2023 Opening Day

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

Join us for the start of the 2023 season on April 1. Featured Exhibition: A Sense of Place, a companion exhibition to A History of Portsmouth NH in 101 Objects

April Book Sale

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

A row of books with the spines pointed away towards a green wall. One books sits on top of the others with the pages splayed open. Test Reads: April Book Sale, Stuff-a-Tote for just $25 Select books only, Shop anytime in April Read all year long

Spring Opening Reception

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

Whether you want to party like it’s 1623, the 1970s, or 2023 you’re invited to the Portsmouth Historical Society’s opening reception for its two major exhibitions.

Art ‘Round Town

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

We’ll be open until 8pm on April 7th for Art ‘Round Town! Free admission all day long. Visit our two most recent exhibitions "A Sense of Place" and "Reinventing Portsmouth" both are a part of Portsmouth's 400th anniversary celebrations.

Making Old New Again, Family Day

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

Come celebrate sustainable fashion for all ages at the Portsmouth Historical Society, as we look to the past for inspiration in creating and taking care of our clothing. Admission is free, pre-registration for workshops required.Mending with Maggie Ruth Kid's Workshop, ages 5+ 11am Explore the basics of sewing in this workshop designed for children ages 5 […]

“A Sense of Place” Curator Tour

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

Go behind the scenes with the curator(s) of "A Sense of Place" Spend an hour walking through our downstairs exhibition with the experts. Curators and museum staff will highlight behind-the-scenes exhibition creation, point out favorite items included, and add further information that just couldn't fit within or on the walls of our museum. Our curator […]

Family, Memory, Place: Writing Family Stories for Our Community

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

What family stories do you carry with you? This interactive workshop led by Maura MacNeil explores how the landscapes of our lives shape the stories that we tell.

Annual Meeting (Members Event)

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

We welcome all members to attend the 2023 Annual Meeting Date: Thursday, April 20Time: Doors open 5 p.m., meeting starts at 5:30 p.m.This meeting will take place both in person at 10 Middle Street and virtually on ZoomHear highlights from the 2022 season in our annual report.Learn about what Portsmouth Historical Society has planned for […]

Knit Happens

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

Join us for a monthly yarn circle!Register for April's Knit Happens

President Washington Walking Tour

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

Trace the footsteps of George Washington with this 90-minute walking tour.

Art ‘Round Town

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

We’ll be open until 8pm on May 5th for Art ‘Round Town! Free admission all day long. Visit our two most recent exhibitions "A Sense of Place" and "Reinventing Portsmouth" both are a part of Portsmouth's 400th anniversary celebrations. Enter our First Friday RaffleOur May raffle features a lovely straw sunhat paired with a lightweight […]

Read It and Eat! a Community Conversation

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

Register for Read It and Eat! a community conversation and meal inspired by the Black Trumpet cookbook. Copies of the cookbook are not included with registration. Please check your local library or bookshop for a copy! This cookbook is available at the Portsmouth, Kittery, Dover, and Hampton libraries. If you’re unable to access a copy, […]