BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Portsmouth Historical Society - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Portsmouth Historical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Portsmouth Historical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T113000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251126T153530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T153536Z UID:10000605-1765621800-1765625400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Gingerbread Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us in the gallery for more gingerbread workshops!\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Gingerbread House Workshop!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Explore the Gingerbread Contest URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/gingerbread-workshop-12-13/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/December-Gingerbead-House-Workshops.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251027T152615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T152615Z UID:10000590-1765560600-1765564200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Gingerbread Tips & Tricks Tour DESCRIPTION: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/gingerbread-tour-12-12/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gingerbread-Logo-2025-FB-web.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251114T212000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T212000Z UID:10000600-1765533600-1765569600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Extended Gingerbread Hours DESCRIPTION: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/extended-gingerbread-12-12/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gingerbread-Logo-2025-FB-web.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251029T152546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T152546Z UID:10000594-1765015200-1765054800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Open Late for Shop & Stroll DESCRIPTION: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/shop-stroll-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs,Welcome Center & Museum Shop Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gingerbread-Logo-2025-FB-web.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251029T142654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T143901Z UID:10000593-1764955800-1764963000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Gingerbread Reception and Awards Party DESCRIPTION:Gingerbread Reception and Judge’s Awards\nFriday\, December 5\, 5:30–7:30 pm\nJoin us to celebrate the opening of our 35th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Exhibition! Get in the holiday spirit and see our marvelous cookie creations\, while also enjoying some cider and small treats. Stay for the big reveal of the winners of our Judges’ Choice prizes! \nThis event is free and open to the public.\n \n See all the sweet details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our sweet sponsors:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nAvery Insurance \nDevine Millimet \nLouis F. Clarizio\, DDS PA \nPortsmouth Chamber of Commerce \nSeacoast Lately \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A part of: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/gingerbread-party-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gingerbread-Reception-2025.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T210000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251114T204545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T154801Z UID:10000598-1764691200-1764709200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Community Night: Flatbread DESCRIPTION:Who knew that pizza night was the perfect way to keep history alive!\n \n Check out the Portsmouth Flatbread Location\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, December 2\, 2025\nJoin us for a delicious way to support the Portsmouth Historical Society! From 4:00 to 9:00 pm\, Flatbread Company in Portsmouth will generously donate a portion of all dine-in and take-out sales to help fund our exhibitions\, education programs\, and preservation initiatives. During the Benefit Bake Night we receive\n$1.75 per small pizza sold\n$3.50 per large pizza sold\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n UNABLE TO ATTEND? You can still keep Portsmouth’s history alive. Consider a donation to support Portsmouth Historical Society’s mission to connect the community to our past\, present and future through collections\, interpretation\, education\, and preservation. \n \n Keep History Alive! URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/flatbread-benefit-night/ LOCATION:Flatbread Company\, 138 Congress Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Flatbread-Community-Night-122.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T170000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251001T195228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T195228Z UID:10000583-1764324000-1764349200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:35th Annual Gingerbread Contest Opens! DESCRIPTION: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/2025-gingerbread-opens/ LOCATION:NH CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Gingerbread-Logo-2025-FB-web.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251021T173852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T145419Z UID:10000589-1762970400-1762974000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Evening Gingerbread Workshop DESCRIPTION:Ready\, set\, bake!\nGet into the holiday spirit with the Portsmouth Historical Society’s hands-on Gingerbread Workshop hosted at Port City Makerspace. This event is perfect for all ages and skill levels\, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner. We’ll provide an abundance of colorful candies\, delectable icing\, and expert guidance to help you construct and decorate your very own edible masterpiece. \nKits are available with your registration\, but those who want to bring their own unique kits can as well. We’ll cover expert tips for assembling gingerbread and then decorate with a variety of creative and fun edible treats. \nWant to enter the 35th Annual Gingerbread House Exhibition and Contest? Leave your creation with us and let thousands of people admire it during our annual holiday event. \nEvent cost:Portsmouth Historical Society or Makerspace Members with kit purchase $35Non-Members with kit purchase $40Bring Your Own Gingerbread Kit option $10 for members | $15 non-members \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn about the Gingerbread Contest URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/evening-gingerbread-workshop/ LOCATION:Port City Makerspace\, 68 Morning St\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Gingerbread-House-Workshop-11.12.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251021T170534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T144240Z UID:10000588-1762599600-1762610400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Family Day: Gingerbread Workshop DESCRIPTION:Ready\, set\, bake!\nGet into the holiday spirit with the Portsmouth Historical Society’s hands-on Gingerbread Workshop hosted at Port City Makerspace. This event is perfect for all ages and skill levels\, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner. We’ll provide an abundance of colorful candies\, delectable icing\, and expert guidance to help you construct and decorate your very own edible masterpiece. \nKits are available with your registration\, but those who want to bring their own unique house can as well. We’ll cover expert tips for assembling gingerbread and then decorate with a variety of creative and fun edible treats. \nWant to enter the 35th Annual Gingerbread House Exhibition and Contest? Leave your creation with us and let thousands of people admire it during our annual holiday event. \nEvent cost:Portsmouth Historical Society or Makerspace Members with kit purchase $35Non-Members with kit purchase $40Bring Your Own Gingerbread Kit option $10 for members | $15 non-members \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn about the Gingerbread Contest URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/family-day-gingerbread-25/ LOCATION:Port City Makerspace\, 68 Morning St\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Gingerbread-House-Workshop-11.8-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T150000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20251003T210102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T210109Z UID:10000585-1762005600-1762009200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Final Cabot Lyford Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A Fond Farewell. The final Cabot Lyford Curator Tour\nSaturday\, November 1\, 2–3 pm\nWalk 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.\n \n Learn more about the exhibition URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-11-1/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/LyfordWindofChange.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T193000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250912T192621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T192628Z UID:10000567-1759512600-1759519800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Contemporary Currents" Closing Reception DESCRIPTION:“Contemporary Currents” Closing Reception\nFriday\, October 3\, 5:30–7:30 pm\nJoin Portsmouth Historical Society and the New Hampshire Art Association for the Closing Reception and People’s Choice Award reveal for “Contemporary Currents” during Art Round Town on Friday\, October 3\, from 5:30–7:30 PM. This dynamic exhibition explores themes of advocacy and experimentation in art\, offering a contemporary response to Seacoast artist Cabot Lyford’s works on view in the adjoining gallery.Enjoy an evening of art\, conversation\, and community. All works are available for purchase\, with proceeds benefiting local artists\, Portsmouth Historical Society\, and the New Hampshire Art Association. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of artistic innovation! \nThis event is free and open to the public.\n \n Learn more about "Contemporary Currents"\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Browse and Buy Artwork\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n See what’s happening at the NHAA: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to the exhibition sponsors URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/cc-reception-10-3/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Contemporary-Currents-Closing-Reception-Oct-3.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250416T152621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T165900Z UID:10000447-1759512600-1759516200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-2/2025-10-03/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250812T210055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T141951Z UID:10000551-1757854800-1757865600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Painting with Paper: A Collage Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for this NHAA artist-led workshop!\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Collage Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n Through the generous support of a grant from the NH State Council on the Arts\, we are able to offer two tickets for this workshop at reduced cost. If cost would be a barrier to your participation\, please reach out to Sarah Robbitts-Terry sarah@portsmouthhistory.org for more information.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Memory of a Dream by Ember Nevins. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Artist:\n \nEmber is fascinated with textures\, fragments\, and modules\, and her work seeks to explore the connections between nature and body. She views her work as an extension of her mind\, spirit\, and soul – fluctuating with the natural and organic patterns of life. Her process can be described by two actions: searching and building. She looks at her works in process as puzzles that don’t have defined pieces – images that come to life slowly through the amalgamation of fragments and displaced elements. It’s a meditative process\, where she can allow herself to be guided by her materials and trust in the final result. \n\nEmber currently lives in Dover\, New Hampshire\, and works at Kennedy Gallery and Custom Framing in Portsmouth as a full-time Picture Framer. She is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire\, where she received her BFA in Fine Arts and BA in Women’s and Gender Studies in 2024. In her free time\, URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/collage-workshop/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Painting-with-Paper-Collage-Workshop-1.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250416T152621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T165900Z UID:10000445-1757093400-1757097000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-2/2025-09-05/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T193000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250808T195213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T195219Z UID:10000546-1756834200-1756841400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change:” Lyford’s Art and Legacy DESCRIPTION:Hear more about how Cabot Lyford left a lasting legacy on a younger generation of artists.\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Public Art Lecture URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-art-and-legacy/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LyfordArtAndLegacy.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T200000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250725T071856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T071902Z UID:10000545-1756231200-1756238400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Chance Poetry: Workshop Pt. 2 DESCRIPTION:Experiment with the written word in our two-part poetry workshop this August! \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the poetry workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Workshop Leader:\n \n \n \n \n \n Sarah Robbitts-Terry\nOur very own Outreach Director\, Sarah Robbitts-Terry will lead this poetry workshop. She received her undergraduate degree in creative writing from Columbia University and her masters of fine arts in poetry from the University of New Hampshire\, and has previously published poetry in Strange Horizons\, Star*Line\, RHINO Poetry\, and NonBinary Review\, among others. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Example poetry: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/chance-poetry-2/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Poetry-Workshop-8.19.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T200000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250725T071137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T071143Z UID:10000544-1755626400-1755633600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Chance Poetry: Workshop Pt. 1 DESCRIPTION:Experiment with the written word in our two-part poetry workshop this August! \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the poetry workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Workshop Leader:\n \n \n \n \n \n Sarah Robbitts-Terry\nOur very own Outreach Director\, Sarah Robbitts-Terry will lead this poetry workshop. She received her undergraduate degree in creative writing from Columbia University and her masters of fine arts in poetry from the University of New Hampshire\, and has previously published poetry in Strange Horizons\, Star*Line\, RHINO Poetry\, and NonBinary Review\, among others. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Example poetry: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/chance-poetry-1/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Poetry-Workshop-8.19.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T140000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024220 CREATED:20250603T172137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T172244Z UID:10000526-1754830800-1754834400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Cabot’s Menagerie" Exhibition Tour DESCRIPTION:“Cabot’s Menagerie” Exhibition Tour\nSunday\, August 10\, 1–2 pm\nJoin Thaddeus Lyford as he leads a special tour through Winds of Change\, highlighting the role animals played in his father’s artwork. From whales and mermaids to chickens and seabirds\, Cabot Lyford’s creatures—both mythical and local—reflect his deep connection to the Seacoast landscape and his love of literature\, nature\, and the ocean. Through stone\, watercolor\, and mixed media\, these works reveal how Lyford used animal forms to celebrate beauty\, spark humor\, and deliver powerful messages about environmental stewardship. \nFree with admission. \n \n Learn more about the exhibition URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/cabots-menagerie-tour/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Cabot-Menagerie-Tour.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250701T173019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T200041Z UID:10000539-1753810200-1753813800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Lecture: Public Art in Portsmouth DESCRIPTION:Did you know there are FOUR pieces of public art by Cabot Lyford in Portsmouth? Join us and learn more!\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Public Art Lecture\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Presenters\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Dwyer\nM. Christine “Chris” Dwyer is co-owner and Senior Vice President of RMC Research\, a national education consulting firm based in Portsmouth since 1985 where she has specialized in literacy\, early childhood policy and school improvement as well as research in arts and culture. She served seven terms on the Portsmouth City Council\, where she played key roles in major civic projects: co-chairing the Middle School renovation\, leading the Prescott Park master plan\, and fundraising for the African Burying Ground. Chris has been a prominent advocate and leader in arts and culture—founding chair of Art‑Speak\, chair of the NH State Council on the Arts\, Board president of the Currier Museum of Art and the Portsmouth Music Hall. She currently co-chairs Portsmouth’s Public Art Review Committee. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ernie Greenslade\nErnestine “Ernie” Greenslade is co-chair of the Portsmouth Public Art Review Committee (PARC)\, which was established in 2023 to champion high-quality public art for the city and advise on public art-related topics. Always a lover of art\, Ernie became involved with public art after retiring three years ago from her career in community college marketing and public relations. As chair of the PNH400 Legacy Committee\, Ernie and her small committee provided leadership for the creation of a maritime-themed sculpture garden in Bohenko Gateway Park\, which was unveiled as part of the 2023 anniversary celebration. A resident of Portsmouth since 1984\, Ernie loves her city and can’t imagine living anywhere else. She has served on the Prescott Park Board of Directors and as chair of the Portsmouth Public Library Board of Trustees. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gerry Ward\nGerald W. R. Ward\, PhD\, is the curator of the Portsmouth Historical Society and editor of the Portsmouth Marine Society Press. He is also the Katharine Lane Weems Senior Curator of American Decorative Arts and Sculpture Emeritus at the Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston\, and has contributed to many publications on American art and material culture as an author or editor. He is currently a Visiting Lecturer at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston and is serving his seventh term as a State Representative in New Hampshire. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/public-art-lecture/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Public-Art-Talk-7.29.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250609T194103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T194108Z UID:10000534-1752687000-1752692400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Adopt an Artifact Object Showcase DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special showcase featuring items in our 2025 Adopt an Artifact\nNow 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. \nJoin 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What is Adopt an Artifact?\nLearn more about this event and learn how your support can make a direct impact on our museum exhibition for 2026. \n \n Learn more about Adopt an Artifact\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP for the Object Showcase\nThis event is free and open to the public.\nRSVP is recommended.\nAdopt an Artifact is available for a limited time– help us bring history to life! \n \n RSVP via email URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/adopt-an-artifact-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Adopt-an-Artifact-2025.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T173000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250709T170115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T170355Z UID:10000443-1752255000-1752255000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-2-4/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T130000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250501T200056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T145956Z UID:10000440-1752235200-1752238800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-2-3/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250430T144630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201922Z UID:10000439-1749231000-1749234600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-2-2/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250415T181143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201826Z UID:10000438-1749211200-1749214800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour/2025-06-06/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250506T181006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T210916Z UID:10000456-1748178000-1748181600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Cabot Lyford’s 100th Birthday Tour DESCRIPTION:“Cabot Lyford’s 100th Birthday Family Exhibition Tour\nSunday\, May 25\, 1–2 pm\nCome 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. \n \n Learn more about the exhibition URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-family-tour/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/LyfordWindofChange.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250415T181143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201826Z UID:10000437-1746207000-1746210600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour/2025-05-02/2/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T200000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250422T135150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T150853Z UID:10000454-1746205200-1746216000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Contemporary Currents" Awards Ceremony DESCRIPTION:“Contemporary Currents” Awards Ceremony\nFriday\, April 4\, 5–8 pm\nJoin Portsmouth Historical Society and the New Hampshire Art Association for the Awards Ceremony for Contemporary Currents during Art Round Town on Friday\, May 2\, from 5–8 PM. This dynamic exhibition explores themes of advocacy and experimentation in art\, offering a contemporary response to Seacoast artist Cabot Lyford’s works on view in the adjoining gallery.\nEnjoy an evening of art\, conversation\, and community. All works are available for purchase\, with proceeds benefiting local artists\, Portsmouth Historical Society\, and the New Hampshire Art Association. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of artistic innovation! \nThis event is free and open to the public.\n \n Learn more about "Contemporary Currents"\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Browse and Buy Artwork\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n See what’s happening at the NHAA: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to the exhibition sponsors URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/nhaa-awards-25/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Contemporary-Currents-Awards-Reception-May-2-scaled.webp GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250415T181143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T201826Z UID:10000436-1746187200-1746190800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Winds of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.\nThis is a free tour\, no registration required. \nLearn more about the exhibition \n  URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour/2025-05-02/1/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T183000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250214T221820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T221825Z UID:10000412-1743787800-1743791400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:"Wind of Change" Curator Tour DESCRIPTION:A behind-the-scenes look at our current exhibition\nWalk 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. \nFinish your tour with a visit to the complementary\, contemporary exhibition upstairs featuring a juried selection of NHAA artists. \nTours happen at 12:00 and 5:30 pm.This is a free tour\, no registration required. \n \n Learn more about the exhibition URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lyford-curator-tour-4-4-pm/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lyford-Curator-Tours-event-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T200000 DTSTAMP:20260527T024221 CREATED:20250228T214621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T151407Z UID:10000415-1743786000-1743796800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception: "Contemporary Currents" DESCRIPTION:“Contemporary Currents” Opening Reception\nFriday\, April 4\, 5–8 pm\nJoin Portsmouth Historical Society and the New Hampshire Art Association for the opening reception of Contemporary Currents during Art Round Town on Friday\, April 4\, from 5–8 PM. This dynamic exhibition explores themes of advocacy and experimentation in art\, offering a contemporary response to Seacoast artist Cabot Lyford’s works on view in the adjoining gallery.\nEnjoy an evening of art\, conversation\, and community. All works are available for purchase\, with proceeds benefiting local artists\, Portsmouth Historical Society\, and the New Hampshire Art Association. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of artistic innovation! \nThis event is free and open to the public.\n \n Learn more about "Contemporary Currents"\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Browse and Buy Artwork\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n See what’s happening at the NHAA: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/contemporary-currents-reception/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Contemporary-Currents-Opening-Reception-web.png GEO:43.075448564665;-70.760680175025 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 01801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10 Middle Street:geo:-70.760680175025,43.075448564665 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR