• “Winds of Change:” Lyford’s Art and Legacy

    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Join us for a discussion of the life, work, and legacy of artist Cabot Lyford and enjoy as former students share their thoughts on Lyford’s artistic influence.

  • “Winds of Change” Curator Tour

    “Cabot Lyford: Winds of Change” Curator Tour
    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    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 […]

  • Painting with Paper: A Collage Workshop

    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    In this workshop, participants will experiment with various collage techniques and learn more about this 2D medium with NHAA exhibition artist Ember Nevis.

  • “Winds of Change” Curator Tour

    “Cabot Lyford: Winds of Change” Curator Tour
    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    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 […]

  • “Contemporary Currents” Closing Reception

    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Join us for the closing reception of "Contemporary Currents" a joint exhibition with the New Hampshire Arts Association.

  • Final Cabot Lyford Curator Tour

    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Walk through “Winds of Change,” a retrospective of the work of Cabot Lyford (1925–2016), with Guest Curator Rachel Walls.

  • Family Day: Gingerbread Workshop

    Port City Makerspace 68 Morning St, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    This hands-on gingerbread workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner.

  • Evening Gingerbread Workshop

    Port City Makerspace 68 Morning St, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    This hands-on gingerbread workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner.

  • 35th Annual Gingerbread Contest Opens!

    Step into a world where gingerbread meets imagination! For 2025, we’re looking for bold, unexpected creations in The Great Gingerbread Experiment.

  • Community Night: Flatbread

    Flatbread Company 138 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Support the historical society by going to Flatbread Company on Tuesday, December 2. Between 4–9pm we receive up to $3 for every pizza sold.

  • Gingerbread Reception and Awards Party

    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Join us for a sweet evening as we announce the Judge's Award winners and officially kick-off the Gingerbread Exhibition.

  • Open Late for Shop & Stroll

    Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Shop the museum store or take a break from the cold and enjoy the Gingerbread Exhibition. We will be open until 9 p.m.