
Upcoming events.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Tour (Tuesdays Only)
Visitors to Strawbery Banke on Tuesdays can join an expert guide and explore three centuries of New England History. This 90-minute guided tour highlights four historic homes, each offering a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Rumblings of Revolution Homeschool Day
Experience what life was like for people who lived through the American Revolution. Join Museum experts and professional Museum educators as they share their passion and ignite curiosity through a series of hands-on workshops and site-wide activities. Workshops designed for ages 5-13+.

Guided Tour (Tuesdays Only)
Visitors to Strawbery Banke on Tuesdays can join an expert guide and explore three centuries of New England History. This 90-minute guided tour highlights four historic homes, each offering a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past.

Ghosts on the Banke —A Family-Friendly Halloween
Step into Halloween magic as you trick-or-treat outdoors from house to historic house, guided by the glow of carved pumpkins, candle boxes, and string lights in Portsmouth's oldest waterfront neighborhood.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Ghosts on the Banke —A Family-Friendly Halloween
Step into Halloween magic as you trick-or-treat outdoors from house to historic house, guided by the glow of carved pumpkins, candle boxes, and string lights in Portsmouth's oldest waterfront neighborhood.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Tour (Tuesdays Only)
Visitors to Strawbery Banke on Tuesdays can join an expert guide and explore three centuries of New England History. This 90-minute guided tour highlights four historic homes, each offering a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past.

Ghosts on the Banke —A Family-Friendly Halloween
Step into Halloween magic as you trick-or-treat outdoors from house to historic house, guided by the glow of carved pumpkins, candle boxes, and string lights in Portsmouth's oldest waterfront neighborhood.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Ghosts on the Banke —A Family-Friendly Halloween
Step into Halloween magic as you trick-or-treat outdoors from house to historic house, guided by the glow of carved pumpkins, candle boxes, and string lights in Portsmouth's oldest waterfront neighborhood.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Living on Turtle Island Homeschool Program
Discover New Hampshire’s Indigenous heritage by exploring Abenaki culture! Try your hand at storytelling, learn how to care for New England’s natural resources, build a model of a wigwam, make delicious pemmican, and play a traditional guessing game. Designed for ages 7-11.

One-Day Scarf Weaving Workshop
Join the expert weavers at Strawbery Banke Museum for a one-day workshop to create a handwoven scarf, approximately 8 inches wide and up to 60 inches long, from start to finish. This session is suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike and provides an opportunity to craft a unique piece for yourself or as a holiday gift.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

One-Day Scarf Weaving Workshop
Join the expert weavers at Strawbery Banke Museum for a one-day workshop to create a handwoven scarf, approximately 8 inches wide and up to 60 inches long, from start to finish. This session is suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike and provides an opportunity to craft a unique piece for yourself or as a holiday gift.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

One-Day Scarf Weaving Workshop
Join the expert weavers at Strawbery Banke Museum for a one-day workshop to create a handwoven scarf, approximately 8 inches wide and up to 60 inches long, from start to finish. This session is suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike and provides an opportunity to craft a unique piece for yourself or as a holiday gift.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

A History of Thanksgiving Homeschool Program
Discover how Thanksgiving transcended time, place and culture to become the uniquely American holiday celebrated today.Designed for children ages 6-12. Those ages 6 to 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. 9-12 year olds can participate without an accompanying adult.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

One-Day Scarf Weaving Workshop
Join the expert weavers at Strawbery Banke Museum for a one-day workshop to create a handwoven scarf, approximately 8 inches wide and up to 60 inches long, from start to finish. This session is suitable for beginners and experienced participants alike and provides an opportunity to craft a unique piece for yourself or as a holiday gift.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Daylight Stroll
Enjoy all the same holiday magic as our evening Stroll. Beautifully decorated historic houses, costumed roleplayers, festive performances, and traditional demonstrations shine in the glow of a mid-December afternoon.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.

Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.


Rebels & Revolutionaries: A Virtual Homeschool Program
Explore key moments in the founding of the United States through hands-on work with primary sources and historical readings.

Seacoast Skating with the Stars
Watch skating routines by local "stars" paired with professional skaters from Ice Dance International. Choreographed by Douglas Webster, Ice Dance International & Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond Artistic Director, local "stars" are paired with IDI pros in a skate-off for audience votes.

Writing History: A Virtual Homeschool Program
Discover the art of creative writing through the lens of history.

Tails Through Time Vacation Camp
Young time-travelers discover how animals have been friends, helpers, and heroes throughout American history.

Tails Through Time Vacation Camp
Young time-travelers discover how animals have been friends, helpers, and heroes throughout American history.

Stories Alive Homeschool Program
Venture into the past using books as the time machine! Each day of this class begins with a lively picture book about an amazing individual or historical event, which sets the scene for expeditions through Strawbery Banke’s gardens, houses, and grounds. Designed for ages 5–8.

Archaeology Adventure Homeschool Program
Uncover the secrets of the past left behind by people from long ago. Students learn the basics of archaeological investigation as they take part in a realistic simulated excavation. Designed for ages 9–12.

Guided Tour (Tuesdays Only)
Visitors to Strawbery Banke on Tuesdays can join an expert guide and explore three centuries of New England History. This 90-minute guided tour highlights four historic homes, each offering a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Archaeology Adventure Homeschool Program
Uncover the secrets of the past left behind by people from long ago. Students learn the basics of archaeological investigation as they take part in a realistic simulated excavation. Designed for ages 9–12.

Stories Alive Homeschool Program
Venture into the past using books as the time machine! Each day of this class begins with a lively picture book about an amazing individual or historical event, which sets the scene for expeditions through Strawbery Banke’s gardens, houses, and grounds. Designed for ages 5–8.

Guided Tour (Tuesdays Only)
Visitors to Strawbery Banke on Tuesdays can join an expert guide and explore three centuries of New England History. This 90-minute guided tour highlights four historic homes, each offering a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Fairy House Tour
Join the Friends of the South End and view hundreds of enchanting fairy houses on display on the grounds of Strawbery Banke, Governor John Langdon House, Prescott Park, and the Gundalow waterfront.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Fairy House Tour
Join the Friends of the South End and view hundreds of enchanting fairy houses on display on the grounds of Strawbery Banke, Governor John Langdon House, Prescott Park, and the Gundalow waterfront.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Stories Alive Homeschool Program
Venture into the past using books as the time machine! Each day of this class begins with a lively picture book about an amazing individual or historical event, which sets the scene for expeditions through Strawbery Banke’s gardens, houses, and grounds. Designed for ages 5–8.

Archaeology Adventure Homeschool Program
Uncover the secrets of the past left behind by people from long ago. Students learn the basics of archaeological investigation as they take part in a realistic simulated excavation. Designed for ages 9–12.

Guided Tour (Tuesdays Only)
Visitors to Strawbery Banke on Tuesdays can join an expert guide and explore three centuries of New England History. This 90-minute guided tour highlights four historic homes, each offering a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.

Guided Behind The Scenes Tour
In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Learn about the impact of sea-level rise on the structure, discover what Archaeology tells us about the Sherburne family’s home and garden, and uncover the architecture and hidden decorative features.

Guided Garden Tour
Expert guides will take you on a journey through time in the historic gardens and landscapes and teach about the careful stewardship and maintenance that goes into preserving the living collection.