International Azorean Whaleboat Regatta

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September 08, 2017 - September 10, 2017
West Rodney French Boulevard Boat Ramp
West Rodney French Boulevard Boat Ramp
519 West Rodney French Blvd.
New Bedford, MA 02744

The Azorean Maritime Heritage Society welcomes the International Azorean Whaleboat Regatta back to New Bedford in 2017. The regatta pays homage to the rich whaling history shared between the United States and the Azores during a full week of cultural events and three days of racing the United States’ only three authentic wooden Azorean whaleboats.

The regatta is free for spectators. The best viewpoints are the West Rodney French Boulevard Boat Ramp and West Beach.

Cost: Free

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Hosted By: Azorean Maritime Heritage Society
Free Event
women sitting on an Azorean whaleboat in Clarks Cove in New Bedford
The Azorean Maritime Heritage Society offers rowing and sailing in traditional Azorean whaleboats in Clarks Cove in New Bedford.

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