Portsmouth Historical Society tells Portsmouth stories. 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 the city's past.

Description:
Our mission is to provide a central city location where, in cooperation with other historic groups, we can introduce, interpret, and stimulate the study of Portsmouth history. We own and operate the John Paul Jones House museum which serves as a museum of Portsmouth history.
We provide tours of the house from late May to October 6 days a week. Over 3000 visitors come through the house each year. We have a free public lecture series during the season. We partner with other historic organizations in town for the Twilight Tour each August. Our historic garden is open to the public for free during daylight hours. Our garden is also available for private parties or for nonprofit organizations events.

History:
The Portsmouth Historical Society, founded in 1917, operates the John Paul Jones House as a museum of Portsmouth history and offers its members and the public a wide range of programming. We invite you to visit us 43 Middle Street or here online to learn more about the fascinating past of Portsmouth and the Piscatqua region.

Contact person: Peter Narbonne, President, (phone), (email)
Office fax number: 603 436 8420 (call first)

Address:

43 Middle Street Portsmouth, NH 03801 (See a map)

Directions:

The John Paul Jones house, home of the Portsmouth Historical Society, is located in downtown Portsmouth on 43 Middle St. at the corner of Middle and State Street. It is near the Portsmouth Public libary and the Rockingham condominiums.

Miscellaneous Information

Name of Executive Director (or equivalent) if not listed above:
	Peter Narbonne
Type of organization
	Nonprofit 501(c)3
Is your organization a Health and Human Service agency?
	No