Pleasant St (508) 951-1749 Celebrating life, beautifully. Founded in 2007, we make simple, beautiful, elegant pieces inspired by the most important things in life. Family, children, love, marriage. Our jewelry celebrates life. Your life and what your about. We make jewelry that people connect with.
- [Hippo](https://ahanewbedford.org/hippo/) - Hippo 741 Purchase St (508) 858-8522 A gift shop featuring a variety of unique handcrafted goods and independently designed products. Wednesday - Saturday, noon-7pm & Sunday, noon-4pm
- [Gatlin’s Framing, Photography, and Art Supplies](https://ahanewbedford.org/gatlins-framing-photography-and-art-supplies/) - Gatlin’s Framing, Photography, and Art Supplies 209 Union Street (774) 202-0649 Gatlin’s is a high-end, museum-quality, archival custom frame shop with a focus on great design, presentation, preservation, and excellent customer service. Gatlin’s carries a small, but necessary inventory of art supplies, from charcoal and graphite pencils, to a small assortment of paints, brushes, papers,
- [Crush Fine Wine](https://ahanewbedford.org/crush-fine-wine/) - Crush Fine Wine 801 Purchase Street (774) 206-1855 A boutique style wine shop, with most eclectic selection of wine in the South Coast of MA. Offering more than 450 different selections from around the world. Each wine has been tasted by the resident sommelier to provide you with most recent tasting notes. They take a
- [Celia's Boutique](https://ahanewbedford.org/celias-boutique/) - Celia's Boutique 800 Purchase Street (508) 994-3833 Casual and sophisticated women's apparel
- [calico](https://ahanewbedford.org/calico/) - calico 173 Union Street (508) 999-4147 New Bedford's premier women's clothing boutique -- stocking fashion-forward brands like BB Dakota, Cheap Monday, Mink Pink, and MORE! Plus on-trend shoes, jewelry, and accessories to complete your look! Follow us on Instagram @shopcalico! Mon - Sat 10am-6pm Sunday noon-4pm
- [The Bedford Merchant](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-bedford-merchant/) - The Bedford Merchant 28 William Street (508) 997-9194 Located in a historical 1880's mercantile shoppe, The Bedford Merchant shines with wonderful gifts for all. You can find candles, clothes, jewelry, signs, candy, collectibles, even amazing furniture pieces. Step into an olde fashioned shopping experience! Tues - Thurs, 10am-5:30pm Fri & Sat, 10am-5pm
- [The University Gallery UMass Dartmouth College of Visual & Performing Arts STAR STORE Campus](https://ahanewbedford.org/the-university-gallery-umass-dartmouth-college-of-visual-performing-arts-star-store-campus/) - The University Gallery UMass Dartmouth College of Visual & Performing Arts STAR STORE Campus 715 Purchase Street (508) 999-8904 The University Art Gallery is located on the first floor in the Star Store in downtown New Bedford. The five story building also holds studios for the ceramics, printmaking, textile design/fiber arts, jewelry/metal, wood/furniture design, painting
- [TL6 the Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/tl6-the-gallery/) - TL6 the Gallery 100 William St. (508) 992-8100 TL6 The Gallery is a one-of-a-kind shop, specializing in handmade, unique and custom designs. The consigners who put their work in TL6 are local and regional artists making everything from jewelry and pottery, to handmade t-shirts and knits, to fine art paintings and photography. TL6 also carries
- [Paradise McFee Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/paradise-mcfee-gallery/) - Paradise McFee Gallery 104 William Street (508) 965-3445 7 Days a Week, 1-8pm
- [mediumstudio](https://ahanewbedford.org/mediumstudio/) - mediumstudio 33 Bethel Street - Studio Up (508) 992-8546 Design for print and internet, advertising, marketing, corporate identity, etc.
- [LOVEmoda](https://ahanewbedford.org/lovemoda/) - LOVEmoda 96 William Street, Studio 8 Seasonal Schedule & by Appointment Only shopLOVEmoda@gmail.com (508) 496-3948 Owned and operated by a local craftsperson, Sarah G. Kocur, who designs unique, hand-made clutches and cross bodies. Creations are made using vegan leather, eclectic designs and whimsical fabrics.
- [Gallery X](https://ahanewbedford.org/gallery-x/) - Gallery X 169 William Street (508) 992-2675 Wed-Sun 11am-3pm Gallery X is a contemporary, cooperative art gallery of Visual, Performing and Literary artist members and volunteers. A non-profit, tax-exempt organization, Gallery X promotes a mission of cultural outreach through community partnerships, educational programs, and monthly exhibits. The former church building at 169 William St. has
- [Gallery 65 on William](https://ahanewbedford.org/gallery-65-on-william/) - Gallery 65 on William 65 William Street Tues-Sat 11am-5pm, until 9pm on AHA! Nights A lively Artists Cooperative featuring fine arts and crafts from Cape Cod and the Southcoast. Featured artists offer lectures, demonstrations, and conversation during AHA! Night.
- [Duff Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/duff-gallery/) - Duff Gallery 24 Centre Street The Duff Gallery is a source for fine art, exquisite crafts and distinctive gifts. Bob Duff is a local artist who paints in a realist style. He work encompasses a wide variety of subject from rural and coastal scenes to marine and still life paintings. The Duff Gallery makes available
- [Arthur Moniz Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/arthur-moniz-gallery/) - Arthur Moniz Gallery Corner of William Street and Johnny Cake Hill (directly across from Whaling Museum entrance) (508) 992-6050 Open Mon.-Sat. 11am-5pm; Sun. seasonal schedule. Works of art by Arthur Moniz. Graphite & watercolor paintings depict natural and rural scenes. Plus local artisan crafts, antiques and antique art. Email: a-moniz@comcast.net
- [Alison Wells Fine Art Studio & Gallery](https://ahanewbedford.org/alison-wells-fine-art-studio-gallery/) - Alison Wells Fine Art Studio & Gallery 106 William Street (774)526-6550 Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 12:00am - 5:00pm and by appointment: alisonwe@gmail.com Featuring the paintings of Contemporary Trinidadian Fine Arts Painter Alison Wells. Her paintings are characterized by semi-abstracted imagery where personal examinations of inner and outer experiences are explored through a variety of media and
- [Lloyd Center for the Environment](https://ahanewbedford.org/lloyd-center-for-the-environment/) - Lloyd Center for the Environment 430 Potomska Road Dartmouth, MA 02748 (508) 990-0505 The Lloyd Center for the Environment, situated with its headquarters and spectacular nature preserve overlooking the scenic Slocum River estuary, has achieved a well-earned reputation for excellence in environmental research and education. Through its innovative outreach programs, it has established itself as
- [Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens](https://ahanewbedford.org/allen-c-haskell-public-gardens/) - Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens 787 Shawmut Avenue New Bedford, MA 02746 In the heart of New Bedford lies the former nursery of Allen C. Haskell: six acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, historic buildings, and more than half an acre of greenhouse space. With this location and array of elements, Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens
- [Zeiterion Performing Arts Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/zeiterion-performing-arts-center/) - Zeiterion Performing Arts Center 684 Purchase Street (508) 997-5664 or box-office (508) 994-2900 Historic performing arts center open year-round. Hosts a variety of performances including the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra and children's educational programs. Zeiterion is a friend of AHA! and on occasion hosts AHA! Night groups.
- [New Bedford Art Museum/Artworks!](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-art-museumartworks/) - New Bedford Art Museum/Artworks! 608 Pleasant Street New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Visitor Service: 508-961-3099 Memorial Day through Labor Day: Daily 10am - 5pm. Thursday 10am - 7pm. Labor Day through Memorial Day: Wednesday - Sunday, 12pm - 5pm. Thursday, 12pm - 7pm. Year-round: AHA! Night, 5pm - 9pm. The New Bedford Art Museum engages the
- [New Bedford Whaling Museum](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-whaling-museum/) - New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill (508) 997-0046 The Museum is the largest museum in America devoted to the history of the American whaling industry and its greatest port. Through exhibits, publications, and programs, the Museum brings to life the whaling era and the history of the local area. It houses the most
- [New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center](https://ahanewbedford.org/new-bedford-fishing-heritage-center/) - New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center 38 Bethel Street (508) 993-8894 The Fishing Heritage Center tells the story of the nation’s #1 fishing port past, present and future through exhibits, programs, and archives. Offerings include films, talks, demonstrations, performances, group tours, resource center, gift shop, and more. Open Thursday-Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission $5. Free for members and
- [Buzzards Bay Coalition](https://ahanewbedford.org/buzzards-bay-coalition/) - Buzzards Bay Coalition 114 Front Street (508) 999-6363 Open weekdays 9am-5pm and until 9pm on AHA! Nights. Buzzards Bay Coaltion is a member supported organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of Buzzards Bay and its watershed. In 2010 The Coalition opened the Buzzards Bay Center, a landmark project combining historic preservation and green design.

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- [Summer Sound Series](https://ahanewbedford.org/summer-sound-series/) - You're invited to New Bedford’s annual Summer Sound Series delivering to downtown a lineup of musicians who will have you dancing in the streets!
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- [Seaport Sessions](https://ahanewbedford.org/seaport-sessions/) - THIS MONTH BROUGHT TO YOU BY Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA!
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- [Profile Submission](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-dashboard/profile-submission/) - Hi, you did it! Please wait for admin approval. You will be notified via email. In the meantime, you can visit your Partner Dashboard. You can choose to edit your AHA! Profile (after approval), create a New AHA! listing or edit your AHA! event listing. PARTNER DASHBOARD
- [Community Partners](https://ahanewbedford.org/community-partners/) - AHA! is a partnership organization. Each AHA! Night, community partners come together to create festive, inspiring programming to share with visitors and locals alike. Partners invest in cooperative marketing, outreach and special AHA! Night programming enhancements.Thank you to our Community Partners for their creative and financial contributions. Browse their partners pages to see more of
- [Artist Spotlights](https://ahanewbedford.org/artist-spotlights/) - Every month, AHA! showcases the incredible talent of local artists on the SouthCoast. Artist Spotlight: Viera Levitt The sensibility that Viera Levitt brings to her work as the Gallery Director at UMass Dartmouth is honed from wide-ranging experience around the world, and the exhibitions she curates here on the Southcoast are world-class: provocative, inspirational, and
- [Partner Spotlights](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-spotlights/) - Every month, AHA! showcases the incredible talent of local artists on the SouthCoast. Partner Spotlight: Gallery X Gallery X is a community art gallery and performance venue that welcomes work from artists of every age, any style, and all levels of education and experience. READ MORE Partner Spotlight: Buzzards Bay Coalition The member-supported Buzzards Bay
- [partners](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners-2/) - Serlingpa Meditation Center Read More » Better Community Living Better Community Living is a Premier Human Service Provider Read More » Cork Wine & Tapas Read More » Sangha Yoga New Bedford SANGHA YOGA NEW BEDFORD is an innovative Community Wellness Center that celebrates freedom, creativity, equity, inclusion, pluralism and accessibility through Healing Arts, Yoga
- [Home-Previous](https://ahanewbedford.org/home-previous/) - Previous Next AHA! (ART • HISTORY • ARCHITECTURE) NIGHT IS A FREE ARTS & CULTURE EVENT WHICH TAKES PLACE THE 2ND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH IN DOWNTOWN NEW BEDFORD. LEARN MORE Celebrate Earth Eve During The April 14th AHA! Join the Be a Super Hero & Love Mother Earth Procession Click For More Info /
- [AHA! In The News 3](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-in-the-news-3/) - AHA! In The News AHA! News Archives AHA! In The News AHA! News Archives New Bedford shows off its cultural revival!By Steve UrbonNEW BEDFORD — City leaders exercised their bragging rights Friday as the Massachusetts Cultural Council came to town along with guests from “Gateway Cities” across the state.They came to the former Star Store
- [AHA! In The News 2](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-in-the-news-2/) - AHA! In The News AHA! News Archives AHA! In The News AHA! News Archives AHA! Celebrates 14 Years of Artful ServiceStaff, Steering Committee Members and other friends of AHA! (Art History Architecture) Night gathered on Thursday, June 14th at the New Bedford Art Museum for the 14th Annual Meeting of AHA!, a long-standing, successful project
- [April AHA! 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/april-aha-2022/) - Celebrate Earth Eve During The April 14th AHA! Join the Be a Super Hero & Love Mother Earth Procession click for more info / application Save The Dates AHA! 2022 Events List Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look
- [Connect from Your Couch](https://ahanewbedford.org/connect-from-your-couch/) - Connect From Your Couch Our curated list of on-line resources and virtual programming from local artists, businesses and organizations will keep you creative and connected 24-7. Connect From Your Couch 24/7 Your New Bedford 2020 Finale Hosted by 3rd EyE UnlimitedComing at you LIVE from the Zeiterion Stage!Tune in for music, dance, live art, meditation &
- [March AHA! 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/march-aha-2022/) - Save The Dates AHA! 2022 Events List Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA!
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- [February AHA! 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/february-aha-2022/) - Save The Dates AHA! 2022 Events List AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to check the AHA! event page, Facebook page and Instagram Stories as well as website and social for participating event partners for info about location changes, program rescheduling and cancellations. /ahanewbedford @ahanewbedfordwww.ahanewbedford.org Planning To AHA! IRL? All of the AHA! partners have their
- [AHA! Night](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-night/) - 5PM After the Silence: A Community Gathering on Fatherhood, Protection & Belonging Sacred Birthing Village A community gathering for fathers, men, families, and neighbors to come together around care, responsibility, and connection. Through shared food, storytelling, reflection, and conversation, we’ll explore what it means to show up for one another, support the next generation, and
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- [December AHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/december-aha/) - Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to
- [November AHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/november-aha/) - Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to
- [October AHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/october-aha/) - Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to
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- [September Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/september-vaha/) - AHA! Schedule Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe
- [August Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/august-vaha/) - AHA! Schedule Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! 2-7pm in Custom House Square
- [July Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/july-vaha/) - explore new bedford’svibrant culture thissummer in the seaport EXPLORE! This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In
- [Pride Block Party](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/june-vaha/pride-block-party/) - Thanks to Mass Cultural Council and New Bedford Creative for their generous support in bringing local creatives to the digital stage. Join the Block Party on Twitch Join the Block Party on Facebook Instagram Facebook-f BLOCK PARTY ARTISTS DJHoneydropFacebookSoundcloudVenmo: @queen_honeydrop DJ Ace On Earth@aceonearthwww.aceonearth.comCash App: $pnkbch Drag King Rusty Hammer@rustyhammerdragVenmo: @rustyhammerdrag Drag PerformanceComplete Destruction@completedestructionFacebookVenmo: @Complete-Destruction Drag
- [June Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/june-aha/) - Join 3rd EyE hosts Chan Grant (BIG CHAN) and Lonelle Walker as they stream live from the Communal Space. Virtual Stage creative performers include The Glass Horse Project, Capalot CC, Myles Goulart, and Jason Johnson.Drag artists are Complete Destruction, Kirbie Fullyloaded, Rusty Hammer, Secret Queen, and Yung Onyx.Live art creations by Rad Future and community spotlights from South Coast LGBTQ Network. Right after the Block Party head
- [Summer in the Seaport Toolkit](https://ahanewbedford.org/summer-in-the-seaport-toolkit/) - SUMMER IN THE SEAPORT Summer in the SeaportExplore New Bedford’s vibrant culture this Summer in the Seaport. website: https://ahanewbedford.org/summerseaportinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/summerintheseaporthashtags: #SummerInTheSeaport #eatDNB #artDNB #shopDNB #exploreDNB #visitDNB #stayDNB Partner Instagram Handles: @ahanewbedford @_nbcreative@destnewbedford @_datma@nbfishingheritagecenter@anthi_drawing_room @visitma Partner Facebook Handles: @AHANewBedford@NewBedfordCreative@DestinationNewBedford@DesignArtTechnologyMassachusetts@NBFishingHeritageCenter@AnthiDrawingRoom@VisitMassachusetts Media Resources Press Release: Share the press release or pull sections for your newsletters and social media posts.Click
- [Be A Part Of The Summer In The Seaport Campaign](https://ahanewbedford.org/partner-sign-up/) - SUMMER IN THE SEAPORT Dear Business Owner/Stakeholder in New Bedford, We invite you to join our group of NB businesses and non-profit organizations in a joint marketing campaign called Summer in the Seaport. The goal of this campaign is to position New Bedford as a vibrant destination that is moving forward post-covid and is close, attractive,
- [summerseaport](https://ahanewbedford.org/summerseaport/) - #summerintheseaport Thurs – SunMemorial Day – Labor Day explore new bedford’s vibrant culture this summer in the seaport What You Can Expect This Summer In The Seaport working waterfrontboutique shops, markets and galleries the first free home of Frederick Douglasspublic art around every corner historic houses & diverse neighborhoods outdoor dining, sunday brunch, new bedford brews and
- [May Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/may-vaha/) - Welcome To AHA! A message from Chris Howard, President & CEO of First Citizens’ Federal Credit UnionThank you to First Citizens’ for supporting AHA!Click To Watch Part of SouthCoast Spring Arts Launching on May 7th 2021, SouthCoast Spring Arts is a celebration of the place and presence of the arts in communities across the SouthCoast. Local
- [April Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/april-vaha/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and
- [March Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/march-vaha/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and
- [February Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/february-vaha/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and
- [December Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/december-vaha/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and
- [November Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/november-vaha/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the November VAHA! on our Connect From
- [October Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/october-vaha-2021/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the October (V)AHA! on our Connect
- [September Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/september-vaha-2020/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the September VAHA! on our Connect
- [August VAHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/august-vaha-2020/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the August VAHA! on our Connect
- [July VAHA! 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/july-vaha-2020/) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the July VAHA! on our Connect
- [Road to Recovery](https://ahanewbedford.org/road-to-recovery/) - “No pride for some of us without liberation for all of us” – Marsha P. Johnson AHA! Pride Committee and the Queer Arts Council of New Bedford stand in solidarity with Black communities against the continued violence experienced at the hands of an unjust system and police brutality. 400 years of slavery, Jim Crow, and
- [Pride Block Party](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/september-vaha-2020/pride-block-party/) - Thanks to Mass Cultural Council and New Bedford Creative for their generous support in bringing local creatives to the digital stage. Instagram Facebook-f BLOCK PARTY KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Armand MarchandGeorge CharbonneauNew Bedford Festival Theater Armand and George met as students at Bridgewater State College where they were fraternity brothers in Alpha Upsilon fraternity and were also officers of
- [June Vaha!](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/june-vaha/) - Welcome To VAHA! A message from Margo Saulnier,creative strategist for the city of New BedfordThank you to New Bedford Creative for supporting AHA!Click To Watch The AHA! Pride Committee and the Queer Arts Council of New Beford have chosen to postpone their previously planned content for June’s AHA! Pride and instead are participating in a
- [A Creative Arts Display from Child & Family Services](https://ahanewbedford.org/may-vaha/a-creative-arts-display-from-child-family-services/) - In recognition of May Mental Health Awareness Month enjoy a showcase of the creative and artistic talents of CFS workers/providers of mental health services and learn how they utilize the arts as a form of self-expression, shedding negative emotions, building self-esteem, and processing. Paintings & Process with David Godinez 7pm on Instagram and Zoom David Godinez,
- [Cape Cod Museum Trail](https://ahanewbedford.org/cape-cod-museum-trail/) - Virtually Visit The Cape Cod Museum Trail Get out and socially distance with the Streetside Sculptures and Installations at the Cahoon Museum of American Art. Learn about them here and when you out enjoying the weather and social distancing see them in person. While staying at home and staying safe, learn Massachusetts Aviation History from
- [aha! 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/aha-2022/) - aha! 2022 Our AHA! Partners have something for everybody on your list. – boutique shops – museum memberships – galleries galore – tickets to a show – gift cards to eclectic eateries 2022 AHA! Nights February 10th Sheroes & Heroes: Celebrating Black History Month March 10th Womens Work April 14th Sustainable SouthCoast May 12th We
- [May VAHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/may-vaha/) - Welcome To VAHAA message from Peter Muise, President & CEO of First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union Thank you to First Citizens’ for supporting VAHA! Click To Watch Find archived programming from the May VAHA! on our Connect From Your Couch page. Dinner & A Show Celebrate VAHA! with some contactless take-out or delivery from one of your favorite downtown
- [Connect From Your Couch](https://ahanewbedford.org/connect-from-your-couch-2/) - Connect From Your Couch Our curated list of on-line resources and virtual programming from local artists, businesses and organizations will keep you creative and connected 24-7. Connect From Your Couch 24/7 Your New Bedford 2020 Finale Hosted by 3rd EyE UnlimitedComing at you LIVE from the Zeiterion Stage!Tune in for music, dance, live art, meditation &
- [April VAHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/april-vaha/) - Have an idea for some virtual programming you’d like to bring to the party? Have some tips or tricks you can share about virtual event best practices? Need help navigating this new frontier of tech connecting? Drop us a line at AHACoordinator@cfsema.org Thank you all for coming along with us as the AHA! partnership learns
- [Become an AHA! Partner](https://ahanewbedford.org/become-an-aha-partner/) - AHA! New Bedford offers a unique opportunity for new and returning partners alike to maximize their marketing dollars while supporting the premiere arts and culture event in our community. At AHA! we’re thankful for our partners. Because of your support, we’re able to make each and every AHA! night a unique experience for everyone who
- [Youth & Education](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/youth-education/) - 3rd EyE Unlimited38 Bethel Street, 2nd Floor, Downtown New BedfordThe mission of 3rd EyE is to: Engage and empower youth to become leaders to positively transform their community; Build a movement to improve the community, centered around the principles of economic and social equality, with young people being an instrumental part of that movement in roles
- [Live / Stay](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/live-stay/) - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford 185 MacArthur Blvd. (774) 634-2000Located on the beautiful Historic New Bedford Harbor, the newly built Fairfield Inn & Suites is the perfect location while visiting New Bedford! Our 106-room hotel is located within walking distance of all Downtown New Bedford attractions and the Seastreak Fast Ferry to Martha's Vineyard. We
- [Galleries & Artists Studios](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/galleries-artists-studios/) - Alison Wells Fine Art Studio & Gallery106 William Street (774)526-6550 Featuring the paintings of Trinidadian Mixed Media Artist Alison Wells. The gallery specializes in her Caribbean & New Bedford themed original paintings, prints and note cards. Also featured, stained glass wall hangings, macrame, ceramic sculptures and Japanese style woodwork by local guest artists. Open Thur, Fri, Sat 12-5pm
- [Eateries](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/eateries/) - Café Arpeggio 800 Purchase Street (508) 999-2233An upscale café with a menu that includes scrumptious and healthy options. Serving micro-roasted coffee, gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, pastry and homemade ice cream. Cork Wine and Tapas90 Front Street (508) 994-9463Located in a historic building in the heart of the Seaport Cultural District. Featuring a hand chosen wine menu, a specialty
- [Cultural Organizations](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/cultural-organizations/) - First Unitarian Church in New BedfordCorner of Union & County StreetAn active urban Unitarian Universalist congregation in historic downtown newbedford. Head out into the garden & walk the labyrinth or view theTiffany Mosaic depicting a seeker on a religious journey. New Bedford Friends Meeting House 83 Spring StreetNew Bedford Friends (Quaker) Meeting is an active Meeting attended
- [Boutique Shops](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/boutique-shops/) - The Bedford Merchant28 William Street(508) 997-9194Located in a historical 1880's mercantile shoppe, The Bedford Merchant shines with wonderful gifts for all. You can find candles, clothes, jewelry, signs, candy, collectibles, even amazing furniture pieces. Step into an olde fashioned shopping experience!Tues - Thurs, 10am-5:30pmFri & Sat, 10am-5pmcalico173 Union Street(508) 999-4147 New Bedford's premier women's clothing boutique
- [Museums & Attractions](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/museums-attractions/) - Buzzards Bay Coalition 114 Front Street(508) 999-6363 Open weekdays 9am-5pm and until 9pm on AHA! Nights. Buzzards Bay Coaltion is a member supported organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of Buzzards Bay and its watershed. In 2010 The Coalition opened the Buzzards Bay Center, a landmark project combining historic preservation and green design. A cornerstone of the
- [VAHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/vaha/) - Have an idea for some virtual programming you’d like to bring to the party? Have some tips or tricks you can share about virtual event best practices? Need help navigating this new frontier of tech connecting? Drop us a line at AHACoordinator@cfsema.org Thank you all for coming along with us as the AHA! partnership learns
- [Footer](https://ahanewbedford.org/footer/) - [vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1510253195821{padding-top: 50px !important;background-color: #005eac !important;}” min_height=”300px”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text color=”#ffffff” css=”.vc_custom_1510253654387{padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”]AHA! (ART • HISTORY • ARCHITECTURE) NIGHT IS A FREE ARTS & CULTURE EVENT WHICH TAKES PLACE THE 2ND THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH IN DOWNTOWN NEW BEDFORD. AHA! • 30 Cornell Street • New Bedford, MA 02740 / PRESS AHA! is a registered trademark of
- [CONTACT](https://ahanewbedford.org/contact-2/) - AHA! Office128 Union StreetSuite 403New Bedford, MA 02740508 996-8253, x205ahacoordinator@southcoastcf.org Directions to AHA! Night From I-195 East or West take Exit 15 (Downtown / Route 18). Follow Route 18 South to the second traffic signal. Take a right onto Union Street - welcome to Downtown New Bedford! There is on-street parking as well as Elm Street
- [SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS](https://ahanewbedford.org/sponsors-supporters/) - SPONSORS & SUPPORTERS 2019BayCoast BankBristol County Savings BankDomino’s Pizza Edible South Coast Fiber Optic Center, Inc. First Citizens Hall Keen Management Island Foundation New Bedford Farmers Market Plum Direct Marketing SouthCoast ServesThe Trustees of Reservations: Haskell Gardens UMASS Center for Civic Engagement Wanderer Whaling City Sound GOVERNMENT SUPPORTERS 2019Bristol Community College City of New Bedford
- [ABOUT AHA!](https://ahanewbedford.org/about-aha-2/) - AHA! (Art, History & Architecture) is New Bedford’s free Downtown Cultural Night and collaborative cultural organization with over 60 downtown venue partners. The AHA! Mission To be a cooperative venture dedicated to invigorating the downtown New Bedford cultural scene using the power of the arts and cultural enterprise, creativity and collaboration to forge a
- [Events](https://ahanewbedford.org/events/) - Our AHA! Partners have something for everybody on your list. – boutique shops – museum memberships– galleries galore– tickets to a show– gift cards to eclectic eateries 2020 AHA! Nights FEBRUARY 13, 2020 – HISTORY, HERSTORY, OUR STORIES MARCH 12, 2020 – ALL SEWN UP APRIL 9, 2020 – SUSTAINABLE SOUTHCOAST MAY 14, 2020 – WE ART NB
- [Partners](https://ahanewbedford.org/partners/) - Museums & Attractions Buzzards Bay Coalition 114 Front Street (508) 999-6363 Open weekdays 9am-5pm and until 9pm on AHA! Nights. Buzzards Bay Coaltion is a member supported organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of Buzzards Bay and its watershed. In 2010 The Coalition opened the Buzzards Bay Center, a landmark project combining historic preservation
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- [Summer Sound Posts](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item-8) - SEE ALL DATES
- [AHA! Pride Block Party](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aha-pride-block-party) - Pride Block PartyLocation: Steeple Playhouse, Gallery X and Upper William St. between 6th and 8th Streets 5-8:00 pm: Over 30 craft vendors and community partners, mocktail bar by Gallery Bar NB, food trucks by Sorbae and Round the Bend Farm, face painting, aerial arts by Aerialicious Entertainment, YMCA Southcoast Family Fun Area, performance shenanigans by Wicked Queer Puppet Theater and
- [MIRROR DAYS LOOP TEMPLATE 2](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=mirror-days-loop-template-2) - LEARN MORE
- [Mirror Days Loop](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-19053) - LEARN MORE
- [Featured-Loop-2025](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item-2) - SEE THE EVENTS!
- [Summer Sound Series Sponsor Slider](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=summer-sound-series-sponsor-slider) - 2026 Summer Sound Series Sponsors
- [AHA-MAIN -FOOTER](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aha-main-footer) - Content Area
- [SSS: Participating Restaurants](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=sss-participating-restaurants) - Participating Restaurants Purchase Street StageNo Problemo, The Pour Farm Tavern, The Vault Lower Union Street StagePort Royal, Play Arcade, New Beige, Cultivator Shoals, Cork Wine & Tapas
- [AHA! Docent](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aha-docent) - Not sure where to go during your AHA! Night? Take a tour with an AHA! Docent!On AHA! Night, you can take a free AHA! Night walking tour who with a docent who will guide participants through the evening’s highlights and hidden gems.The tours begin at 5:30 and 6:00 PM by the AHA! welcome table at
- [Community Meeting Text](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=community-meeting-text) - JOIN US AT OUR NEXT TOWN HALL MEETINGMonday, April 27th | 5-7:00 PMFirst Unitarian Church71 Eighth Street, New Bedfordelevator access availableMEETING DETAILSDiscover what we’ve learned so far.Hear about next steps.Meeting includes a presentation and workshop by consultants Ann Burke & Andre LeRoux.Be part of the strategy for a thriving downtown!There will be pizza!Co-hosted by AHA! New
- [Project Planet Intro Block](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=project-planet-intro-block) - Celebrate the planet on AHA! Night!Three cheers for the planet! Watch the annual Project Planet procession this AHA! Night as we celebrate the Earth and all we can do to protect it.Check out the community organizations popping up in Custom House Square from 5-7pm with fun and interactive activities.And cheer on the parade participants as they make their way
- [Planet Protectors](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=planet-protectors) - 2026 Planet Protectors Deirdre Healy was one of the original organizers and long-time driving force behind what’s now known as the Project Planet parade, engaging the community through collaboration and environmental advocacy. During her 25‑year career at UMass Dartmouth, she advanced social justice and environmental stewardship through initiatives such as Sustainable SouthCoast and Sharing the Harvest
- [Parade Route](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=parade-route) - Parade Route DetailsEnjoy the Project Planet Procession from anywhere along the route. The parade begins on Acushnet Ave at Custom House Square around 5:15 pm and makes a square, taking a right on Union St., a right on Pleasant St., a right on William St., and a final right on Acushnet, finishing where it began in
- [Featured Next AHA Event Page](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item-3)
- [AHA! Survey](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aha-survey) - We want to hear from YOU! Weigh in on AHA! New Bedford’s 2025 Downtown Survey. Share your unique perspective and help local organizations support a vibrant, welcoming downtown.A summary of feedback will be shared in early 2026! SURVEY IS CLOSED
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- [Events Archive Loop](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item-4) - May 2025 AHA! NIGHT Events Archive Loop Join the Community Boating Center of New Bedford and the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park for an engaging hands-on exploration of maritime history and traditional craftsmanship. Participants will learn about hand tools, their important role in New Bedford’s maritime heritage, and how generations of shipbuilders and sailors
- [Events Loop 2025](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item) - Events Loop 2025 Join the Community Boating Center of New Bedford and the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park for an engaging hands-on exploration of maritime history and traditional craftsmanship. Participants will learn about hand tools, their important role in New Bedford’s maritime heritage, and how generations of shipbuilders and sailors used them. Guests will
- [Events 2024](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=events-2024) - Preservation. Celebration.May 8, 2025 sponsored by Free ParkingDon’t worry about finding a place to park. During AHA! Night there is free parking at the Elm Street and Zeiterion Garages. Pick up a paper copy of the AHA! program at the AHA! Welcome Desk (corner of Market & Pleasant), the library, New Bedford Art Museum, or
- [HOME 2024](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=home-2024) - AHA! (Art, History, Architecture) provides free art and culture experiences in downtown New Bedford for all, on the second Thursday of the month. THIS MONTH BROUGHT TO YOU BY AHA! Nights 2025 February 13th I AM NB - Storytelling Series March 13th I AM NB - Storytelling Series April 10th Project Planet May 8th Preservation.
- [Featured Artist | Homepage](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=featured-artist-homepage) - Artist SpotlightEvery month, AHA! showcases the incredible talent of local artists on the SouthCoast. Artist Spotlight: Viera Levitt Artist Spotlight: Viera Levitt Partner SpotlightEvery month, AHA! programs are produced by a community of over 60 partners. Partner Spotlight: Gallery X Partner Spotlight: Gallery X
- [AHA! Timeline](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aha-timeline) - A Brief History of AHA! New Bedford 1997 – 1999 How It Began New Bedford convened a Regional Community Congress which brought together six sectors of society: business, education, health and human services, arts and culture, the environment, and communities of faith. Working together, the vision of New Bedford as a vital regional hub of
- [AHA! Moment Contest](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aha-moment-contest) - Share your Favorite AHA! Moment Celebrate 25 years of AHA! New Bedford by sharing a favorite AHA! photo and moment with us!Upload your photo and caption and we’ll randomly select a winner from the entries to receive a $25 gift card at a downtown business to enjoy at your next AHA! night. ENTER TO WIN
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- [May 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=may-2020) - Welcome To VAHAA message from Peter Muise, President & CEO of First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union Thank you to First Citizens’ for supporting VAHA! Click To Watch Find archived programming from the May VAHA! on our Connect From Your Couch page. Dinner & A Show Celebrate VAHA! with some contactless take-out or delivery from one of your favorite downtown
- [June 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=june-2020) - Welcome To VAHA! A message from Margo Saulnier,creative strategist for the city of New BedfordThank you to New Bedford Creative for supporting AHA!Click To Watch The AHA! Pride Committee and the Queer Arts Council of New Beford have chosen to postpone their previously planned content for June’s AHA! Pride and instead are participating in a
- [July 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=july-2020) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the July VAHA! on our Connect From
- [Aug 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aug-2020) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the August VAHA! on our Connect From
- [Sept. 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=sept-2020) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the September VAHA! on our Connect From
- [Oct 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=oct-2020) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the October (V)AHA! on our Connect From
- [Nov 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=nov-2020) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the November VAHA! on our Connect From
- [Dec 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=dec-2020) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and institutions
- [April 2020](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=april-2020) - Have an idea for some virtual programming you’d like to bring to the party? Have some tips or tricks you can share about virtual event best practices? Need help navigating this new frontier of tech connecting? Drop us a line at AHACoordinator@cfsema.org Thank you all for coming along with us as the AHA! partnership learns
- [Connect Couch 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=connect-couch-2022) - Connect From Your CouchOur curated list of on-line resources and virtual programming from local artists, businesses and organizations will keep you creative and connected 24-7. Connect From Your Couch 24/7 Your New Bedford 2020 Finale Hosted by 3rd EyE UnlimitedComing at you LIVE from the Zeiterion Stage!Tune in for music, dance, live art, meditation & yoga, community
- [April 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=april-2022) - Celebrate Earth Eve During The April 14th AHA! Join the Be a Super Hero & Love Mother Earth Procession click for more info / application Save The Dates AHA! 2022 Events List Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look
- [March 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=march-2022) - Save The Dates AHA! 2022 Events List Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA!
- [Feb 2022](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=feb-2022) - Save The Dates AHA! 2022 Events List AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to check the AHA! event page, Facebook page and Instagram Stories as well as website and social for participating event partners for info about location changes, program rescheduling and cancellations. /ahanewbedford @ahanewbedfordwww.ahanewbedford.org Planning To AHA! IRL? All of the AHA! partners have their
- [March 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=march-2021) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and institutions
- [April 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=april-2021) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and institutions
- [May 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=may-2021) - Welcome To AHA! A message from Chris Howard, President & CEO of First Citizens’ Federal Credit UnionThank you to First Citizens’ for supporting AHA!Click To Watch Part of SouthCoast Spring Arts Launching on May 7th 2021, SouthCoast Spring Arts is a celebration of the place and presence of the arts in communities across the SouthCoast. Local
- [June 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=june-2021) - Join 3rd EyE hosts Chan Grant (BIG CHAN) and Lonelle Walker as they stream live from the Communal Space. Virtual Stage creative performers include The Glass Horse Project, Capalot CC, Myles Goulart, and Jason Johnson.Drag artists are Complete Destruction, Kirbie Fullyloaded, Rusty Hammer, Secret Queen, and Yung Onyx.Live art creations by Rad Future and community spotlights from South Coast LGBTQ Network.Right after the Block Party head over to
- [July 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=july-2021) - explore new bedford’svibrant culture thissummer in the seaport EXPLORE! This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In
- [Aug. 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=aug-2021) - AHA! Schedule Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! 2-7pm in Custom House Square
- [Sept. 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=sept-2021) - AHA! Schedule Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe
- [Feb. 2011](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=feb-2011) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience AHA! In The Afternoon Our downtown New Bedford museums, galleries and institutions
- [Oct. 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=oct-2021) - This month our AHA! partners are offering a variety of both virtual and IRL (in-real-life) programs. Look for the Virtual and IRL icons to help you plan your AHA! activities. Virtual IRL Click For Tips To Help Get The Most Out Of Your Vaha! Experience Find archived programming from the October (V)AHA! on our Connect From
- [Nov. 2011](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=nov-2011) - Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to
- [December AHA 2021](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=december-aha-2021) - Start Your AHA! Adventure At The New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center The AHA! website will be available for you to look at along with Park staff and volunteers ready to answer any questions you may have. The Visitor Center (33 William St) is open 10am-8pm on AHA! AHA! Happens Rain Or ShineBe sure to
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- [large-posts](https://ahanewbedford.org/?elementor_library=large-posts) - Jazz with the Buttonwood Brass Band Enjoy some speakeasy jazz from the Buttonwood Brass Band, on every AHA! Night at the New Bedford Harbor Hotel. Join Us! After the Silence: A Community Gathering on Fatherhood, Protection & Belonging A community gathering for fathers, men, families, and neighbors to come together around care, responsibility, and connection. Through shared food,
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