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Past Programs 2012

The Ellis Antique Show
The Ellis Antique Show

New Bedford Whaling Museum at the Ellis Antique Show in Boston, including a presentation by President James Russell.

Samuel D. Rusitzky Lecture
Samuel D. Rusitzky Lecture

Author Eric Jay Dolin discusses his latest book When America First Met China, an examination of China's introduction to early America.

New Bedford Glass Symposium

September 13-15, 2012. A splendid weekend of presentations, fine food, and activities.

Scrimshaw Weekend 2012

The annual Scrimshaw Weekend, held at the Whaling Museum since 1989, is the world's only regular forum for scrimshaw enthusiasts.

Speakers' Series

Programs revolving around our signature lectures series: Old Dartmouth Lyceum, Man and Whales, and the Sailors' Series.

Moby-Dick: The Marathon 2012
Moby-Dick: The Marathon 2012

The Museum's 16th annual Moby-Dick Marathon celebrated the 160th anniversary of Herman Melville's literary masterpiece.

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