FREE New Bedford Art Museum Admission & Activities!

Celebrate Made in NB with FREE admission to the New Bedford Art Museum! Explore our two brand-new exhibitions, Intuitive: A Survey of Visionary Art, celebrating the imagination and originality of self-taught artists, and Morocco, Seen Closely: Photographs by Laurie Bullard, capturing the vibrant colors, textures, and landscapes of Morocco.

Visitors can also experience agriCultural: A Biennial Exhibition, exploring the connections between art, agriculture, and the natural world.

Scrimshaw-Inspired Soap Carving

Celebrate New Bedford’s maritime heritage by creating your own scrimshaw-inspired artwork! Etch nautical designs into Ivory soap shaped like a whale’s tooth and bring your illustrations to life with black paint.

Gallery Adventure: Scavenger Hunt

Explore the museum with a self-guided scavenger hunt! Discover hidden details, unusual materials, and imaginative characters while experiencing the exhibitions in a fun, interactive way.

FREE admission, artmaking, and gallery activities for all ages!