FORT TABER HISTORICAL ASSO INC

NEW BEDFORD, MA

FORT TABER HISTORICAL ASSO INC is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. It is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of Fort Taber, which is located on the shores of the New Bedford Harbor. The fort was built in 1775 and is the oldest standing coastal fortification in the United States.

The fort was used by the United States Navy during the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. Over the years, the fort has been renovated several times and has served various purposes, including a tourist attraction and a military base.

FORT TABER HISTORICAL ASSO INC works to preserve the fort's history and heritage through educational programs, public events, and research projects. The organization collaborates with local schools and other organizations to promote the understanding of the fort's significance. It also works to preserve the physical structure of the fort, making repairs and engaging in other activities to keep the fort in good condition.

The organization also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, such as the Annual Fort Taber Day celebration, which includes reenactments of historical battles and other activities. The organization also has a museum, which is open to the public and includes artifacts from the fort's history.

FORT TABER HISTORICAL ASSO INC is committed to preserving the history of Fort Taber and providing educational opportunities for the community. It aims to make the fort accessible to the public and to ensure its preservation for future generations.

FORT TABER HISTORICAL ASSO INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEW BEDFORD MA. US MID #8402500892

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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• website: www.forttaber.org

FORT TABER HISTORICAL ASSO INC
1000C SOUTH RODNEY FRENCH BLVD
NEW BEDFORD
MA
02744

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