The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum

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The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum The Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum is a National Historic Landmark at 396 County Street in New Bedford, MA.
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The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum is so named for the three prominent families who resided at 396 County Street. The house and gardens chronicle 150 years (1834-1981) of economic and social life in the city, as reflected in the lives and stories of those who lived and worked at the property. Furnished period rooms display the decorative arts, furniture and belongings of the families and timeframe. The Museum offers permanent and changing exhibits, lecture series, community and educational programs.

We are proud to have been a finalist in the 2026 Community Choice Awards SouthCoast for best museum. Thank you to all of...
10/21/2026

We are proud to have been a finalist in the 2026 Community Choice Awards SouthCoast for best museum. Thank you to all of our supporters for helping make the RJD a staple in our community, and we can't wait to see you here soon!

The Great Pumpkin Parade was a spooky, fun time! Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the historic RJD gardens an...
10/09/2026

The Great Pumpkin Parade was a spooky, fun time! Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy the historic RJD gardens and Toe Jam Puppet Band. Thank you to those who carved pumpkins for our display, especially Our Sisters School students and families who came and carved the majority of the pumpkins. We love being a part of AHA! New Bedford and can't wait for next time.

We hope everyone continues to enjoy the month of October. 🎃

Did you hear? The RJD was awarded TWO audience voted awards with the South Coast Almanac!We are thrilled to have receive...
10/08/2026

Did you hear? The RJD was awarded TWO audience voted awards with the South Coast Almanac!

We are thrilled to have received the silver award for "Best place to Take Summer Visitors" and "Best Event Venue" for South Coast Almanac's Best of the South Coast 2026. Thank you to everyone who voted for us!

You can also see our new advertisements in the South Coast Almanac publications, paid for in part by a grant from South Eastern Massachusetts Visitors Bureau.

We are so excited to be at this expo! Share with the future brides and grooms in your life.
10/07/2026

We are so excited to be at this expo! Share with the future brides and grooms in your life.

The Great Pumpkin Parade is almost here. Join us tomorrow at the RJD anytime between 4pm and 8pm to explore the Jack-O-L...
10/07/2026

The Great Pumpkin Parade is almost here. Join us tomorrow at the RJD anytime between 4pm and 8pm to explore the Jack-O-Lantern display in our gardens or complete a scavenger hunt in the museum. At 5:30pm, Toe Jam Puppet Band will perform. This event is free, as part of AHA! New Bedford, with a suggested donation of $10 for families or $5 for individuals.

If you would like to donate a carved pumpkin, please deliver it to the RJD before noon tomorrow. Email Lauren at [email protected] with any questions!

Join Executive Director's Dawn next week on October 14 at 5:30pm for a specialized tour of the RJD that focuses on some ...
10/06/2026

Join Executive Director's Dawn next week on October 14 at 5:30pm for a specialized tour of the RJD that focuses on some of her favorite collection items. Admission is $10 for the public, free for museum members, and $5 for guests of members.

Hope to see you there!

The Great Pumpkin Parade returns to the RJD on October 8 from 4pm- 8pm for ! New Bedford! At 5:30pm, Toe Jam Puppet Band...
10/01/2026

The Great Pumpkin Parade returns to the RJD on October 8 from 4pm- 8pm for ! New Bedford! At 5:30pm, Toe Jam Puppet Band will perform for kids and families! Explore the grounds, see the Jack-O-Lantern display, enjoy candy and hot chocolate, and participate in a scavenger hunt inside the museum! This event is free, with a suggested donation of $5 for individuals and will perform for kids and families! Explore the grounds, see the Jack-O-Lantern display, enjoy candy and hot chocolate, and participate in a scavenger hunt inside the museum! This event is free, with a suggested donation of $5 for individuals and $10 for families.

The RJD is looking for pumpkin carvers for this event! Interested? Email Lauren: [email protected]. Carvers are asked to provide their own pumpkin and deliver finished pieces to the Museum by noon, October 8.

Due to the impending Nor'easter, the museum will be CLOSED tomorrow, 9/26 and Sunday, 9/27. This includes all scheduled ...
09/25/2026

Due to the impending Nor'easter, the museum will be CLOSED tomorrow, 9/26 and Sunday, 9/27. This includes all scheduled events and our yoga in the garden with YMCA Southcoast. We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope that you stay safe during the storm.

Today at 2pm, you can enjoy a full, guided tour with an RJD docent. The tour is free with the price of admission. Enjoy ...
09/24/2026

Today at 2pm, you can enjoy a full, guided tour with an RJD docent. The tour is free with the price of admission. Enjoy this unique opportunity to see the house through the eyes of an expert.

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Address

396 County Street
New Bedford, MA
02740

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15089971401

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