Education Programs
Events
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Family Day: Artifact Investigation
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesHow different was day-to-day life would be during the Colonial era? Come join us for a hands-on investigation of real artifacts from Portsmouth’s past.
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Children’s Day: Young Artist Contest Workshop
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesJoin us this Children’s Day with free admission for children and young people ages 18 and under! Enjoy crafts inspired by our current exhibitions. Maybe even submit your creation tot he Young Artist Contest.
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Spring Auction
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesA night to support our education & outreach programs, featuring hands-on history, an auction, and light refreshments in our beautiful museum setting.
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Family Day: Portsmouth on Foot
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesIn honor of Preservation Month, we are hosting a free family-friendly tour of downtown Portsmouth for junior historians and preservationists!
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Portsmouth Orange Cake Bake-Off @ Strawbery Banke’s Springfest
Strawbery Banke 14 Hancock Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesPortsmouth Orange Cake's origins may stretch as far back as the earliest settlers, but who is making the best modern-day version?
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Homeschool Days: Loyalist or Patriot
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesVisit the brand new exhibition at the John Paul Jones House and learn about the lives of the citizens of Portsmouth on both sides of the Revolutionary War.
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Young Artist Contest Reception
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesCelebrate the creative young minds who are taking part in our third annual Young Artists Contest!
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Family Evening: Stargazing
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesTake a closer look at the Portsmouth skies, and imagine how it felt for people throughout time to look up at those same stars!
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US@250: Big Watch at Strawbery Banke
Strawbery Banke 14 Hancock Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesCelebrate Flag Day with a meaningful afternoon of community, history, and civic engagement. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION by Ken Burns.
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Pride Month: Pre-Parade History and Crafts
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesStop by the John Paul Jones House before the Pride parade to look at some objects from our city’s rich LGBTQ+ history and make crafts for the parade.