BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Portsmouth Historical Society - ECPv6.15.20//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:20250607T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090521 CREATED:20250403T151034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T185421Z UID:10000421-1749294000-1749304800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Family Day: Portsmouth on Foot DESCRIPTION:Explore Portsmouth during Preservation Month!\nRescheduled to Saturday\, June 7\n \n \n \n \n \n RRSVP to Portsmouth on Foot (our May Family Day)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThank you to our event sponsor: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/portsmouth-on-foot/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/May-Family-Day-2025-Family-Walking-Tour-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:20260425T090521 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:20250606T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090521 CREATED:20250519T213625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T213631Z UID:10000482-1749229200-1749240000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Art Round Town with Priscilla French DESCRIPTION:We’ll be open until 8 p.m. every First Friday for Art ‘Round Town!\nFree admission all day long.\nVisit our most recent exhibition\, “Cabot Lyford: Winds of Change” and view highlights from our permanent collection in our “Past & Present” exhibition. \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 Artist:\nPriscilla French began sketching as a young girl using pastels and paints and took a life-changing drawing class in college that opened her eyes to different ways of seeing. Since moving to Portsmouth\, NH in 1985 she has studied watercolor consistently with esteemed teachers and artists Doris Rice\, DeWitt Hardy and Russell Whitten – and will never stop! She has taught both studio art and art history at the high school level and was recently accepted as a juried member of the New Hampshire Art Association.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t forget about our free curator tours!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n May 2026"Betty & Barney" Curator TourMay 1\, 2026 12:00 pm "Betty & Barney" Curator TourMay 1\, 2026 5:30 pm June 2026Curator Tour "Revolutionary Portsmouth"June 5\, 2026 12:00 pm Curator Tour “Revolutionary Portsmouth”June 5\, 2026 5:30 pm URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/art-june-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Welcome Center & Museum Shop Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Art-Round-Town.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:20250606T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090521 CREATED:20250512T190435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191331Z UID:10000459-1749220200-1749225600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:From Loyalist to Liberty\nSemi-Monthly at 2:30 pm\nFirst and third Fridays of the month\nThis 90-minute walking tour traces the path of Portsmouth during the 1770s. From a hub of British loyalty\, a series of events in the 1770s fanned the flames of independence and turned Portsmouth into a hotbed of Patriotism.\n \nBook your walking tour!\nTour Description:\nLearn about British settlement of the Seacoast and the economic prosperity that made Portsmouth the capital city of the royal colony and then see how the events of the 1770s changed public opinion to that of revolution. During your 90-minute walk\, you will visit sites that are related to the American Revolution including: North Church and State House Plaque\, Queen’s Chapel\, Liberty Pole\, Pitt Tavern\, and more. \nWalking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.\nAll tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.\nOnline reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.\nUpgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/loyalist-to-liberty-tour/2025-06-06/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Loyalist-to-Liberty-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:20250606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090521 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;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTSTAMP:20260425T090521 CREATED:20250421T155918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T160146Z UID:10000450-1748736000-1756684799@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Daily Walking Tours (May–October) DESCRIPTION:Daily Walking Tours\nWalking Through 400 Years of History\nDaily at 10:30 amSaturday and the 2nd and 4th Friday at 2:30 pmThis daily 90-minute walking tour covers the streets\, stories\, buildings\, and architecture of historic downtown Portsmouth. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book your walking tour!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tour Description:\nLearn why Portsmouth is the hub of the New Hampshire Seacoast! Our downtown is filled with hidden treasures. Our knowledgeable walking tour guides will introduce you to the city’s rich past and lively present—a unique mix of architecture\, specialty shops\, and bustling streets nestled in a village-like setting. This 90-minute guided walking tour is sure to bring the history of Portsmouth alive! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Walking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.All tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.Online reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.Upgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/daily-walking-tours-summer-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Daily-Walking-Tours.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:20260425T090521 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:20250523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090521 CREATED:20250418T202448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T155222Z UID:10000448-1748023200-1748026800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Preservation Workshop: Energy-Efficent Windows DESCRIPTION:Sustainability and Preservation are a perfect pair!\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP to "Five Easy Ways To Energy Efficient Windows"\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 Presenter\nWindow Woman of New England was founded in 2003 by Alison Hardy. The inspiration for the business stemmed from years of frustration while residing in old houses with drafty\, broken windows\, coupled with dissatisfaction with available replacement options. Rooted in Yankee thrift\, it seemed illogical to discard windows brimming with charm and character simply because they were weathered or painted shut. After enduring years of trial and error\, extensive research\, and growing disillusionment with her career in the textile industry\, Alison began refurbishing not only her windows but also those of friends and eventually paying clients. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/window-workshop/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Window-Workshop-5.23-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:20250522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250114T210913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T162337Z UID:10000407-1747908000-1747929600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:John Paul Jones House Opens for 2025 DESCRIPTION:Thursday–Monday\n11:00 am – 5:00 pm\nlast admission 4:30 pm \nOpen Memorial Day weekend through Indigenous Peoples’ Day \nAlso open on Veterans Day with free admission for all\nNovember 11th\, 11:00 am–3:00 pm URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/jpj-2025/ LOCATION:John Paul Jones House\, 43 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States CATEGORIES:John Paul Jones Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/JPJ-side-angle3.jpg GEO:43.075277514372;-70.76022445749 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 03801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43 Middle Street:geo:-70.76022445749,43.075277514372 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T163000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250602T175141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T180257Z UID:10000516-1747837800-1747845000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Along the Waterfront Walking Tour DESCRIPTION: \n \n\n Along the Waterfront\nTwice a Month at 2:30 pm\nThird and fourth Wednesdays of the month\nStretch your legs on our longest walking tour! This two-hour tour includes Prescott Park\, the working waterfront\, the tugboats\, a bit of beer history and more. Born and bred Portsmouth local\, Ron Sher\, adds personal anecdotes and depth to this extended tour.\n \n \n\n Walking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.\nAll tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.\nOnline reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.\nUpgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/along-the-waterfront-walking-tour/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours 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:20250518T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250401T172810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T172816Z UID:10000419-1747578600-1747584000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:“Gay” Old Times: Stories of Portsmouth’s LGBTQ+ Community\nAdditional Pride Month walking tour begins at 10:00 amEnds in time to attend the Portsmouth Pride ParadeLearn about the hidden history of LGBT clubs\, organizations\, and people who impacted the Seacoast of NH on this 90-minute walking tour. \nLearn about other Pride Month events.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book your walking tour!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tour Description:\nTour guide Tom Kaufhold will take you through Portsmouth for this engaging 90-minute tour. You will pass by many beautiful historic sites and learn some important facts about Portsmouth LGBTQ+ people\, places and events\, including: \n\nHow UNH and the NH Supreme Court impacted Portsmouth’s LGBTQ+ community\nWhere the first gay and women’s bars were in Portsmouth\nThe restaurant credited with starting Portsmouth’s restaurant renaissance\nThe church that supported two LGBTQ+ organizations for decades.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Walking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.All tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.Online reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.Upgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/lgbtq-tour-5-18/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/LGBTQ-Tour-2025-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:20250516T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250512T190435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191331Z UID:10000458-1747405800-1747411200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:From Loyalist to Liberty\nSemi-Monthly at 2:30 pm\nFirst and third Fridays of the month\nThis 90-minute walking tour traces the path of Portsmouth during the 1770s. From a hub of British loyalty\, a series of events in the 1770s fanned the flames of independence and turned Portsmouth into a hotbed of Patriotism.\n \nBook your walking tour!\nTour Description:\nLearn about British settlement of the Seacoast and the economic prosperity that made Portsmouth the capital city of the royal colony and then see how the events of the 1770s changed public opinion to that of revolution. During your 90-minute walk\, you will visit sites that are related to the American Revolution including: North Church and State House Plaque\, Queen’s Chapel\, Liberty Pole\, Pitt Tavern\, and more. \nWalking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.\nAll tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.\nOnline reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.\nUpgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/loyalist-to-liberty-tour/2025-05-16/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Loyalist-to-Liberty-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:20250516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250114T201505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T155331Z UID:10000406-1747389600-1747404000@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: Visit the John Paul Jones House DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit to the John Paul Jones House that shows historic preservation in action!\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Homeschool History Program Friday\, May 16th! URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/homeschool-may16/ LOCATION:John Paul Jones House\, 43 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Homeschool-Days-May-web.png GEO:43.075277514372;-70.76022445749 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street Portsmouth NH 03801 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=43 Middle Street:geo:-70.76022445749,43.075277514372 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250401T161208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T161214Z UID:10000418-1747233000-1747238400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour\nLearn the untold stories of navigators\, preachers\, artists\, authors\, tavern keepers\, and madams who defied stereotypes and shaped Portsmouth on this 90 minutes tour. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Women's History Month Walking Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tour Description:\n For over 400 years women have been shaping the course of Portsmouth’s history. After the 90-minute walking tour\, we hope you will walk away surprised by all the ways that women have impacted the fabric of this city. Your tour will cover almost two miles including Prescott Park and the Old Harbor. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Walking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.All tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.Online reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/women-tour-5-14/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Womens-Walking-Tour-2025-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:20250513T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T193000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250404T175803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T155346Z UID:10000427-1747159200-1747164600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Protest Button Making with NH Outright DESCRIPTION:Take part in this Intergenerational Protest Button Making\nOn May 13th from 6:00-7:30 pm at Portsmouth Historical Society we will be having an intergenerational protest button-making event for the LGBTQ+ community and allies. We will take inspiration from the protest art of earlier eras. Come for music\, community\, and more! This is in collaboration with the Portsmouth Historical Society\, AIDS Response Seacoast\, and the Seacoast LGBT History Project. \n \n Check NH Outright for updates\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n image from New York Public Library\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Organized by:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In partnership with: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/button-making/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Welcome Center & Museum Shop Programs 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:20250508T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250403T184847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T184853Z UID:10000422-1746718200-1746723600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Afterschool Arts DESCRIPTION:Take chances! Get creative! Make art!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for After School Arts URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/afterschool-arts-5-8/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Afterschool-Arts-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:20250507T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250402T193033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T155200Z UID:10000420-1746639000-1746644400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Sustainability in Historic Preservation Panel DESCRIPTION:Preservation practices and a sustainable future work hand in hand\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP to "Advocacy and Environment: Sustainability in Historic Preservation"\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Rodney Rowland\nRodney Rowland is the Director of Environmental Sustainability at Strawbery Banke Museum. He began his career at this important\, National Register listed site in Portsmouth over 30 years ago. Over those years\, he has worked to make the museum more financially sustainable while broadening the visitor experience. His focus is now on overcoming what is\, arguably\, the biggest challenge the museum has ever faced\, adapting for increased impacts from flooding. Part of this is public outreach and assistance. Teaching others what we do and learn at Strawbery Banke Museum so that they can\, in turn\, help themselves and their community.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n David Reidmiller\nDr. Dave Reidmiller is the Chief Impact Officer at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute. Dave joined GMRI in 2020 to launch and lead a new Climate Center focused on delivering climate services to coastal and marine stakeholders. He was appointed as a climate advisor to the Biden-Harris Presidential Transition Team. Prior to joining GMRI\, Dave served in a number of climate science policy positions in the federal government\, including as Director of the Northeast & Southeast Climate Adaptation Science Centers at the U.S. Geological Survey\, Director of the Fourth National Climate Assessment with the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy\, and as Chief Climate Scientist at the State Department where he led U.S. negotiations on science and technology for the Paris Agreement.\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 Johanna Lyons\nJohanna Lyons is the State Park Planner and Land Use Administrator for the NH Division of Parks and Recreation. Starting her state park career as a field manager at Hampton Beach State Park she has developed her career within the Division and has been the planner since 2003. A majority of the State Park facilities are greater than 50 years old and much of the park infrastructure is eligible for the National Register. In addition\, the parks contain cultural resources\, special habitats and natural features. Balancing public use and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources is a daily negotiation. Ms. Lyons is a resident of Portsmouth\, growing up downtown during the revitalization of Market Square.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Joie Grandbois\nJoie Grandbois is the Director of Sustainability for Historic New England. Joie is a skilled storyteller who excels in conveying complex environmental concepts with clarity and passion. Born and raised in New England\, she has witnessed the impacts of climate change and observed the remarkable recovery of rivers and forests due to environmental legislation. Her firsthand experience of New England’s changing climate led Joie to leverage her deep-rooted connection to the region and her background in environmental economics consulting to become a powerful advocate for environmental stewardship. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/historic-preservation-panel/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Sustainability-Panel-5.7-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:20250504T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250404T151226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T020902Z UID:10000423-1746360000-1746374400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Children's Day: Young Artist Contest Crafts DESCRIPTION:Get creative with this special Children’s Day craft\nJoin us this Children’s Day with free admission for all! While you’re visiting\, come check out our crafting space and create an entry for our Young Artists Contest. Our contest is open for children ages 7-18 years old\, and we have categories for both writing and visual arts. Entrants choose a piece from our exhibitions (“Winds of Change\,” “Contemporary Currents\,” or “Past and Present”)\, and then use that piece as inspiration to create their own work of art. Winners and honorable mentions will receive prizes from Blick Art Materials and Nahcotta\, and have the opportunity to have their pieces displayed at the Historical Society.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn more about the Young Artist's Contest\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n View more Children's Day Activities URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/childrens-day-2025/ LOCATION:NH CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Childrens-Day-2025-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 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:20260425T090522 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:20250502T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250512T190435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191331Z UID:10000457-1746196200-1746201600@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:From Loyalist to Liberty\nSemi-Monthly at 2:30 pm\nFirst and third Fridays of the month\nThis 90-minute walking tour traces the path of Portsmouth during the 1770s. From a hub of British loyalty\, a series of events in the 1770s fanned the flames of independence and turned Portsmouth into a hotbed of Patriotism.\n \nBook your walking tour!\nTour Description:\nLearn about British settlement of the Seacoast and the economic prosperity that made Portsmouth the capital city of the royal colony and then see how the events of the 1770s changed public opinion to that of revolution. During your 90-minute walk\, you will visit sites that are related to the American Revolution including: North Church and State House Plaque\, Queen’s Chapel\, Liberty Pole\, Pitt Tavern\, and more. \nWalking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.\nAll tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.\nOnline reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.\nUpgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/loyalist-to-liberty-tour/2025-05-02/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Loyalist-to-Liberty-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:20250502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 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:20250501T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250414T182404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T182410Z UID:10000435-1746115200-1746133200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Community Fundraiser Night at Ore Nell's DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy great BBQ and make a difference in your community—one bite at a time!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, May 1\, 2025\nJoin us for a delicious way to support the Portsmouth Historical Society! From 4:00 to 9:00 PM\, Ore Nell’s in Kittery will generously donate 20% of all dine-in sales to help fund our exhibitions\, education programs\, and preservation initiatives. \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/fundraiser-ore-nells/ LOCATION:Ore Nell’s Kittery\, 2 Badgers Island West\, Kittery\, ME\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Ore-Nells-Web-Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250404T180227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T180232Z UID:10000428-1746057600-1748735999@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Daily Walking Tours (May–October) DESCRIPTION:Daily Walking Tours\nWalking Through 400 Years of History\nDaily at 10:30 am\nSaturday and the 2nd and 4th Friday at 2:30 pm\nThis daily 90-minute walking tour covers the streets\, stories\, buildings\, and architecture of historic downtown Portsmouth.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book your walking tour!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tour Description:\nLearn why Portsmouth is the hub of the New Hampshire Seacoast! Our downtown is filled with hidden treasures. Our knowledgeable walking tour guides will introduce you to the city’s rich past and lively present—a unique mix of architecture\, specialty shops\, and bustling streets nestled in a village-like setting. This 90-minute guided walking tour is sure to bring the history of Portsmouth alive! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Walking Tour Rates:\nTours are $15 for members\, $20 for non-members\, $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18\, Seniors 62+\, Students\, Portsmouth Residents)\, and free for children 5 and under.All tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth NH.Online reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.Upgrade your ticket for just $5 to also visit our galleries and John Paul Jones House. URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/daily-walking-tours-may-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Walking Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Daily-Walking-Tours.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;VALUE=DATE:20250501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250404T152250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T152122Z UID:10000424-1746057600-1748735999@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Young Artist Contest DESCRIPTION:We invite our young visitors to explore their creativity with our 2nd annual Young Artists Contest!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Come visit our two exhibitions\, “Winds of Change\,” which features the sculpture and paintings of artist Cabot Lyford\, and “Contemporary Currents\,” which features many local artists across different mediums\, and find a piece that inspires you. Take that inspiration\, create your own piece of writing or visual art\, and submit it to our contest to be eligible for a prize\, which includes a gift certificate from Blick Art Materials!\n \n Enter the contest!\n \n Preview the exhibition from home\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Submissions are broken down into the following age divisions:\nAges 7 – 10\nAges 11 – 14\nAges 15 – 18 \nA winner and an honorable mention will be chosen for each age division in the categories of writing and visual art. Winners and honorable mentions will have the opportunity for their work to be displayed at the Portsmouth Historical Society. \nThe contest will be open from April 1st through May 31st. There will be a reception for all entrants and their families at the Historical Society at 5:30pm on June 13\, 2025.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Content Note\n While this exhibition does not contain anything graphic or obscene\, please be aware that there are five pieces on display that depict female nudity.\n \n \n \n \n \n What kind of art can I submit?\n Writing: Short stories\, poems\, plays/dialogue\, newspaper articles\, essays\, imagined interviews\, and more are all potential options! Writing submissions have a max word count of 2\,000. Visual Art: Any medium can be submitted\, including (but not limited to) paint\, colored pencils\, charcoal\, pastels\, photography\, collage\, etc. Visual art will need to be photographed to be submitted. Please make sure your artwork is well lit and against a plain background. Have another idea? Reach out to sarah@portsmouthhistory.org with any questions!\n \n \n \n \n \n How do I submit my art?\n You can fill out our submission form online\, or print out a paper form and drop it off or mail it to the Historical Society. Entries should be mailed to: Portsmouth Historical Society Sarah Robbitts-Terry 10 Middle Street Portsmouth\, NH 03801 We can’t wait to see your work! \n \n \n \n \n \n Is there a limit to number of submissions?\n Each artist may submit up to three pieces of art\, but each piece must be submitted with a separate form.\n \n \n Enter the Young Artist's Contest!\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nThank you to our prize sponsors: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/yac2025m/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Young-Artists-Contest-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:20250424T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250225T195754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T195759Z UID:10000414-1745515800-1745519400@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting (Member Event) DESCRIPTION:We welcome all members to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting\nInvitations will be sent via email to members. Members are welcome to join us for a report of our 2024 seasons\, a curator tour of “Cabot Lyford: Winds of Change\,” and light refreshments as we celebrate all we have achieved in the past year.  \nThis is a free event open to all Portsmouth Historical Society Members. No registration is required. \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 Not yet a member? \nEnjoy free museum admission\, discounts on museum events and walking tours\, 10% off museum sore purchases\, and more!  \n \n Become a Member! URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/annual-meeting-2025/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Welcome Center & Museum Shop Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Annual-Meeting-2025-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:20250418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250114T200800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T200805Z UID:10000405-1744970400-1744984800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: African Burying Grounds DESCRIPTION:Learn more about New Hampshire’s Black History and take a nearby field trip.\n \n \n \n \n \n Register for the Homeschool History Program on Friday\, April 18! URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/homeschool-april18/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Homeschool-Days-April-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:20250413T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250303T215759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T154607Z UID:10000416-1744552800-1744552800@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:How to Research Your Historic Property DESCRIPTION:Get started on your historic plaque journey\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP to the Portsmouth Plaques Program Library Event\n \n \n \n \n \n Portsmouth Historic Plaque Program\nLearn more about the program and sign up to start your plaque research. \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 Learn more about our program partner and see their full list of events: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/plaques_ppl_4-13/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Public Library\, 175 Parrot Ave\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 03801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Plaque-Program-April-13-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T090522 CREATED:20250220T201418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T194954Z UID:10000413-1744452000-1744459200@portsmouthhistory.org SUMMARY:Family Day: Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a performance from Lindsay and her Puppet Pals! \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for our Family Day\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThank you to our event sponsor: URL:https://portsmouthhistory.org/event/family-day-puppets/ LOCATION:Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street\, 10 Middle Street\, Portsmouth\, NH\, 01801\, United States CATEGORIES:Education Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://portsmouthhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/April-12-Family-Day-2025-Puppets-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:20260425T090522 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 END:VCALENDAR