Events
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Art Round Town
Join us for free First Fridays and extended hours during Art Round Town.
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Family Day: Gingerbread Workshop
Port City Makerspace 68 Morning St, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesThis hands-on gingerbread workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner.
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John Paul Jones- Free Visit Day
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesJohn Paul Jones will open for one final time in 2026 on Veterans Day. The historic property will be open 10am-3pm, free of charge.
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Evening Gingerbread Workshop
Port City Makerspace 68 Morning St, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesThis hands-on gingerbread workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels, inviting you to unleash your inner architect and confectioner.
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Ten Piscataqua Writers 2026 Book Event
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesCongratulate the contributors in poetry, fiction, and nonfiction from established and emerging voices in the Piscataqua region’s writing community.
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Museum Closed- Thanksgiving Day
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesMuseum closed for Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Friday, November 28 with the opening of our 35th Annual Gingerbread Exhibition.
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35th Annual Gingerbread Contest Opens!
Step into a world where gingerbread meets imagination! For 2025, we’re looking for bold, unexpected creations in The Great Gingerbread Experiment.
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Community Night: Flatbread
Flatbread Company 138 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesSupport the historical society by going to Flatbread Company on Tuesday, December 2. Between 4–9pm we receive up to $3 for every pizza sold.
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Member Sip n’ Shop
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesMember Sip n' Shop. Enjoy up to 20% discounts, raffles, and door prizes, plus light refreshments.
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Homeschool Day: Celia Thaxter & Poetry
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesLearn about Celia Thaxter and her history with the Isles of Shoals. We’ll also take a look at her poetry and try our hand at writing about the places we love.
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Gingerbread Reception and Awards Party
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesJoin us for a sweet evening as we announce the Judge's Award winners and officially kick-off the Gingerbread Exhibition.
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Open Late for Shop & Stroll
Portsmouth Historical Society at 10 Middle Street 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesShop the museum store or take a break from the cold and enjoy the Gingerbread Exhibition. We will be open until 9 p.m.