Young Artist Contest

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

We invite our young visitors to explore their creativity with our 2nd annual Young Artists Contest! Come visit our two exhibitions, “Winds of Change,” which features the sculpture and paintings […]

Daily Walking Tours (May–October)

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

Learn why Portsmouth is the hub of the New Hampshire Seacoast!

Protest Button Making with NH Outright

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

Take part in an intergenerational protest button-making event for the LGBTQ+ community and allies.

Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour

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

Learn the untold stories of navigators, preachers, artists, authors, tavern keepers, and madams who defied stereotypes and shaped Portsmouth on this 90 minutes tour.

LGBTQ+ Walking Tour

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

Learn about the hidden history of LGBT clubs, organizations, and people who impacted the Seacoast of NH on this 90-minute walking tour.

John Paul Jones House Opens for 2025

John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States

We are thrilled to open our doors for the 2025 season starting the Thursday before Memorial Day. We will be open Thursday–Monday, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, last admission 4:30 pm.

Preservation Workshop: Energy-Efficent Windows

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

Learn how simple repairs can enhance the energy efficiency of your original windows.

Cabot Lyford’s 100th Birthday Family Exhibition Tour

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

Come join the Lyford family to celebrate Cabot’s 100th birthday for an exhibition tour and light refreshments.

Daily Walking Tours (May–October)

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

Learn why Portsmouth is the hub of the New Hampshire Seacoast on this 90 minute walking tour!

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