Upcoming Programs
LIFELONG LEARNING: Short-course in the History of Photography, 1839-1900
March 9, 2026 - April 27, 2026
Discover photography’s impact in this unique course combining six virtual sessions with a hands-on workshop at the Museum. Learn from experts using the vast NBWM photography collection to explore how the medium transformed the world.
Hear from author Erin Pauwels about her new book on leading NYC studio photographer Napoleon Sarony, offered in conjunction with “Look Pleasant, Please,” NBWM’s newest exhibition on 19th-century portrait photography.
Celebrate Our Shared Planet during school vacation week! Enjoy themed crafts, hands-on activities, storytime, the inflatable whale, and squid dissections.
Watch this intimate, visually stunning documentary on the dramatic lives of right whales across the globe, followed by a panel of the film’s producers and NBWM science curator.
Tickets
Online ticketing is now our primary method of selling admission. Discounted admission tickets can only be purchased onsite.
| Museum & 3D Movie | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | $28 |
| Seniors (65+) | $26 |
| Youth | $18 |
| Museum Members | $4 |
| Museum Only | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | $24 |
| Senior (65+) | $22 |
| Youth | $14 |
| Museum Members | FREE |
Hours
Open: Mon–Sun, 9am–5pm.
Become a Member
Members enjoy free admission year-round and many other benefits. Before you purchase your admission ticket, CONSIDER BECOMING A MEMBER!
Extend Your Admission
Bundle your visit to the New Bedford Whaling Museum with admission to either the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum or the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center to save at both attractions. Buy or learn more at our Admission Desk.
Guides
Plan your visit using the Museum's Visitors Guide (also available in Chinese, French, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish).
Download the Bloomberg Connects app for our gallery guide including audio, images, video, and an interactive map.
Exhibitions
Museum Store
Online ticketing is now our primary method of selling admission.
Adventures at sea, science, history, art, cookbooks, kids' books, and more — the Museum store has something for all the book lovers on your list.
Choose from prints available at 1000 Museums, or request prints of artworks in our collection.
Shop all of our gifts. The Museum store has hundreds of items available, you're sure to find the perfect gift for that special someone on your list!
