Public Programs

June AHA!

AHA! (Art, History & Architecture) is New Bedford’s free Downtown Cultural Night and collaborative cultural organization with over 60 downtown venue partners. On the second Thursday of the month, New Bedford Art Museum offers free admission, extended hours (we're open until 8 pm), crafts, and other experiences, such as live performances.

State of the Union by Jane O'Hara
Opening reception
June 8th 5-7pm

Opening reception for the State of the Union exhibition by Jane O'Hara. Show your Pride, color a flag and celebrate your unique identity.

From State of the Union by Jane O'Hara

Enchanted Evenings at New Bedford Art Museum

Join us every week for a new and different menu of fun, educational, and entertaining experiences at the Museum.

Monday Movie Nights With Mocha

New Bedford Film Society founder, Mocha J Herrup, PhD, will present and lead our post film discussions. Mocha teaches in the Communications, Journalism, and Media department at Suffolk University, and was the curator for The Zeiterion’s Cinema New Bedford series.

Presented every first Monday of the month.

Complimentary admission to Museum galleries
$5 Admission includes themed snacks

June 5 Tickets

June 5 Info

Poster for "Dream Girls"

Tuesday: Twirl & Whirl

The Museum is a place for dance too!
Take an introductory dance lesson or watch a dance performance on a tiny stage.
Every month enjoy a different theme and type of dance.

This program takes place the second Tuesday of every month.

Complimentary admission to Museum galleries
Cash bar
Snacks for purchase

Performer Andy Russ photographed by Nikki Lee

Wednesday: People's Poetry Slam

Poetry, spoken word, and performance are alive and well at New Bedford Art Museum!
Participate in a slam as a speaker or listener. Meet friends and enjoy the richness of language, imagery and thought as demonstrated in this eternal art form.

This free program takes place the last Wednesday of every month.