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!

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!

Art Round Town with Priscilla French

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

Join us for free First Fridays and extended hours during Art Round Town. This month we will have local artist Priscilla French join us from 5–6pm.

Family Day: Portsmouth on Foot

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

Explore Portsmouth! Learn about our city on this family-friendly walking tour, complete with a scavenger hunt.

NH Gives

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

Help us keep history alive! Participate in New Hampshire Gives by donating to us supports our programs, exhibitions, preservation efforts and growth.

Art in Bloom Garden Party

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

Bloom into history with our first annual Art in Bloom event at John Paul Jones House. Celebrate the creative fusion of fine art and floral design at our garden party!

Art in Bloom

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

Celebrate art and flowers at Art in Bloom, June 12–16 at John Paul Jones House. Stunning floral displays inspired by historic objects and art!

Museum Closed

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

The museum will be closed on Juneteenth to focus on citywide celebrations.

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