The boats at the State Pier in New Bedford offer great color, angles, lines, and light for a photographer. In the mid-1800's, New Bedford was both the whaling capital of the world and one of the wealthiest cities in the United States. Although whaling is long gone, the town is still a vibrant working port city.
Perhaps even more noteworthy than its whaling past, New Bedford was a safe haven on the "Underground Railroad" to provide protection to slaves escaping northward in the 1800's. The residents had big hearts and minds - slavery was wrong, they knew it, and many took action to help.
Unlike the generally smooth coastline of much of Massachusetts, the "South Coast" area is characterized by a series of irregular bays.
The 6th largest city in Massachusetts, New Bedford is home to a diverse population which includes a high concentration of Portuguese descendants.
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