Industrial & heritage museums in New Bedford

The Ernestina-Morrissey, formerly known as the Effie M. Morrissey, is a schooner with a rich history of scientific expeditions in the Arctic. These expeditions were sponsored by renowned institutions such as American museums, The Explorers Club, and the National Geographic Society. This makes the ship a significant piece of maritime history, offering tourists an insight into the world of Arctic exploration and scientific discovery.

The New Bedford Fire Museum is a local history museum situated at 51 Bedford Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States. It is a place where visitors can learn about the history of firefighting in the city through a collection of firefighting equipment and memorabilia.

The New Bedford Whaling Museum (NBWM) is a museum dedicated to the whaling industry. It is located in the American city of New Bedford. The museum is part of the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, which is a national historic site specializing in whales. This is because the port of New Bedford was one of the most prominent whaling ports in the world during the 19th century.