New Bedford Port Society Memorial Day Blessing of the Fleet
Date: 25 May 2026
Location: New Bedford Waterfront, New Bedford, United States
Organizer: New Bedford Port Society
Annual Memorial Day blessing of the fleet ceremony in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Historic whaling port tradition.
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