WHALE SEEKING PARTNER OR PURCHASER FOR ONE WASHINGTON SQUARE – Invites development proposals to rebuild the gateway house
After the fire that destroyed the Queen Anne style house that stood for more than 100 years at One Washington Square, WHALE purchased the vacant lot from the City. WHALE committed to building a replica of the house that had burned, as so many area residents encouraged WHALE to do. WHALE has a 4-unit residential […]
HISTORIC RELIGIOUS PROPERTIES WORKSHOP EXCEEDS ALL EXPECTATIONS
One hundred people gathered on Saturday, April 13, 2013 to learn about caring for historic churches and synagogues. “The workshop and our meetings with the Mayor and with religious and philanthropic leaders exceeded all our expectations,” reported Wendy Nicholas of WHALE. “There is great interest across the board in helping New Bedford’s churches and synagogues […]
BILL BURNS JOINS WHALE’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS
William A. Burns, a New Bedford native and Chief of Staff for former Mayor Scott W. Lang, has been elected to WHALE’s Board of Directors. Bill brings to WHALE a deep love for his native city, a passion for the city’s history and architecture, and strong connections throughout the city and the Commonwealth. Prior to […]
Antiques Appraisal Day to benefit the New Bedford Education Foundation
The New Bedford Educational Foundation invites WHALE members to an Antiques Appraisal Day at the Wamsutta Club on Saturday, May 4th. Skinner & Co. antiques experts will be on hand to evaluate items such as porcelain, pottery, silver, dolls and other toys, paintings, furniture and rugs. For more information, go to www.newbedfordfoundation.org. Reservations are required, […]
Save the Date for Preserving Religious Properties!
On Saturday, April 13th, WHALE and our partners are sponsoring a daylong program, Preserving Religious Properties: A Practical Workshop for Caretakers of Older and Historic Churches and Synagogues. The workshop will feature training on fundraising for repair and restoration of religious buildings and on conducting building assessments, prioritizing repairs, and making buildings more energy efficient. […]
WHALE offering monthly programs during AHA! Nights
Join WHALE the second Thursday of each month for AHA! Night activities in downtown New Bedford. We’re opening doors to some of the city’s most historic buildings, arranging behind-the-scenes tours of some buildings being transformed, and presenting talks and walks on a host of New Bedford history and preservation topics. We’re even organizing programs especially […]
National Trust grants available for historic interiors, cultural diversity and community livability
The application deadline for some of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s most popular grant programs is May 1st, 2013. Cynthia Woods Mitchell Fund for Historic Interiors, awarding grants for the planning phases of interior restoration projects. Grants range from $2,500 to $10,000 and require a dollar-for-dollar match. Johanna Favrot Fund for Historic Preservation, funding […]
Save Money; Save Energy with a Home Energy Assessment
One of the biggest annual costs for any homeowner – any property owner – is the cost of energy . . . the monthly heating, cooling, and lighting costs. There’s a very good, free program available to help Massachusetts residents save energy – and, save money! Learn about a no-cost Mass Save® Home Energy Assessment […]
Planning for new Custom House Square park
Mayor Jon Mitchell is hosting a community input session for the redesign of Custom House Square on Tuesday, December 18th, 5:30 p.m. at the National Park’s Corson Building, 33 William Street. Stoss Landscape Urbanism and CDM Consultants will present concept drawings for the park’s redesign. The City is welcoming citizen input regarding the […]
Here’s an Idea for Your Gift List
Are you stuck on what to give a friend or family member? Someone who doesn’t need one more thing, but, you have to do something? We have an idea for you. Instead of just going for another trinket or knickknack, consider making a donation in your friend’s or family member’s name to WHALE. […]
