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New Bedford Whaling National Historical ParkA panoramic view of historic buildings, cobblestone streets, and New Bedford's waterfront
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New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park
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This National Historic Landmark was built for whaling merchant William Rotch Jr. in 1834.  

Did You Know?
The Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum is the only whaling mansion on its original grounds and open to the public in New England.

Last Updated: May 25, 2009 at 12:29 EST