New Bedford’s Seamen’s Bethel to Host Herman Melville Statue
A statue of Herman Melville will grace New Bedford's Seamen's Bethel, and 41 artists have applied to help design the historic statue.
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Moby Dick Trail Guided Visitors to New Bedford and Fairhaven
The now-defunct Moby Dick Trail was once a popular tourist attraction, with 19 trail stops in New Bedford and 12 in Fairhaven.
New Bedford Melville Mansion Is Hitting the Market
The Whalehouse, a historic New Bedford home where Herman Melville's sister once lived, is going up for sale.
City of New Bedford Announces Plans for Herman Melville Statue
The City of New Bedford is taking the first steps in creating a statue of Herman Melville, former city resident and author of the iconic novel 'Moby-Dick.'
Real-Life Whale That Inspired "Moby-Dick" Also Has a Funny Name
Did you know that Herman Melville's 'Moby-Dick' was partially inspired by a real-life giant white whale with a similar-sounding name?
The Real Story Behind New Bedford’s Seaman’s Bethel Pulpit
Hollywood played a role in designing the interior of New Bedford's famed Seamen's Bethel.
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Moby’s at the Melville Starts July 3 [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The New Bedford event will start on July 3 and end on August 1, Herman Melville's birthday.