Portsmouth Historical Society

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About Us

The Portsmouth Historical Society’s museums and programs connect the community to our past, present and future through collections, interpretation, education and preservation.

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Events

POETRY: Chance Poetry Workshop
  • Experiment with the written word at the Portsmouth Historical Society. A workshop for all levels of experience.
  • Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
ART: “Winds of Change” Lyford’s Art and Legacy
ART: “Winds of Change” Lyford’s Art and Legacy
  • Hear more about how Cabot Lyford left a lasting legacy on a younger generation of artists at this panel discussion hosted by the Portsmouth Historical Society.
  • Tuesday Sep 2, 2025
TOUR Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour
  • Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour of Portsmouth, NH before and during the American Revolution.
  • Friday Sep 5, 2025
FAMILY Sunprinting Fun
FAMILY Sunprinting Fun
  • Create beautiful images using your own treasured objects and the power of the sun at Portsmouth Historical Society's FREE September Family Day.
  • Saturday Sep 13, 2025
ART Painting with Paper: A Collage Workshop
ART Painting with Paper: A Collage Workshop
  • In this three-hour workshop, participants will experiment with various collage techniques and learn how to use paper as a 2D medium.
  • Sunday Sep 14, 2025
TOUR Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour
  • Loyalist to Liberty Walking Tour of Portsmouth, NH before and during the American Revolution.
  • Friday Oct 3, 2025