Visitor Center Open: Summer Schedule

<p><strong>Visitor Center</strong></p> <p>The park’s Visitor Center is your starting point for exploring the stories, people, and history of New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.</p> <p><strong>Hours:</strong></p> <p><strong>May 1 through November 30</strong><br /> Wednesday - Sunday<br /> 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM</p> <p><strong>December 1 through April 30</strong><br /> Wednesday - Saturday<br /> 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM</p> <p><strong>The Visitor Center is closed to public visitation on:</strong></p> <ul> <li>New Year’s Day</li> <li>Thanksgiving Day</li> <li>Christmas Day</li> </ul> <p><em>*The park may occasionally offer special programs, events, or activities outside regular Visitor Center operating hours. Check the park calendar and Visitor Center drop-down option under the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/nebe/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm">Basic Information</a><strong> </strong>page when planning your visit.</em></p> <p><strong>Visitor Center Garden</strong></p> <ul> <li>Open daily from dawn to dusk.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Temporary Closures and Operational Changes</strong></p> <ul> <li>Severe weather, construction activities, public health concerns, emergencies, or security situations may require temporary changes to park operations, facility hours, or access to portions of the park to protect visitors, staff, and park resources.</li> <li>Temporary operational changes are shared through park alerts on the website, social media, phone greetings, and notices posted at key park locations.</li> <li>Please note that operating hours for National Park Service facilities may differ from partner organizations, businesses, and other locations within park boundaries.</li> </ul>