New Bedford celebrates Douglass in annual readathon
A read-athon drew participants as diverse as New Bedford itself Sunday as the city honored its role in the inspirational life of a famous American slave. read full story
The New Bedford Historical Society seeks to establish a solid base of research and programs that will make the contributions of people of color a part of the life and and history of the region as well as a part of the permanent, public record. In the process, the history of the region in general will become fuller, deeper, and richer for everyone.
