September 27, 2014 | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
New Bedford Waterfront
52 Fisherman's Wharf, New Bedford, MA 02740 United States

Additional Information

Now in its eleventh year, the Working Waterfront Festival is an award-winning, family-friendly event that celebrates the history and culture of New England's commercial fishing industry and features live music, children's activities, cooking demonstrations, vessel and harbor tours, fisherman's contests, author readings, film screenings, local seafood, a festival bookstore, maritime artisans and more. This year, the spotlight is on the historic and contemporary role of fishing families, both on shore and at sea. Programming will highlight the skills, knowledge, and traditions which are passed from one generation to the next. You will discover what it means to grow up in a fishing family; consider the important support role family members play; and pay tribute to the many family businesses which are part of the industry.

Date and Time

The Working Waterfront Festival will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27 between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and on Sunday, Sept. 28 between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Venue

This fantastic family event will be held on the New Bedford Waterfront near the harbor Development Commission located at 52 Fisherman's Wharf, New Bedford, Mass., 02740.

Admission

This event free to attend and presents all that goes into bringing seafood from the ocean to the table in a way that is hands-on, educational and fun.

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