23rd Annual Moby-Dick Marathon

New Bedford Whaling Museum

January 4 - 6, 2019

Join us for the 23rd annual read-a-thon of America’s most iconic novel, Moby-Dick. An experience you don’t want to miss, you’ll relive the famous, action-packed narrative and be transported back in time on the search for the elusive white whale. In addition to the main event, the Whaling Museum hosts two mini-marathons on January 5: a Portuguese-language reading and a children’s version too.

Main Marathon reader registration has closed, but spots are still available for the Children’s Marathon and Seamen’s Bethel Seats!

Ways to Register

Email mdmarathon@whalingmuseum.org

Online Form (preferred method, open 24 hours)

Pre-marathon Dinner and Presentation

Friday, January 4, 5:30 - 9:00 pm

Enjoy a meal well-suited for hungry sailors followed by an illustrated discussion “Gender and the Man’s World of Moby-Dick” by Jennifer Baker, Melville Scholar.

Ticket Required: Members $40, Non-members $50

Purchase online or call 508-997-0046 ext. 100.