• Closing Early

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

    We will be closing at 1 p.m. on November 12.

  • Intro to Pastel

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

    Join our own Donna Theodossiou for a beginner's lesson in pastels! Donna is a self-taught artist who loves exploring the beauty of the world around her through her art. Learn more about Donna on her website, Color in the Fog Studio.Register for our Intro to Pastels Workshop!

  • Portsmouth History Homeschool Program

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

    Investigate artifacts from the colonial period, and try out some modern-day versions to see how these objects would have been used.

  • Gingerbread Participant Registration Ends

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

    Be a part of this beloved Portsmouth tradition and register to enter your gingerbread creation.

  • “It’s Pastel” Exhibition Closes

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

    Final day to view the 2024 "It's Pastel!" National Juried Show.

  • Museum Closed

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

    Museum Closed on Thursday, November 28.

  • Gingerbread Exhibition Opens!

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

    Enjoy gingerbread houses featuring holiday memories at the 34th Annual Gingerbread Contest!

  • Members Sip & Shop

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

    Join us for a fun and exclusive holiday shopping experience!

  • Gingerbread Reception and Judges’ Awards

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

    Celebrate the sweetest time of year at our Gingerbread Opening Reception and find out who won the Judge's Awards.

  • Open Late for Shop & Stroll

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

    Enjoy the gingerbread exhibition as we remain open until 9 pm for those enjoying the Holiday Parade and Shop & Stroll.

  • Members-Only Gingerbread Event

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

    Become a member and enjoy this special viewing of the Gingerbread exhibition (before all the crowds).