Knit Happens

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

Get Hooked on History! Whether you are a seasoned knitter or if you’re new to casting on, bring your projects or start fresh at the Portsmouth Historical Society’s social yarn circle every 4th Friday from 2:30 – 3:30 pm!

“A Sense of Place” Exhibition Final Day

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

Make sure to visit before October 28 to see the companion exhibition to "The History of Portsmouth in 101 Objects"

“It’s Pastel!” Pastel Society of NH Reception

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

Join the Pastel Society of New Hampshire for their annual juried exhibition, meet the artists, and hear the announcement of the award-winning submissions.

Daily Walking Tour (Season Extended)

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

This daily 90-minute walking tour covers the streets, stories, buildings, and architecture of historic downtown Portsmouth.

Brewster Series: Bark Basket Making Workshop

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

Learn traditional bark basket making techniquesRegister for Community Bark Basket MakingPhotos by Ted B. Sierad, Ed & Helen PelletierLearn about our workshop leader, Jennifer Lee Artist Statement: These bark baskets […]

Family Day: Gingerbread House Workshop

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

Join us in the festive spirit and build a gingerbread house with us! Get expert tips and keep your kitchen at home pristine.

JPJ Open on Veterans Day

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

The John Paul Jones House will be open on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11 from 11 am to 3 pm free of charge.

Portsmouth on Tap: Earth Eagle

Earth Eagle Brewing 175 High St, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Join us at the November 16 event in the Portsmouth on Tap series. This event is hosted by Earth Eagle and their brew is inspired by the Portsmouth ride of Paul Revere.

Gingerbread Contest Registration Closes

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

Hurry up and register to enter the gingerbread contest before registration ends!

Museum Closed-Thanksgiving

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

Portsmouth Historical Society Closed 11/23 The historical society will be closed on Thursday, November 23 in observation of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen the next day, Friday, November 24 […]