Things To Do in Fairhaven, Massachusetts

Swimming, Lifeguards on duty. Parking Sticker required-available at the beach or at the DPW building on Arsene Street. Fort Phoenix State Beach & Reservation Swimming, Lifeguards on duty, picnicking, tennis courts, showers, snack ... More on GoingToTheBeach.com

One of the smaller parks in Massachusetts, Fort Phoenix State Reservation combines historic features, scenic views and a variety of recreational facilities. Minutes from downtown New Bedford, the p... More on mass.gov

Minutes from New Bedford; a historical battle site and scenic views create the perfect summer spot. More on RIMonthly

Though not a ‘museum' in the strict sense of the word, the Seamen's Bethel is living history and much more.... More on uptake_content

Truly magnificent. I was very impressed with it on my visit. More on Yahoo! Travel

'Effie M. Morrissey' (now 'Ernestina') was a schooner skippered by Robert Bartlett that made many scientific expeditions to the Arctic, sponsored by American museums, the Explorers Club and the National Geographic Society. It also ... More on Wikipedia

New Bedford never was an official lightship station, but in 1975 the city gained control of LV 114, brought the ship to its waterfront, and painted NEW BEDFORD in bright white letters on its sides.... More on LighthouseFriends.com

If you are a fan of Herman Melville's Moby Dick , it is definitely worth stopping at the Seamen's Bethel and the New Bedford ... More on LighthouseFriends.com

This 53-foot tall caisson lighthouse was built to replace the square lighthouse erected on Clark's Point in 1804. It is located in the New Bedford Channel at the entrance to New Bedford Harbor. Unlike other lighthouses built in the ... More on Cyberlights.com

The historic district features several fine examples of Greek Revival architecture, restored buildings, restaurants, shops, and businesses. Within the historic district are the Whaling Museum, Seamen's Bethel, ... More on Rixsan.com

As residents of the nation's whaling capital in the mid-1800s, New Bedford ship owners and sea captains vigorously petitioned for the construction of a light to mark their harbor. Originally a March 3, 1837 act of Congress approved ... More on LighthouseFriends.com

Come stroll down cobblestone streets, visit the world's largest whaling museum, tour a whaling merchant's home and whaleman's chapel, and walk a 19th century schooner's decks. New Bedford Whaling N... More on Heritage

New Bedford was a whaling port and “the richest city in the world.” for a while. Spend time exploring cobblestone streets, see the world’s largest whaling museum, a whaling merchant’s home and whal... More on TripAdvisor