New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center

Located in America’s most valuable fishing port, New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving and presenting the story of the fishing industry past, present & future through exhibits, programs, & archives. FHC features a replica working deck, scallop dredge, galley table, bunks, historic and contemporary images & footage, and more than sixty audio clips sharing the many voices of the fishing community. Outside of our exhibits, the Fishing Heritage Center is much more than a museum — we're your expert guides to the famous Port of New Bedford. Walk the Working Waterfront: Experience New Bedford's iconic & historic working waterfront, led by seasoned insiders with deep roots in the fishing community: Dockside Vessel Tours: visit a working vessel, talk with crew, see how the gear operates, and get a sense of shipboard life. Boat-to-Table Presentations: hear from a commercial fisherman & FHC experts about the local seafood industry and all its inner workings.