• Young Artists 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 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, […]

  • Opening Day!

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

    We reopen starting April 1 with "Winds of Change" a retrospective of the work of Cabot Lyford and a corresponding juried exhibition entitled "Contemporary Currents" put on in partnership with the NHAA.

  • “Winds of Change” Curator Tour

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

    Join Guest Curator Rachel Walls as she leads this tour, giving insight into Cabot Lyford as an artist.

  • Opening Reception: “Contemporary Currents”

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

    Experience this dynamic exhibition that explores themes of advocacy and experimentation in art, put on in partnership with NHAA.

  • “Wind of Change” Curator Tour

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

    Join Guest Curator Rachel Walls as she leads this tour, giving insight into Cabot Lyford as an artist.

  • Family Day: Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals

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

    Enjoy a performance from Lindsay and her Puppet Pals! Register for our Family Day Thank you to our event sponsor:

  • How to Research Your Historic Property

    Portsmouth Public Library 175 Parrot Ave, Portsmouth, NH, United States

    Learn about commemorating and preserving unique history of your home.

  • Homeschool Program: African Burying Grounds

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

    Take the learning to the nearby African Burying Grounds for our April homeschool program.

  • Annual Meeting (Member Event)

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

    We welcome all members to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting

  • 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 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, […]

  • 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!

  • Community Fundraiser Night at Ore Nell’s

    Ore Nell's Kittery 2 Badgers Island West, Kittery, ME, United States

    Join us at Ore Nell's in Kittery where 20% of dine-in sales help support our museum.