Walk through “Winds of Change,” one final time and enjoy this 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.
Join us for a delicious way to support the Portsmouth Historical Society! From 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Otto’s Pizza in Portsmouth will generously donate 10% of all dine-in and take-out sales to help fund our exhibitions, education programs, and preservation initiatives. Make sure to call in or order on their website; sales from third-party apps do not count towards this fundraising event.
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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
Now in its third year, Adopt an Artifact offers you a unique opportunity to engage with our collection and directly support our 2026 exhibition, “Revolutionary Portsmouth,” at the John Paul Jones House. Presented on the nation’s 250th anniversary, this exhibition will explore the lives of Portsmouth.
Join our Curator and Collections Manager for an insider’s look at our collection and the compelling stories these objects represent. From everyday belongings to historically significant pieces, each artifact offers a glimpse into the choices, challenges, and identities of Portsmouth’s 18th-century residents.
Learn more about this event and learn how your support can make a direct impact on our museum exhibition for 2026.
This event is free and open to the public.
RSVP is recommended.
Adopt an Artifact is available for a limited time– help us bring history to life!
Come join the Lyford family to celebrate Cabot’s 100th birthday! The family will take guests on a tour through the exhibition, and then all are invited to join for light refreshments afterwards.