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The City’s history is captured in its beautiful architecture. Its place in history is preserved in the National Historic Park, a 13 block area of downtown that interprets the city’s role as a the “Whaling Capital of the World”. The park includes the New Bedford Whaling Museum which is considered to be the world’s foremost museum dedicated to the history of whaling.

A 97 Acre park at the heart of the city, designed by Fredrick Law Olmstead, includes the historic Buttonwood Park Zoo. Several public beaches and parks offer picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Elizabeth Islands. A wide range of cultural activities such as the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament (the largest Portuguese Madeiran feast in the world) and the Summerfest Folk Festival offers opportunities to relax in and enjoy the comforts of the community. The Zeiterion Theatre, an historic performing arts center, is home to the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra. Across the city, cultural and educational events are staged year round.