New Bedford Whaling NHP - New Bedford MA
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nomadwillie
N 41° 38.134 W 070° 55.453
19T E 339731 N 4611103
The City That Lit the World
New Bedford was the mid 19th century’s preeminent whaling port and for a time “the richest city in the world.”
Waymark Code: WM5KN0
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 01/19/2009
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The City That Lit the World
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.
State/States the Park is located...: Massachusetts
Park Designation: Historic Park/Site
Times the Visitors Center (or Park) is Open....: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
Months the Visitors Center/Park is open...: From: 01/01/2009 To: 12/31/2009
Website From the National Parks Service Page of this Waymark...: [Web Link]
Are pictures included?: yes
SECONDARY website.: Not listed
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