In the Footsteps of Frederick Douglass

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’s U.S. Custom House

New Bedford’s U.S. Custom House

New Bedford’s U.S. Custom House was designed by Robert Mills, the first internationally recognized architect born and trained in the United States.* Situated within the Whaling National Historical Park and Seaport Cultural District, the U.S. Custom House is a common...