Local museums serve as cultural institutions that connect residents to art, history, science, and community heritage through exhibitions, programs, and educational initiatives designed for visitors of all ages. There are 6 Museum locations in New Bedford, Massachusetts.

Residents should check the museum's website for free admission days, membership rates, and upcoming special exhibitions or events — many community museums offer significantly discounted or free admission for local residents on designated days throughout the year.

List of New Bedford City, Massachusetts Museum

Museum Of Madeiran Heritage

View Details Call Now (508) 994-2573

Museum Of Madeiran Heritage

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New Bedford Museum Of Glass

View Details Call Now (508) 984-1666

New Bedford Museum Of Glass

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New Bedford Whaling Museum

View Details Call Now (508) 997-0046

New Bedford Whaling Museum

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Rotch-Jones-Duff House And Garden Museum

View Details Call Now (508) 997-1401

Rotch-Jones-Duff House And Garden Museum

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New Bedford Fire Museum

View Details Call Now (508) 992-2162

New Bedford Fire Museum

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New Bedford Art Museum

View Details Call Now (508) 961-3072

New Bedford Art Museum

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Residents of New Bedford who visit local museums regularly should consider purchasing an annual membership, which typically pays for itself in two to three visits and includes added benefits like guest passes, exhibition previews, and discounts at the museum shop and café.

You may also find Museum locations in nearby cities including Wareham, Fall River, New Bedford.