“A cultural hotbed on New Hampshire’s Seacoast” Canada.com
From historic homes and museums to an exciting contemporary visual art scene, from professional theater to innovative performance, Portsmouth has “an unparalleled wealth of arts, culture and historical assets” – Portsmouth Historical Society
Plan your visit to catch the fun! Here’s a quick peek at one of the summer’s favorite events for the very young to the very young-ish, the lively Prescott Park Arts Festival.
Visit Governor John Langdon House, Rundlet-May House, and Jackson House and experience over 300 years of Portsmouth history. Enjoy tours, public programs, exhibitions, and explore three unique landscapes.
143 Pleasant St.
Portsmouth, NH
Children's Activities, Historic, Park/Garden, Picnic Area, Portsmouth Downtown, Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Located on 3.5 acres in beautiful downtown Portsmouth, this beautiful park is open to the public year round and features, concerts, theater, food festivals, arts and cultural events, and fun family activities during the warmer months - with little to no admissions fees. 2015 Theater: Peter Pan!
105 Marcy St.
Portsmouth, NH
Children's Activities, Music, Park/Garden, Parking, Picnic Area, Handicap Access, Portsmouth Downtown, Live Performances, Movies/Film, Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Live Music, Teenage Activities
We are dedicated to increasing public understanding and enthusiasm for local history. Our trustees, staff, sponsors and members believe strongly that the uniqueness of Portsmouth is defined by history
10 Middle Street
Portsmouth, NH
Children's Activities, Historic, Park/Garden, Tour, Portsmouth Downtown, Gallery/Shop, Shopping, Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) is a nonprofit community music and visual arts school serving the greater Seacoast community. PMAC offers lessons, classes and ensembles for all ages.
973 Islington Street
Portsmouth, NH
Music, Live Performances, Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Live Music, Teenage Activities
New England Curiosities Ghost Tours have received national recognition for their quality, from accolades on the Travel Channel to recognition in the New York Times. Choose from four wickedly fun tour options and explore everything from the sordid history of the city's South End to the ghostly t...
64 State Street
Portsmouth, NH
Historic, Tour, Live Performances, Arts, Culture & Entertainment
The Music Hall is a performing arts center featuring curated entertainment from around the world in two theaters in its downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire campus - one, a landmark 1878 Victorian theater, designated an American Treasure for the Arts by the National Park Service’s Save America'...
28 Chestnut Street.
Portsmouth, NH
Children's Activities, Historic, Music, Portsmouth Downtown, Live Performances, Movies/Film, Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Live Music
Seacoast Repertory Theatre produces exceptional live theatre during three seasons and collaborates year round with regional community arts organizations.
125 Bow Street
Portsmouth, NH
Children's Activities, Music, Portsmouth Downtown, Live Performances, Movies/Film, Arts, Culture & Entertainment
112 Congress St.
Portsmouth, NH
Handicap Access, Portsmouth Downtown, Gallery/Shop, Shopping
The Children's Museum of NH is the perfect destination for families visiting the Seacoast area. Located in a riverfront park in the center of Dover, just 12 minutes north of Portsmouth, the museum sparks children's curiosity with unique hands-on exhibits and experiences.
The...
6 Washington St.
Dover, NH
Children's Activities, Music, Park/Garden, Picnic Area, Handicap Access, Active, Gallery/Shop, Live Performances, Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Live Music
Programs held throughout the tidal towns of the Piscataqua. Connect our maritime history with contemporary coastal issues such as water quality, habitat restoration, conservation, and stewardship.
Welcome aboard!
Sail on the Piscataqua, a traditional reproduction of the flat-b...
The gundalow Piscataqua is docked in Prescott Park,
Portsmouth, NH
Children's Activities, Historic, Music, Park/Garden, Tour, Cruise, Portsmouth Downtown, Gallery/Shop, Live Performances, Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Live Music