Your Harbor View is Waiting
At the New Bedford Whaling Museum
Nestled among historic homes and cobblestone streets in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the Whaling Museum offers a distinctive venue for any special occasion. You and your guests will enjoy a spectacular waterfront view, stunning works of art, unique collections, and the wow factor of having the world's largest ship model at the center of your party!
Unique Spaces for Memorable Occasions
Harbor View Gallery
Ideal for seated dinners, cocktail parties, business functions and more. Â
Featuring:
- A stunning view of harbor
- Private terrace
- Dimmable bistro lights
- Hardwood floor
- Air-conditioned
- A/V equipped
- Ceiling-mounted projector
- Accessible
Bourne Building, Home of the Lagoda
Delight your guests with a magnificent showpiece at its center - the largest ship model in the world!
Features
- Unique photo opportunities on the half-scale whaling ship model
- Surrounded by priceless collections & works of art
- Two-story domed ceiling
- Hardwood floor
- Air-conditioned
Cook Memorial Theater
Leave the tech to us! This flexible space features a state-of-the-art media center and comfortable stadium style seating.
Features
- State-of-art projector
- Sophisticated sound system with wireless microphones
- Confidence monitor
- Retractable projection screen
- Stadium style seating for 220 people
- Adjustable lighting options
- Air-conditioned
Ready to book now or need more information?
Give us a call or submit email below.
Beatriz Oliveira, Associate Director of Special Events at (508) 717-6846 or
Andrew Iarocci, Manager of Special Events at (508) 717-6883
Venue Rental
To rent Museum space, you must first become a Member of the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Museum Membership has many benefits. Hosting your special occasions at the Museum is just one of them! Events at the New Bedford Whaling Museum are catered by a select number of vendors that have been pre-approved to provide services at the Museum. Options are individually made available to renters based on several factors, including the type of event to be hosted, the number of guests anticipated, and the number of function spaces to be utilized.
