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TALK: Women on Whaleships

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park · Massachusetts

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Next time

Thursday, Oct 22 · 6:00 PM

Local time at the park

About this program

Have you always known whaleships to be exclusively for men ?  Join in with one of our volunteers as she shares journals and historical records supporting that women assisted with navigation, served in medical roles, and built relationships with whaling families around the world.

Where to meet
The talk is at the visitor center Makerspace, second floor. The main entrance is located at the top of the front steps on William Street. An accessible ramp entrance is available on the right side of the building through the Visitor Center Garden.
Good to know
The talk begins promptly at 6 pm. Please arrive a few minutes early to meet the speaker

From the National Park Service.

Upcoming dates

  • Thursday, Oct 226:00 PM

Schedule from the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.

At the park that day

Sunset

5:53 PM

Thursday

No closures or road changes reported within 20 miles in the last week.

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