Family programs
Happy Birthday John Paul Jones!
Portsmouth Historical Society 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesCelebrate the 275th birthday of the father of the American Navy on Sunday, July 10 from 12-2 pm at our John Paul Jones House
People’s Choice Voting Closes
Portsmouth Historical Society 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesPeople's Choice Voting Closes 12/14Categories include: most creative building materials, most whimsical, most attention to detail, and best in show.All ballots must be cast in-person at 10 Middle Street.Downtown Scavenger Hunt Take the fun downtown with our scavenger hunt. Collect all the stamps and enter to win a raffle of gift cards and prizes from […]
Gardening Family Day
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesGet a jump start on your garden, and spread some wildflowers at the Portsmouth Historical Society's May Family Day on Saturday, May 13, 11am–4pm. This is a free event, that takes place on the John Paul Jones Lawn.
John Paul Jones Birthday Bash
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United States276 has never looked this good! Join us on Sunday, July 9 for the John Paul Jones Birthday Bash. There will be lawn games and activities all day. Join us 12–2pm for a Color Guard demonstration and cake cutting.
Family Day: Gingerbread House Workshop
Portsmouth Historical Society 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesJoin us in the festive spirit and build a gingerbread house with us! Get expert tips and keep your kitchen at home pristine.
Gingerbread Smash
Portsmouth Historical Society 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesIf you have some post-holiday feelings you need to channel, we’ve got gingerbread houses that need smashing.
Colonial Field Day
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesStep back in time and join us for a morning of old-fashioned yard games.
Coastal Critters Family Day
John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH, United StatesHands-on activities teach all about our magnificent oceans and the creatures that live there!