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Portrait on George Washington on the left with a large red, white, and blue firework behind it. Tour Dates: May 5 and 19, June 2, 16, and 30, July 7 and 21, August 4 and 18, September 1, 15, and 29, October 6 and 20. Tour times 2:30pm–4pm.

President Washington Walking Tour

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

This 90-minute walking tour walks in the footsteps of George Washington, stopping at many of the places he stayed or visited during his Presidential tour of New England that took place six months after his inauguration.

Image of downtown Portsmouth at the intersection of Market Square. The North Church steeple rises uup into the blue sky at left, a person is walking across the road and three story brick buildings line the right side of the street. Text reads "Daily Walking Tours"

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.

Portsmouth on Tap. Burgundy background with a faded image of beer taps. A brewery series inspired by Portsmouth history. Hosted by Earth Eagle Brewings. Thursday, November 16, 5 – 7 pm. Drink a beer inspired by the ride of Paul Revere and participate in historical trivia and games. In partnership with Portsmouth Historical Society

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.

Portsmouth on Tap. Burgundy background with a faded image of beer taps. A brewery series inspired by Portsmouth history. Hosted by Portsmouth Brewery. Thursday, December 14, 5 – 7 pm. Drink a beer inspired by the Portsmouth Fires and participate in historical trivia and games. In partnership with Portsmouth Historical Society

Canceled Portsmouth on Tap: The Portsmouth Brewery

The Portsmouth Brewery 56 Market St, Portsmouth, NH, United States

Join us for the final event in the Portsmouth on Tap series on December 14. This event is hosted by The Portsmouth Brewery and their brew is inspired by the Portsmouth Fires.

Background image of a park with six images of women at the bottom of the page. Text reads "Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour." Saturday, March 30 from 2:00–3:30 pm.

Women’s History Month Walking Tour

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

March is Women's History Month. Bundle up and join us for this special weekend edition of our Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour!

The Matter of Memory Curator Tour. Every first Friday at noon and 5:30 pm. Free.

Curator Tour

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

Go behind-the-scenes of our current exhibition.

The Matter of Memory Curator Tour. Every first Friday at noon and 5:30 pm. Free.

Curator Tour

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

Go behind-the-scenes on this tour of our current exhibition.

The Matter of Memory Curator Tour. Every first Friday at noon and 5:30 pm. Free.

Curator Tour

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

Go behind-the-scenes on this tour of our current exhibition.

From Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour. Tour Dates: May 3 and 17 June 7 and 21 July 5 and 19 August 2 and 16 September 6 and 20 October 4 and 18

Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour

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

See how a series of events in the 1770s fanned the flames of independence.

The Matter of Memory Curator Tour. Every first Friday at noon and 5:30 pm. Free.

Curator Tour

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

Go behind-the-scenes on this tour of our current exhibition.

Background image of a park with six images of women at the bottom of the page. Text reads "Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour. Tour Dates: May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, and, October 9. Tour times 2:30pm–4pm.

Women of Portsmouth Walking Tour

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

Walk away from this 90-minute tour surprised by all the ways that women have impacted Portsmouth.