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Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites
185 MacArthur Blvd.
New Bedford, MA 02740
774-634-2000
www.marriott.com
The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott is located on the New Bedford Harbor and within walking distance of all the historic New Bedford attractions. In addition, the hotel is located across the street from the New Bedford State Pier, home of Seastreak Fast Ferry that services the beautiful island of Martha’s Vineyard. This waterfront hotel opened in June of 2010 and features 106 deluxe rooms including 28 suites. The hotel offers an indoor pool & Jacuzzi, fitness center, guest laundry, and business library. All guests are invited to enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast, and complimentary high speed internet access.
Hampton Inn New Bedford/Fairhaven
1 Hampton Way
Fairhaven, MA 02719
508-990-8500
www.newbedfordfairhaven.hamptoninn.com
At Hampton… We Love Having You Here. Fairhaven is the seaside town on Buzzards Bay, right across the harbor from New Bedford, where you'll find a public beach, many historic sites to explore, and more than 50 restaurants and 100 shopping options - from area malls to outlets. Or, you can catch the fast ferry to Martha's Vineyard, just three miles from our front door.
Buttonwood Park Zoo
425 Hawthorn Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 991-6178
www.bpzoo.org
Called "one of the finest small zoos in the country," Buttonwood Park Zoo is a source of quality family-based entertainment that connects people of all ages to the natural world, with animals ranging from mountain lions to elephants. Through conservation and education programs the zoo actively works to conserve nature, both in our backyard and in the wider world.
Ocean Explorium
174 Union street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-994-5400
www.oceanexplorium.org
The Ocean Explorium is home to amazing exhibits like Science on a Sphere®, a variety of marine life, including a Shark and Ray Touch Tank (opening July 2011); hands-on activities and unparalleled customer service. The “OE” offers informal science learning in a family-friendly atmosphere, coupled with affordable admission - and affordable parking!
Whaling City Expeditions
508-984-4979
www.whalingcityexpeditions.com
Whaling City Expeditions provides top-notch harbor tours, private charters, mooring rentals, water taxi and launch, landside destinations and great customer support.
ArtWorks! Partners for the Arts and Community
384 Acushnet Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-984-1588
info@artworksforyou.org
www.artworksforyou.org
ArtWorks! is a vital community arts center and a first-rate gallery in the center of historic New Bedford, committed to new ways of thinking about the role of art in everyone's life. ArtWorks! seeks to inspire imagination and welcome all free of charge. Tuesday-Saturday and AHA Night with unique exhibitions, community workshops and special events. Come learn, create and grow with us.
Crowell’s Fine Art and Custom Framing
382 Acushnet Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-992-5231
www.crowellsfineart.com
Crowell's Fine Art Gallery and Fine Framing offers fine art sales and consulting services, archival custom framing and museum quality restoration. Crowell’s is also a contemporary fine art gallery specializing in the Swain School of painters, providing representation to select mid career artists from the South Coast.
Colo Colo Gallery
24 Center Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-496-4718
www.luisvillanueva.com
This commercial gallery features contemporary art including painting, sculptures and works on paper.
Gallery X
169 William Street
New Bedford MA
508-992-2675
www.galleryx.org
Gallery X is a contemporary, cooperative art gallery of visual, performing and literary artist members and volunteers that is open to the public free of charge. Gallery X is a non-profit organization that promotes cultural outreach through community partnerships, educational programs and monthly exhibits.
Judith Klein Gallery
752 A Purchase Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-965-7396
www.judithkleinart.com
Fine Art and a collection of art work and craft by local and regional artists.
College of Visual and Performing Arts at UMass Dartmouth
College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA)
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth at Star Store
715 Purchase Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-999-9295
cvpainfo@umassd.edu
http://www.umassd.edu/cvpa/
The College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) is a comprehensive arts college with Bachelors and Master’s programs which prepare students for careers in the arts. Located on two campuses–Main Campus in North Dartmouth, and the Star Store in nearby downtown New Bedford--our facilities and equipment are not only a source of pride for our students and faculty but are among the finest in New England. CVPA is comprised of six departments including Art Education, Art History, Artisanry, Fine Arts, Music and Visual Design, where individual attention is emphasized along with an active studio culture to foster peer review, critique and friendship.
New Bedford Art Museum
608 Pleasant St.
New Bedford, MA
508-961-3072
info@newbedfordartmuseum.org
www.newbedfordartmuseum.org
New Bedford Art Museum (NBAM) is a fine arts organization celebrating the rich culture, history and diversity of the South Coast region. NBAM’s goal is to exhibit, educate and engage the community through exciting programs and shows.
New Bedford Whaling Museum
18 Johnny Cake Hill
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-997-0046
www.whalingmuseum.org
The New Bedford Whaling Museum is the world's most comprehensive museum devoted to the global story of whales, whaling, and the cultural history of the region. Occupying a full city block in the heart of New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, the Museum features 20 galleries of art and science exhibits, five whale skeletons, and the half-scale whale ship, Lagoda, largest ship model in the world. Open daily.
Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum
396 County Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-997-1401
www.rjdmuseum.org
Built in 1834 for whaling merchant William Rotch, Jr., this National Landmark Greek Revival mansion is the best example of the “brave houses and flowery gardens” described by Herman Melville in “Moby-Dick.” The period rooms and exhibits in the Museum chronicle the social, economic and political evolution of the city, through the families who lived and worked at the House. Open year-round Mon – Sat 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Sunday noon – 4:00 pm.
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Box 2053
New Bedford, MA 02741
508-999-6276
info@nbsymphony.org
www.nbsymphony.org
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra is a professional orchestra offering a seven-concert subscription series featuring guest artists from around the world. The NBSO also serves over 27,000 children annually through its educational programs.
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
684 Purchase Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-997-5664
www.zeiterion.org
The Zeiterion Theater, the city's performing arts center, offers a full calendar of events and features a broad range of the highest caliber of national and international performing artists and programs set in a meticulously restored Vaudeville era theater.
AHA! New Bedford
The Sundial Building
63 Union St., 2nd Fl
New Bedford, MA 02740
508.996.8253 ext. 205
www.ahanewbedford.org
AHA! (art • history • architecture) Night is a FREE arts & culture event which takes place the 2nd Thursday of every month in Downtown New Bedford. Enjoy:
artisans & exhibits, lectures & films, museums & galleries, performance art, family activities, walking tours, live music, working waterfront, eclectic eateries & boutique shops!
Greater New Bedford Summerfest
July 2-3, 2011
508-496-5484
info@newbedfordsummerfest.com
www.newbedfordsummerfest.com
The 2011 Greater New Bedford Summerfest. Now in its 16th year, this two day family-friendly festival, renowned as one of the best folk music festivals in the north east and highly respected for its juried arts and crafts market, is expected .
Working Waterfront Festival
PO BOX 6553
New Bedford, MA 02742
508-993-8894
info@workingwaterfrontfestival.org
www.workingwaterfrontfestival.org
An award winning, family friendly event celebrating the history and culture of New England's commercial fishing industry featuring live music, children’s activities, cooking demonstrations, vessel and harbor tours, fisherman’s contests, author readings, film screenings, local seafood, festival bookstore, maritime artisans marketplace & more. The FREE festival presents all that goes into bringing seafood from the ocean to the table in a way that is hands-on, educational and fun.
New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce
794 Purchase Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
508-999-5231
info@newbedfordchamber.com
www.newbedfordchamber.com
The New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce is a progressive organization that participates in initiatives that positively impact business members and the quality of life in the SouthCoast region. Initiatives include education, economic development, trade shows and legislative affairs.
New Bedford Harbor Development Commission
508-961-3000
http://www.ci.new-bedford.ma.us/PortofNewBedford/PortIndex.html
The Port of New Bedford is a deep-water port with depths of 30 feet and features a hurricane that makes the harbor is one of the safest havens on the eastern seaboard. Services and amenities include: 8 marinas with state-of-the art services, transient dockage and moorings, launch service to New Bedford waterfront available, pump out facilities, shower, laundry and conference room facilities, dock side water and electricity available, and security 24 hours a day.
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