Preserving the Past
Restoring New Bedford's Architectural Treasures
Building the Future
Economic growth for local businesses
Fostering Community
Adapting historical buildings as neighborhood housing
Strengthening Arts & Culture
Restoring architectural gems as venues for arts and culture

Create a stronger, more prosperous city that understands its past and has hope for its future.

Follow the Progress!

Hillman Street Firehouse Blog

The restoration of the firehouse continues with some great milestones, including a new roof! Follow the blog to see the latest. 

Introducing the Open-Door Loan Program

An exciting new program to provide funding for preservation, repair and maintenance to owners of older and historic homes in New Bedford. Click to learn more. 

Current Projects

Past Projects

Community Impact

Open-Door Loan Program

Introducing: The Open-Door Revolving Loan Program For years, one of the most common questions we’ve heard from homeowners is: “Is there money to restore my home?” ...
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Show Me The Money!

On March 31, WHALE held our fourth Historic Homeowner Workshop with a Zoom titled “Show Me The Money: Funding for Historic Homeowners”.   The presentation ...
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The Spring Fling!

  Spring Fling is WHALE’s spring cocktail party at the historic Steeple Playhouse—an evening that brings the community together to celebrate preservation in a fun, ...
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Join WHALE’s Board!

Join the WHALE Board of Directors WHALE is always seeking passionate, engaged individuals who care about historic preservation and the future of New Bedford’s historic ...
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2026 Award Nomination Period Open!

WHALE Annual Preservation Awards Nomination Deadline: March 20 Do you know someone making a difference in historic preservation in Greater New Bedford? WHALE invites the ...
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Invitation For Bids: Phase 2 of the CVA Cultural Center

Notice of Public Invitation to Bid: Phase 2 of the CVANB Cultural Center:  The Cape Verdean Association in New Bedford, Inc. (CVANB) aims to strengthen ...
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