“Winds of Change” Curator Tour

“Winds of Change” Curator Tour

by | Apr 15, 2025

Stylized, granite statue of a woman leaning forward holding a child against a blue sky. Text reads: Cabot Lyford: Winds of Change Curator Tours. First Fridays at 12 & 5:30 pm. free

A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition

Walk through “Winds of Change,” a retrospective of the work of Cabot Lyford (1925–2016), with Guest Curator Rachel Walls. Learn how Lyford’s experimental approach to different materials and his advocacy of environmental and political issues through his art can resonate with viewers as much now as it did in the 20th century.

Finish your tour with a visit to the complementary, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists.

Tours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.
This is a free tour, no registration required.

Learn more about the exhibition

 

Upstairs with the Furniture Masters: Celebrating Our 30th Year

Upstairs with the Furniture Masters: Celebrating Our 30th Year

by | Sep 5, 2024 | Exhibitions

Upstairs with the Furniture Masters exhibition on display November 29– December 30 at the Portsmouth Historical Society. Image of a handcrafted two-toned bench on the graphic

November 29–December 30, 2024

The NH Furniture Masters kick off their 30th Anniversary Exhibition Series with a holiday exhibition at the Portsmouth Historical Society, on display November 29–December 30. An Opening Reception will be held on Thursday, December 12 from 5:30–7:00 pm, free and open to the public.

Jeff Cooper, More from the Menagerie

“Upstairs with the Furniture Masters” features a variety of holiday gift items alongside an extraordinary collection of studio-made, handcrafted fine furniture made by members of the organization. Many pieces on display are available for purchase.

This exhibition is the first in a series of events culminating in a 30th anniversary showcase exhibition at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester, which will be on display October 2025 through January 2026.

Tim Coleman, Jacks Table

Ted Blachly, Ash Desk, detail

About the NH Furniture Masters

The NH Furniture Masters is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and perpetuating the centuries old tradition of fine furniture making. The group, comprised of over 25 professional furniture makers, has been a beacon of excellence in the world of fine furniture craftsmanship for three decades. The NH Furniture Masters promote the growth and sales of fine furniture made by its members through hosting exhibitions and administer a variety of educational initiatives including Prison Outreach Programs at the NH State Prison for Men, Maine State Prison, and NH Correctional Facility for Women. To learn more and support the NH Furniture Masters, visit www.furnituremasters.org.