Young Artists Contest

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

We invite our young visitors to explore their creativity with our 2nd annual Young Artists Contest! Come visit our two exhibitions, “Winds of Change,” which features the sculpture and paintings of artist Cabot Lyford, and “Contemporary Currents,” which features many local artists across different mediums, and find a piece that inspires you. Take that inspiration, […]

Young Artist Contest

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

We invite our young visitors to explore their creativity with our 2nd annual Young Artists Contest! Come visit our two exhibitions, “Winds of Change,” which features the sculpture and paintings of artist Cabot Lyford, and “Contemporary Currents,” which features many local artists across different mediums, and find a piece that inspires you. Take that inspiration, […]

Daily Walking Tours (May–October)

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Learn why Portsmouth is the hub of the New Hampshire Seacoast!

“Contemporary Currents” Awards Ceremony

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Celebrate the artists and award winners for "Contemporary Currents" a joint exhibition with NHAA.

“Winds of Change” Curator Tour

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Tour our exhibition "Cabot Lyford: Winds of Change" with Guest Curator Rachel Walls.

Sustainability in Historic Preservation Panel

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion exploring the intersection of historic preservation and environmental sustainability.

Afterschool Arts

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Get creative with us! Try out different art techniques that encourage us to play with materials in this afterschool program for middle school aged students.

Family Day: Portsmouth on Foot

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Explore Portsmouth! Learn about our city on this family-friendly walking tour, complete with a scavenger hunt.

Protest Button Making with NH Outright

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Take part in an intergenerational protest button-making event for the LGBTQ+ community and allies.

Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour

Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Learn the untold stories of navigators, preachers, artists, authors, tavern keepers, and madams who defied stereotypes and shaped Portsmouth on this 90 minutes tour.

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