Monthly Archives: September 2009

      The Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese-American Archives has received many distinguished visitors since its opening on September 18, 2009.  Ponta Delgada mayor Berta Cabral was one such visitor, receiving a special preview of the facility before its official opening.  Chancellor Jean … Continue reading →

                                Press coverage for the opening in the local newspapers: Fall River Herald News http://www.heraldnews.com/news/x1073701504/UMass-Dartmouth-opens-Portuguese-American-Archive New Bedford Standard Times http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090919/NEWS/909190324 Portuguese Times http://www.portuguesetimes.com/Ed_1995/Comuni/co01.htm