New Bedford Historical Society in New Bedford, Massachusetts

This historical society preserves and provides access to local historical records, photographs, and artifacts that document the community's past. New Bedford Historical Society is located at 21 7th Street, New Bedford, MA. Researchers should contact the society in advance to schedule a visit, discuss their topic, and confirm whether the specific records they need are available in the on-site collection.

About New Bedford Historical Society

The New Bedford Historical Society, located in New Bedford, MA, is a local organization dedicated to studying and preserving the history of New Bedford. The Historical Society fosters an appreciation of the past, with an emphasis on local history. In addition to collecting and preserving historical artifacts, photographs, and personal stories, the Historical Society conducts research into local Bristol County families and businesses, which they present to the public through exhibits. The Historical Society also provides public historical records.

• Genealogical research assistance and accessing family history records
• Historical archive hours, research appointments, and collection access
• Donating documents, photographs, or artifacts to the historical collection
• Historic property preservation assistance and landmark designation inquiries