Permits

Special Use Permit Updates Starting June 01, 2021

As of June 1, 2021 New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park is accepting applications for Special Use Permits for the Visitor Center Garden on William Street only. Please email the park’s Special Park Use Coordinator at e-mail us if you have further questions.

 

 

A Special Use Permit allows a short-term activity to take place in a park area. Events of this type require some degree of management from the National Park Service in order to protect park resources and the public interest. The National Park Service may permit a special park use, provided the activity aligns with the national park’s resources and purpose for which the park was established and will not interfere with park operations nor visitor experience.

 

Special Use Permit

 

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Things to Know

• The park's designated first amendment site is the Visitor Center garden located at 33 William Street, New Bedford, MA.

• Special use permits are granted at the discretion of the superintendent.

• A Permit is not valid until signed by the Superintendent and issued to the applicant. Applications must be received at least 30 days in advance of the event. After review, if approved, a special permit will be granted to the applicant.

• Permit applications for non-first amendment activities require a $75.00 fee at the time they are submitted. The SPU Coordinator will contact you regarding payment. Please DO NOT email any credit card information.