LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour

LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour

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“Gay” Old Times: Stories of Portsmouth’s LGBTQ+ Community

Once a month at 2:30 pm
Second Sundays of the month
Learn about the hidden history of LGBT clubs, organizations, and people who impacted the Seacoast of NH on this 90-minute walking tour.

Tour Description:

Tour guide Tom Kaufhold will take you through Portsmouth for this engaging 90-minute tour. You will pass by many beautiful historic sites and learn some important facts about Portsmouth LGBTQ+ people, places and events, including:

  • How UNH and the NH Supreme Court impacted Portsmouth’s LGBTQ+ community
  • Where the first gay and women’s bars were in Portsmouth
  • The restaurant credited with starting Portsmouth’s restaurant renaissance
  • The church that supported two LGBTQ+ organizations for decades.

Walking Tour Rates:

Tours are $15 for members, $20 for non-members, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18, Seniors 62+, Students, Portsmouth Residents), and free for children 5 and under.
All tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society, 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth NH.
Online reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.
Upgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House.

Portsmouth on Tap: Loaded Question

Portsmouth on Tap: Loaded Question

Portsmouth on Tap. Burgundy background with a faded image of beer taps. A brewery series inspired by Portsmouth history. Hosted by Loaded Question. Thursday, June 22, 4 – 7 pm Drink a beer inspired by Seacoast Outright and participate in historical trivia and games. In partnership with Portsmouth Historical Society

Salty & Malty since 1623

When: Thursday, June 22, 4 – 7 pm
Where: Loaded Question Brewing Company, 909 Islington St Suite #12 Portsmouth, NH
What: drink a limited-edition beer inspired by Seacoast Outright and participate in historical trivia and games

This beer is inspired by:

Pride Flag over the text "Seacoast Outright"
For 28 years, Seacoast Outright has been one of the only resources available to LGBTQ+ youth in the Seacoast area. Through educational programs, annual Pride celebrations, and youth support groups, their mission has always been to create a safe space for youth to explore the topics of gender and sexuality in a welcoming and understanding environment.