Join WHALE’s Board!

February 3, 2026

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 places. Serving on WHALE’s Board of Directors is a unique opportunity to directly support our mission of preserving, educating, and advocating for the city’s historic character.

Board members play a vital role in shaping WHALE’s vision, strengthening organizational initiatives, and helping bring preservation programs to life for homeowners and the broader community. This includes contributing professional expertise, participating in strategic planning, supporting events and programs, and serving as ambassadors for WHALE’s work.

If you are inspired by the power of preservation and want to make a meaningful impact, joining WHALE’s Board offers the opportunity to help protect the buildings, stories, and spaces that define New Bedford. Your involvement will help ensure that WHALE continues to educate, empower, and connect the community around preservation for years to come.

Interested in learning more or expressing interest? 

 Please contact the WHALE office to start the conversation or fill out an interest form here! 

WHALE BOD Nomination Form 2026

 

Forms due by March 31.