Portsmouth on Tap: Great Rhythm

Portsmouth on Tap: Great Rhythm

Portsmouth on Tap. Burgundy background with a faded image of beer taps. A brewery series inspired by Portsmouth history. Hosted by Loaded Question. Thursday, July 27, 5 – 7 pm Drink a beer inspired by the life of John Paul Jones and participate in historical trivia and games. In partnership with Portsmouth Historical Society

Salty & Malty since 1623

When: Thursday, July 27, 5 – 7 pm
Where: Great Rhythm Brewing Company, 105 Bartlett St, Portsmouth, NH
What: drink a limited-edition beer inspired by the high-seas adventures of John Paul Jones and participate in historical trivia and games

This beer is inspired by:

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John Paul Jones

A Scottish-born naval commander who fought for the United states during the American Revolution. He is often credited as being the “Father of the American Navy.” His famous ship the USS Ranger was built in the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and it is believed that he boarded here in Portsmouth at what is now called the 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.
Daily Walking Tour (May–Oct)

Daily Walking Tour (May–Oct)

Daily Walking Tours

Walking Through 400 Years of History

Daily at 10:30 am
Saturday and the 2nd and 4th Friday at 2:30 pm
This daily 90-minute walking tour covers the streets, stories, buildings, and architecture of historic downtown Portsmouth.

Tour Description:

Learn why Portsmouth is the hub of the New Hampshire Seacoast! Our downtown is filled with hidden treasures. Our knowledgeable walking tour guides will introduce you to the city’s rich past and lively present—a unique mix of architecture, specialty shops, and bustling streets nestled in a village-like setting. This 90-minute guided walking tour is sure to bring the history of Portsmouth alive!

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.

Book Signing: Portsmouth (a novel)

Book Signing: Portsmouth (a novel)

Book signing with With James Polus<br />
Author of Portsmouth. Wednesday<br />
May 24<br />
5:30-7pm<br />
Portsmouth<br />
Historical Society<br />
Gift Shop. A cartoon pen is on the left side of the image while the book "portsmouth" is on the right with a green cover and grey text.
Join us for a book signing with author James Polus

Get a chance to meet and speak with the author of Portsmouth.

Books will be available for sale in the gift shop. Admission is free, no RSVP required.

Image of author James Polus. Polus is wearing glasses and a red polo shirt while smiling at the camera.

About the Author:

Originally from Upstate New York, a graduate of Hobart College and Columbia University, and a former life long employee of IBM, Polus has an amazing wife and four accomplished children. Serving in senior financial positions afforded him the opportunity to live in England for one year, followed thereafter by four years in France. He considers himself as a citizen of the world to complement his proud American heritage.

Jame Polus published his first book, entitled “The Dream of AO” in May 2021, followed by the sequel, “Dreams of Lies and Delusions”, published in 2022. The historical backdrop is the Indus Valley civilization, circa 1700 BCE. He believes we can reference ancient civilizations to remind us that the timeless themes of love, courage, honor and redemption have long competed with treachery, deceit, hatred and lust. Professional storytellers perfectly recited long, epic morality tales, illustrating for all peoples the lessons for a virtuous life. Battles over dogma, spiritual beliefs, and rituals date well before written texts.

Polus enjoys creative and imaginary fiction using strong characters to espouse his ideas on human purpose and human equality. The motifs of dreaming and oral traditions serve as the backdrop for his writing. Most of his characters practice mindfulness and are skilled in various forms of meditation. As an avid cyclist, he likes to pedal alone on quiet country roads or traverse along the long ocean stretches, imagining the lives of his characters.

About the Book:

Historical fiction comes to New England with the epic novel, “Portsmouth,” a classical saga reliving the story of a 1623 fictitious family and twelve successive generations that bring New England seacoast history to life.Memorable characters interact with real-life personalities and historical events that shaped America. From the early Puritans to the Sons of Liberty and the Revolutionary War, up through the Great Depression and World War II, the novel brings American notables such as George Washington, Ona Judge Staines, Major General Fitz-John Porter, Frank Jones, and Celia Thaxter into the reader’s imagination.

The novel “Portsmouth” celebrates the 400th anniversary of the founding of this historic seaport, so reminiscent of colonial times

Art ‘Round Town

Art ‘Round Town

Art Round Town, free first fridays, 5-8pm written above an image of two people talking inside a gallery.

We’ll be open until 8pm on May 5th for Art ‘Round Town!

Free admission all day long.
Visit our two most recent exhibitions “A Sense of Place” and “Reinventing Portsmouth” both are a part of Portsmouth’s 400th anniversary celebrations.

Enter our First Friday Raffle

Image of a straw sunhat and a blue adn green lightweight scarf against a wooden background

Our May raffle features a lovely straw sunhat paired with a lightweight scarf, perfect for the sunny days and warmer weather ahead.
Raffle tickets are $1 a piece and can be purchased in the gift shop.