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Welcome to New Bedford
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Destination New Bedford

Once known as the “City That Lit the World,” New Bedford was the largest exporter of whale oil, the richest city in the country until just after the Civil War, and the inspiration for the famous Melville novel Moby Dick. Today, restaurants, shops, and improved boating amenities make it a wonderful destination.

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NEW BEDFORD AT A GLANCE

GETTING TO NEW BEDFORD:

NOAA Charts: 13232, 13230

The New Bedford Story READ THE STORY When Joe Myerson, a longtime boating writer and Buzzards Bay sailor, suggested that the 2009 Cape Dory Owners Association Rendezvous take place in New Bedford Harbor, some of the members expressed trepidation.

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LISTEN NOW New England offers picturesque boating experiences that include stunning coastline, historic ports and diverse waterways. From Maine’s rugged shores to Connecticut’s tranquil rivers, there is a boating adventure for everyone to enjoy. Learn more about what New England has to offer here.

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