
Portsmouth Historical Society
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Hours:
Ope April–December, seven days a week, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Driving Directions:
Located on the corner of Islington & Middle Street.
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
- 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
- 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
- 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