New Bedford Abolition: The Story of Nathan and Polly Johnson
By Richie Oliver In 1838, Frederick Douglass escaped slavery for the second time. For a brief time in his journey to freedom, Douglass was housed by Nathan and Mary “Polly” Johnson, right in the heart of New Bedford. Born Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey, he would...
In the Footsteps of Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass escaped slavery by train, landing in New York City in September of 1838. After only a few short weeks, he departed for New Bedford, where he would find his first home as a free man and his powerful voice as an orator and activist. Come see where...
New Bedford Spotlight: Brewer Scott Brunelle
Scott Brunelle is “brewing history” at Moby Dick Brewing Company.
What is Massachusetts 250?
Massachusetts 250 is a statewide initiative led by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism.