New Bedford Whaling Museum's 'Worst Aquarium Ever' Merchandise Gains National Attention
The New Bedford Whaling Museum in Massachusetts has gained national attention for its merchandise featuring a humorous one-star review calling it the 'worst aquarium ever.' The review, left by a Google user in 2020, has been turned into a popular design on T-shirts, hoodies, and tote bags, which feature the review on the back and a whale skeleton on the front. The merchandise has seen a significant increase in sales following coverage by CBS Evening News and a local CBS affiliate. The museum, known for its extensive collection of whale skeletons, has embraced the humor of the review, which has become a part of the museum's folklore. The design was created by Emily Roznoy, the museum's visitor experience manager, and has been a hit both locally and nationally.