Living History: 1850's Ladies in the Garden

Step into the 1850s and experience daily life in New Bedford through living history interactions with the 1850’s Ladies in the Garden. Explore clothing, customs, household activities, social life, and the changing world of a growing maritime city connected to trade and industry. Learn how women contributed to family life, community life, and the experiences that shaped nineteenth-century New Bedford.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Located at 33 William Street in downtown New Bedford, Massachusetts, the Visitor Center is situated within the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. The building is accessible from William Street, with stairs at the front entrance and an accessible ramp located on the right side of the building through the Visitor Center garden. Cobblestone streets and sidewalks surround the area.

Schedule

Drop in and enjoy a living history experience from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Arrive anytime during the program and stay as long as you’d like.

Event Type

• Living History
• Talk