New Bedford Whaling Museum

The Second Half: Fall Lecture Series 2016

The Whaling Museum, in partnership with The Second Half: Lifelong Learning Institute, presents a daytime lecture series around the topic of islands.
Thursdays: September 15 – October 20, 2:30 – 4 pm
Cook Memorial Theater Museum
Members: $15 per lecture, Non-members: $20 per lecture

September 29 The Bahamas and Caribbean – Life on Board

Whaling History Conference Stories of the Whale: From New England to the Alaskan Arctic– September 26, 27 & 28 Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard and New Bedford – three days at three locations
In 19th century Alaska and the Arctic, Yankee and Inupiat whaling traditions coalesced, as whalers shared technology, traditions and local knowledge. This conference commemorates the whaling heritage that shaped communities and traditions along the coasts of western and northern Alaska. New Bedford component is free to Members; $25 for Non-members.

Herman Melville’s Life & Legacy
September 28 Celebrating Melville: Writer for the World at The Woodlawn Cemetery
September 29 Herman Melville’s Afterlife: Revival & Revision at the Whaling Museum
September 28 marks the 125th anniversary of this literary icon’s passing. To celebrate his life and legacy, the New Bedford Whaling Museum, The Melville Society and The Woodlawn Cemetery, Melville’s final resting place, present two free events this fall.