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SUMMARY:Forging Independence | Building a Nation
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution\, NBWM will open a new suite of conjoined galleries in that explore stories of independence\, struggle\, and citizenship in the region during the late colonial and early Republican period (1760-1830). \nForging Independence | Building a Nation introduces connections between historical events and pressing issues of today\, asking visitors to consider what ideas are embodied in the terms and ideas of Independence and Nationhood. Words like patriotism\, freedom\, taxation\, citizenship\, liberty\, equality\, justice\, tolerance\, and independence serve as keystones within the installation to encourage thoughtful engagement with concepts that transcend the past and directly connect with our present. Associations forged between objects\, concepts\, and individuals broach insightful civic-minded questions about what it means to be “American.” What did colonial citizens think America should or would be\, and how do we today continue to ask those questions and shape that outcome today?
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/forging-independence-building-a-nation/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Visionary Voices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260319T194026Z
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SUMMARY:Resistance: Cultural and Political Narratives in Mexican Art
DESCRIPTION:The exhibition features works by contemporary Mexican artists whose practices primarily engage questions of freedom of expression\, history\, and social justice and serve as public channels of dissent. Through sculpture\, installation\, performance-based documentation\, textiles\, and printmaking\, the exhibition considers how artists reflect on Indigenous knowledge\, collective memory\, and contemporary social contexts. \nThe exhibition includes work by Jacobo and María Ángeles\, master Oaxacan wood carvers\, best known for their sculptural interpretations of tonas and nahuales—vivid\, fantastical wooden sculptures that blend imagination\, folklore\, and cultural symbolism\, drawing on Zapotec cosmologies. Their works stand as both cultural continuity and political assertion in the face of erasure. \nThe exhibition also features work by Adela Goldbard\, whose practice centers on collective memory\, power\, and the ways history is constructed\, erased\, or ritualized—often through acts that are both symbolic and materially destructive—and prints\nby Mario Guzmán\, who utilizes graphic art as a tool for social engagement with a strong emphasis on community\,\nlabor\, and political struggle\, alongside members of Subterráneos\, a collective he leads in Oaxaca\, rooted in socially engaged printmaking traditions that address political and community-based concerns. \nRenata Cassiano Alvarez presents sculptures from her ongoing series Siempre Voy a Volver (“I Will Always Return”)\, alongside related works that reflect on memory\, migration\, and the emotional pull of home. Using intimate materials and hand-built processes\, Alvarez creates sculptural forms marked by touch\, wear\, and repetition. The works suggest bodies\, vessels\, and domestic gestures without resolving into literal representation\, allowing absence and longing to remain central to their meaning. \nResistencia: Narrativas Políticas y Culturales en el Arte Mexicano\n12 de Marzo – 31 de Mayo\, 2026 \nLa exposición presenta obras de artistas mexicanos contemporáneos cuyos prácticas encargan preguntas de la libertad de expresión\, la historia\, y la justicia social y sirven como fuentes públicas de disconformidad. A través de la escultura\, la instalación\, la documentación representada en vivo\, los tejidos\, e impresión\, la exposición considera cómo los artistas reflexionan sobre el conocimiento indígena\, memoria colectiva\, y contextos sociales. \nLa exposición incluye obras de Jacobo y María Ángeles\, tallistas maestros oaxaqueños\, mejor conocidos por sus interpretaciones esculturales de tonas y nahuales—vívidas\, esculturas de madera fantásticas que se funden la imaginación\, lo folklórico\, y el simbolismo cultural\, extrayendo de cosmologías zapotecas. Sus obras salen ambos como continuidad cultural y afirmación contra la desaparición. \nLa exposición también presenta obras de Adela Goldbard\, cuya práctica se centra en la memoria colectiva\, el poder\, y las maneras en que la historia sea construida\, borrada\, ritualizada—a menudo por actos tanto simbólicos como materialmente destructivos—e impresiones por Mario Guzmán\, quien utiliza el arte gráfico como herramienta de compromiso social con un fuerte énfasis en comunidad\, labor\, y la lucha política\, junto a miembros de Subterráneos\, un colectivo que guía en Oaxaca\, enraizado en las tradiciones comprometidas-sociales de la impresión que tratan de problemas comunitarios. \nRenata Cassiano Alvarez expone esculturas de su serie en curso Siempre Voy a Volver\, juntas con obras relacionadas que se reflexionan en la memoria\, migración\, y el tiro emocional del hogar. Utilizando materiales íntimos y procesos hechos a mano\, Alvarez genera formas esculturales marcadas por el toque\, el uso\, y la repetición. Las obras sugieren a cuerpos\, vasijas\, y gestos domésticos sin resolver en representación literal\, permitiendo que la ausencia y el anhelo permanezcan central de la significación.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/resistance-cultural-and-political-narratives-in-mexican-art/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Exhibitions,Visionary Voices,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T233000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260406T164213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164213Z
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SUMMARY:2026 South Coast Snackdown: Pasteis de Nata
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, it’s time to find out what bakery can claim Nata Fame and be crowned as the maker of the best Pasteis de Nata in the land (well\, the South Coast.) \nHow to participate: 1. Eat natas at as many bakeries as you can. 2. Vote for your favorite online \nShow Me Your Natas! Social Challenge\nSnap a photo of your natas as you eat your way across the South Coast and share it on Instagram or Facebook. Tag @nbfoodtours with #SouthCoastSnackdown to enter to win a $50 gift card to your favorite local spot. Each post gets you another entry. \nA map of participating bakeries will be available at www.nbfoodtours.com/snackdown. Pastry lovers are encouraged to visit as many of the 20 bakeries as they can during the 30-day window and vote for their favorite nata. \nThe Snackdown is free to participate in\, aside from the cost of pastries. Consumers can vote for any participating bakery across the SouthCoast\, including Acushnet\, Berkley\, Dartmouth\, Fairhaven\, Fall River\, Freetown\, Marion\, Mattapoisett\, New Bedford\, Rochester\, Somerset\, Swansea\, Wareham\, and Westport. Voting opens at 12:01 AM on April 15 and closes at 11:59 PM on May 15 at nbfoodtours.com/snackdown.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/2026-south-coast-snackdown-pasteis-de-nata/
LOCATION:Multiple
CATEGORIES:Free,Seasons in the Seaport
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260327T170400Z
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SUMMARY:Call For Art: Queer Futures
DESCRIPTION:Gallery X invites artists to submit works in all media to Queer Futures\, a Pride Month exhibition about our community’s dreams for the future. We welcome visions of utopia\, the fall of empire\, queer sci-fi\, solarpunk\, works inspired by Afro- and Indigenous Futurism\, or visualizations of personal hopes and dreams. Broad interpretations of the theme are welcome. You don’t have to be LGBTQIA+ to submit\, although queer and/or BIPOC artists are highly encouraged to show their work! Thanks to the New Bedford Cultural Council\, submissions are free. \nThis exhibition is open to submissions from all artists working in any medium\, work may be submitted during Gallery hours or by appointment beginning May 6. The deadline for submissions is Sunday\, May 17. When submissions are brought to Gallery X the artist will fill out a submission slip with basic contact and labeling information. \nWe are also seeking queer local artists to contribute to a special installation\, the Queer Futures time capsule\, a vessel full of artifacts\, objects\, and messages from our imagined queer descendants 500 years in the future. If you are interested in being part of that project\, please e-mail the curator at beatrice.g.alder@gmail.com for more details. \nSubmission Guidelines and Info (For additional information please visit: https://www.galleryx.org/cfa-queer-futures/)\nThis is a non-juried show\, all artists and media are welcome.\n• Submission Fees: FREE! Thanks to grant support the submission fee has been waived for all artists.\n• All forms of media are accepted; paintings\, photography\, sculpture\, ceramics\, jewelry\, etc.\n• All work for wall display must be ready to hang and include proper hanging attachments (wire\, sawtooth hanger\, etc.). Pedestals are available for sculptures\, three dimensional work\, or jewelry.\n• Individual works from one artist may not all hang together\, if your submissions are part of a series or diptych/triptych please make note of this when submitting.\n• Sale of submitted work is optional. Gallery X handles all sales and retains a 35% commission on any sale made by non-members. Members are subject to 25% commission on works sold. No POR.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/call-for-art-queer-futures/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, Inc\, 169 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T160000
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
UID:10012525-1778407200-1778688000@explorenewbedford.org
SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T153000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260218T153842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153842Z
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SUMMARY:LIFELONG LEARNING: Short-course in the History of Photography\, 1839-1900
DESCRIPTION:Co-Led by Naomi Slipp\, Douglas and Cynthia Crocker Endowed Chair for the Chief Curator & Director of Museum Learning; Marina Dawn Wells\, Assistant Curator of History & Culture\nThis unique virtual course combines six weekly 80-minute sessions of lecture and discussion\, with a culminating hands-on workshop at the Museum. Learn what photography is and how it transformed the world directly from experts in the field using the vast resources of the NBWM photography collection as your study materials. \nEveryone walks around today with a camera in our pocket. But that was not always the case. Our world is saturated with photographic images – from magazine covers and Facebook feeds to Instagram and billboards–but have you ever stopped to wonder how these images work\, what they are trying to say to you\, or what histories they may connect with? This course introduces life-long learners to the history of photography\, from the invention of the medium in 1839 to the birth of Kodak and snapshot photography in 1900. Photographs will be studied as art objects and historical artifacts. Themes include technological innovations; debates between art photography\, commercial photography\, and documentary photography; government and private patronage; individual or collective endeavors; original and published prints; urban and landscape views; and the emergence of amateur photography as a practice. Join us to learn what photography is and how it has documented our world and experiences\, from its invention in 1839 through 1900. \nSchedule\nMarch 9 – Photography’s origins\, 1839 \nMarch 16 – Competing technologies \nMarch 23 – Wet-Plate photography \nMarch 30 – World events: photography as documentary \nApril 6 – Art vs Industry: photography as medium \nApril 13 – Kodak and the introduction of Snapshot photography \nApril 27– In-person workshop at NBWM / curator-led tour of “Look Pleasant Please”
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/lifelong-learning-short-course-in-the-history-of-photography-1839-1900/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260504T153751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T153751Z
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SUMMARY:Mahjong Mondays at Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar for a relaxed and engaging introduction to Mahjong—one of the world’s most beloved social games. \nWhether you’re completely new or just looking to refresh your skills\, this beginner-friendly class will guide you through the basics\, from tiles and gameplay to strategy and flow. \nLed in a fun\, supportive setting\, you’ll learn how to play while enjoying your first glass of wine or beer. It’s the perfect way to gather\, sip\, and try something new—no experience required\, just bring your curiosity. \nCarolyn is a mahjong player and teacher based in Jamaica Plain\, MA. She’s been playing since she was a teenager\, when a friend’s mom taught her how to play. She teaches both American and Chinese mahjong. \nYou’ll be learning all of the basics of American Mahjong…tiles\, how to read the card\, dealing\, the Charleston\, etc… Once we go through the basics\, we’ll play a game! \n$65 Includes class instruction + a glass of wine or beer
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/mahjong-mondays-at-coastal-bubbles-wine-bar/
LOCATION:Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar\, 1 Johnny Cake Hill\, Unit 4\, New Bedford\, M\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Educational,Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260505T140918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T140918Z
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SUMMARY:“The Petal Pusher” Screening
DESCRIPTION:“The Petal Pusher” is an ode to New York City’s Penn Station\, the busiest and perhaps dingiest transit hub in North America. It’s told through the prism of what was one of the longest-running small businesses there: The Petal Pusher. It was a flower shop\, with several strategically located kiosks\, that served the daily crush of commuters\, especially on Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day. The film is a reflection on the economics of love (and desperation)\, and it’s a testament to a bygone era — before recent construction transformed the station into a kind of mall filled with chain stores. At its heart\, this is a story about love\, loss\, and family. The director’s parents opened The Petal Pusher in the 1970s and ran it for decades\, until the station’s renovation forced the business to close. \nThe 15-minute film will be followed by a panel discussion with Filmmakers David Abel and Mark Chesak\, moderated by a special guest\, with audience Q&A. After the program in the Cook Memorial Theater\, join the filmmakers in the Jacobs Family Gallery for continued casual conversation and a brief cocktail reception with lite bites and a cash bar. \nGuests will also have the opportunity to purchase fresh cut flower bouquets from a local small business during the event.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/the-petal-pusher-screening/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Entertainment,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260319T185231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T185231Z
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SUMMARY:Hand Building with Clay: Beyond the Wheel
DESCRIPTION:This four-week hand building ceramics class is designed as a perfect companion to wheel throwing and an excellent alternative for those looking to explore a completely different side of working with clay. \nWhile wheel throwing is more streamlined and technical\, hand building is slower\, more organic\, and highly expressive. In this class\, students will work entirely without the wheel\, learning a whole new set of skills that emphasize form\, texture\, surface design\, and sculptural freedom. \nParticipants will create functional items such as mugs and plates\, while also exploring molds and hand-sculpted forms that cannot be made on the wheel. Hand building allows for more detailed surfaces\, decorative elements\, and experimental shapes\, making it ideal for artists who enjoy a more tactile\, flexible\, and creative process. \nThis class is especially well suited for beginners\, as hand building offers an approachable entry point into ceramics. It is also a great next step for wheel throwers who want to expand their skill set and gain a deeper understanding of clay as a material. \nClass Dates: Tuesdays\, April 21 & 28\, and May 5 & 12 \nAll necessary materials are provided for this hands-on experience.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/hand-building-with-clay-beyond-the-wheel-2/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260116T185632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T185632Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Artists Share!
DESCRIPTION:Get feedback on your work and meet local creatives at this Monthly Artists Share! group\, facilitated by Midori Creativity.\nArtists Share! is a place to share your creative work\, get support and feedback\, and be part of a wonderful discussion. Hosted by Midori Creativity\, we’re all about cross-pollination welcoming painters\, jewelry makers\, fiber artists\, photographers\, musicians\, scultptors and more. Our exhibit\, Creative Catalysts\, celebrates the interplay and creative exploration that happens when artists of different genres work together. \nAnyone is welcome and we take turns sharing. Sometimes we are looking at a body of work and other times we are talking about creative identity. The group meets every month\, aiming to help each other progress and grow in our work by sharing and exploring together. It’s a chance to learn from people whose work may be different from your own but who have insights you could never imagine. We laugh\, share ideas\, and have fun! \nParticipants can also attend via Zoom. Learn more about the program at midoricreativity.com/artistsshare \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the New Bedford Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/monthly-artists-share-2/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, 169 William Street\, 02740\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Poetry,Visual Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T233000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20251107T145409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T145409Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub hosts open mic every Tuesday at 8pm.\nMusicians and poets welcome!\nHosted on the pub side.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/open-mic/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub\, 791 Purchase st\, New Bedford\, M\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260319T184822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T184822Z
UID:10012372-1778693400-1778704200@explorenewbedford.org
SUMMARY:Ink & Identity: A Collaborative Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This four-week workshop offers a rare and unique opportunity to study printmaking with master printmaker and retired Professor of Fine Arts Adrian Tió\, an artist with over 50 years of professional experience and work held in major collections including the Andy Warhol Foundation and the White House. \nInspired by the exhibition RESISTANCE: Cultural and Political Narratives in Mexican Art\, participants will explore how artists use printmaking to express identity\, memory\, and social commentary. Students will develop their own designs\, carve linoleum blocks\, and create prints that come together in a final collaborative composition. \nDesigned for both beginners and artists looking to deepen their practice\, this workshop invites participants to learn professional techniques while working alongside a highly accomplished artist and drawing inspiration from the museum galleries. No prior printmaking experience is required.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/ink-identity-a-collaborative-printmaking-workshop/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Visual Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260507T142024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T142024Z
UID:10012931-1778697000-1778700600@explorenewbedford.org
SUMMARY:Local Author Presentation with Walter James Sylvia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of readings and discussion from Walter James Sylvia’s “Noumena”. \nNOUMENA blends memoir\, fiction\, and philosophical discourse. self-destruction and spiritual rebirth. Its nonlinear structure and surreal elements give it a dreamlike quality.\nThe prose has a lyrical\, almost meditative quality that is immersive\, that\, profoundly engages with identity\, addiction\, and transcendence. The writing paints strong mental pictures\, drawing the reader into its surreal landscape\, and just may become a polished mirror for one to see themselves. \nBooks are available for purchase from the author at this event. Books are also available through the publisher and online retailers: https://outskirtspress.com/noumena \nWalter James Sylvia is a lifelong resident of the city of New Bedford\, Massachusetts. He was a singer/songwriter for 30 years. He was the first born of working-class parents\, James and Claire Sylvia. He followed suit and worked for the city of New Bedford as well as in manufacturing factories. Close to his sister Laura and his brother John\, both of New Bedford. Today he advocates for the homeless when he can\, and facilitates two recovery based groups locally.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/local-author-presentation-with-walter-james-sylvia/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, 613 Pleasant St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Educational,Free,Poetry
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T220000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260430T190032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T190100Z
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SUMMARY:AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Each May is National Preservation Month\, and it gives us the opportunity to spotlight the vibrant art\, history\, architecture\, and stories that make New Bedford the unique city it is today. Join us for the celebration on Thursday\, May 14th\, for AHA! Night: Preservation Celebration.\nOn this special day\, the Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson House will be open from 6 – 7:30 PM with docent-led tours highlighting the history of the house and its inhabitants. \nThis house stands as a quiet but powerful reminder that preservation is not just about saving a building—it’s about safeguarding the stories that shaped our nation. As the first free home of Frederick Douglass and his wife Anna and the home of Black abolitionists Nathan and Mary (Polly) Johnson\, the house holds deep meaning as a place of refuge\, courage\, and new beginnings. Many thanks to the New Bedford Historical Society for making this possible during May’s AHA! Night. \nAlso happening on AHA! Night will be self-guided walking tours\, art exhibits\, artist talks\, free admission to downtown museums\, live music\, and so much more. May’s AHA! Night is also part of ArtWeek SouthCoast\, an annual festival celebrating creativity in our communities.\nSave the date and explore New Bedford’s past\, present\, and future this AHA! Night. \nMore details at ahanewbedford.org/next-aha
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/aha-night-preservation-celebration/
LOCATION:Downtown New Bedford\, Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Entertainment,Exhibitions,Festival,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Poetry,Seasons in the Seaport,Visual Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260505T140623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T140647Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: In History’s Wake
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Fishing Heritage Center to discover our newest exhibit\, In History’s Wake\, which explores the complicated history and legacy of the 1976 Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA). The Act established the 200-mile limit and laid the groundwork for much of the governance and oversight that manages the commercial fishing industry today. An important piece of legislation\, MSA continues to provoke strong reactions on New Bedford’s waterfront. More than a mere examination of the MSA’s legislative history\, this exhibit examines the evolution of the industry and the often-challenging relationship between commercial fishermen\, the state and federal government\, environmentalists\, and scientists. \nLearn more on FHC’s website: https://fishingheritagecenter.org/exhibit-opening-in-historys-wake/
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/exhibit-opening-in-historys-wake/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Visionary Voices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260311T172458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T172458Z
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SUMMARY:Curious Figure 3 - May AHA! Night Reception
DESCRIPTION:Explore Curious Figure 3 during New Bedford’s AHA! Night\, a citywide celebration of arts and culture. \nCurious Figure 3 – AHA! Night Reception \nExperience Curious Figure 3 during New Bedford’s AHA! Night\, a citywide celebration of arts and culture where galleries\, studios\, and creative organizations open their doors for an evening of public programming across downtown. \nThis special reception invites visitors to explore the national juried exhibition of contemporary figurative artists while participating in the vibrant atmosphere that makes AHA! Night a cornerstone of New Bedford’s creative community. As artists\, audiences\, and cultural organizations come together across the city\, the exhibition becomes part of a larger moment dedicated to creativity\, conversation\, and discovery. \nCurious Figure 3 brings together artists from 38 cities across 21 states\, highlighting the enduring power of the human figure in contemporary art while connecting national perspectives with the energy of the South Coast arts scene. \nVisitors are encouraged to experience the exhibition as part of their AHA! Night art walk\, while also discovering the many galleries\, performances\, and cultural events happening throughout downtown New Bedford. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/curious-figure-3-may-aha-night-reception/
LOCATION:Star Store\, 715 Purchase StNew Bedford\, MA\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Educational,Entertainment,Exhibitions,Free,Visionary Voices,Visual Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260206T163054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T163054Z
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SUMMARY:Living The Old House Dream With WHALE
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 14\, 6pm\nLiving The Old House Dream\nWith WHALE\nHistoric homes can be unique\, charming\, beautiful\, and intimidating maintenance and restoration projects. At this talk\, hear from an expert about best practices\, processes\, and resources and gain insight into preserving an older home. Part of Preservation AHA!
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/living-the-old-house-dream-with-whale/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum\, 396 County Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260406T164400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T164400Z
UID:10012482-1778781600-1778788800@explorenewbedford.org
SUMMARY:Old Time Fiddle Session and Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join EPIC Southcoast this month in partnership with AHA! as we gather for our monthly Old Time Fiddle Session and Community Gathering at the historic New Bedford Whaling Museum! \nNo playing experience necessary. Come to play or just listen too! \nThis program is paid for in part by a grant from New Bedford Cultural Council\,a local agency; part of Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency \nCome as you are ; free
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/old-time-fiddle-session-and-community-gathering-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20250507T181206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T142506Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday!\n6:30-8:30pm\n4 rounds to win prizes\nFree to play\nHosted by Good Thomas
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/musical-bingo/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:The Vault Performing Arts Center & Pub\, 791 Purchase st\, New Bedford\, M\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Entertainment,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T220000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260303T141831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T141831Z
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SUMMARY:AHHHhhh - Deep Afro Jazz House Music @ The Speakeasy
DESCRIPTION:As downtown New Bedford comes alive for AHA! Night\, the energy doesn’t fade when the galleries close—it transforms. AHHHhhh: The AHA Night After-Party\, presented by Oversoul Theatre Collective\, Inc. in collaboration with The Zeiterion Theatre\, invites you deeper into the night on March 12 at 8pm inside the intimate Speakeasy at the Zeiterion (684 Purchase St). \nAt its core\, AHHHhhh is more than an after-party—it’s a continuation of the South Coast’s creative pulse\, bridging visual art\, performance\, and underground dance culture into one immersive nightlife experience. Helmed by Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor and The ZYG 808 of WAMPTRONICA\, the evening explores the evolving language of Deep Afro Jazz-infused House music—where rhythm\, soul\, and improvisation meet the dancefloor. Instrumentalists are welcome to jam along with the grooves. \nThe Speakeasy—known for its close\, atmospheric setting—becomes the perfect backdrop for this kind of sonic exploration. Here\, the distance between DJ and audience disappears\, creating the kind of shared musical energy that defines true underground culture. It’s not just about hearing the music—it’s about feeling it\, collectively. \nWAMPTRONICA’s mission has always centered on pushing beyond the boundaries of conventional dance music. Drawing from the roots of House\, Jazz\, Afro rhythms\, and global groove traditions\, their events are curated as journeys—spaces where crate-dug classics\, deep cuts\, and forward-thinking originals coexist. Expect a seamless blend of vintage vinyl textures\, soulful selections\, percussive intensity\, and exclusive remixes that reflect both history and innovation. \nFor those seeking nightlife on the South Coast that goes beyond the typical bar or club experience\, AHHHhhh offers something distinct: a culturally rich\, musically sophisticated environment designed for dancers\, listeners\, and curious minds alike. Whether you identify as a house head\, a groove enthusiast\, or simply someone looking for an intimate\, elevated night out\, this gathering delivers a rare kind of authenticity. \nIn a region where creative community continues to grow\, AHHHhhh stands as both a celebration and a statement—proof that underground dance music culture is not only alive in New Bedford\, but thriving. \nArrive early as space is limited.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/ahhhhhh-deep-afro-jazz-house-music-the-speakeasy/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Speakeasy\, 684 Purchase St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T010000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260312T165220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T165220Z
UID:10011785-1778792400-1778806800@explorenewbedford.org
SUMMARY:Karaoke Nights!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Gallery Bar for karaoke every Thursday and Sunday night from 9PM–1AM.\nGrab the mic\, pick your song\, and spend the night with friends\, good drinks\, and great music. All are welcome!
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/karaoke-nights/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:The Gallery Bar\, 20 Kenyon St\, New Bedford\, M\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,LGBTQ,Music,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20260408T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192649Z
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SUMMARY:Go Fish April Vacation Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (FHC) and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park (NPS) are partnering to offer FREE vacation programming for students and their families during the April Vacation Week\, Tuesday\, April 21 through Friday\, April 24\, from 10:00am until 4:00pm. \nThe Go Fish April Vacation Week Program is designed to teach local youth about the Port of New Bedford from whaling days to the present day fishing industry. The Program will be offered as a series of drop-in activities hosted at both FHC and NPS in downtown New Bedford and will feature daily performances and hands-on activities\, including storytelling\, music\, science demonstrations\, arts and crafts\, and opportunities to meet local fishermen. The program is available for students and their families. The Program is overseen by a certified public-school teacher\, a NPS park ranger\, and two student interns. Prior registration is NOT required! \nActivities will take place at:\nNew Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)\nNew Bedford Whaling Natl. Hist. Park (33 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA 02740)
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/go-fish-april-vacation-program/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafting,Downtown,Educational,Exhibitions,Free,Kids and Family,Music,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20250527T133134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T150454Z
UID:10011205-1778866200-1778877000@explorenewbedford.org
SUMMARY:Figure Drawing Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Drawing from a live model has been an important part of many formal artistic practices since the Renaissance. Our open figure drawing studio is intended to provide artists of all levels a relaxed environment and a dedicated space where they are able to continue the tradition of working from a live nude model. \nSessions are three hours long\, and will start with a series of short gestures and ranging from 5-10 minutes before moving into longer 30 minute poses. Each class typically concludes with an hour long pose. \nThere will be no formal instruction during the class; artists are encouraged to work from the model independently\, in any medium they wish to bring.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/figure-drawing-open-studio-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Visual Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T041751
CREATED:20250527T133055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T150634Z
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SUMMARY:Sketchbook Club
DESCRIPTION:Every Other Friday | 6:00–8:00 PM\nUpcoming: June 13\nTickets: $10 \nWhether you use your sketchbook to creatively brainstorm a work project\, capture daily observations\, imagine a fantasy world\, or just mindfully doodle\, it can be a unique record of your day or your life. Join other sketchers at our informal gathering\, led by local artist and illustrator Isiah Botelho. Each session will kick off with a prompt to inspire discussion and drawing\, and participants will be able to share their work comfortably. Bring your sketchbook and preferred materials; we will have some basic supplies available. No pressure\, no judgment\, no guilt — just community.
URL:https://explorenewbedford.org/event/sketchbook-club-3/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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