Your Day at Strawbery Banke Starts Here.
Explore more than 350 years of history through historic houses, gardens, exhibitions, throughout the Puddle Dock neighborhood.
Plan Your Visit
Our Regular Museum Season Has Ended
Self-guided visits to the Museum's historic houses and gardens have concluded for the season and will resume on May 1, 2027. In the meantime, Strawbery Banke continues to offer guided tours, special events, and seasonal programs. Explore our calendar to see what's coming up!
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The Regular Museum Season Has Ended
Our historic houses and gardens are closed for regular admission until May 1, 2027. Guided tours, special events, and seasonal programs are offered throughout the year.
Admission
Seasonal Programs & Events
While regular museum admission has concluded for the season, visitors can still experience Strawbery Banke through guided tours, special events, and programs.
Tickets and pricing vary by program. Advance reservations are recommended.
Getting Here
14 Hancock Street
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Parking availability varies by event and season. Please review the details for your visit before arriving.
Parking at Strawbery Banke
Strawbery Banke is located in Portsmouth’s historic district and has limited on-site parking. Visitors should plan ahead and allow extra time to park, particularly on weekends.
Most visitors use nearby public parking at Pierce Island, the Foundry Garage, or the Hanover Street Garage.
There is no on-site parking for Springfest, Ghosts on the Banke, Candlelight Stroll, or other special events. Please review the event page before arriving and allow extra time to park.
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Everything You Need for a Memorable Visit
Allow plenty of time to explore. Most visitors spend two to four hours at the Museum. General admission is valid for two consecutive days, giving you even more time to experience the historic houses, gardens, and exhibitions.
Two-day admission excludes special events, guided tours, programs, and other separately ticketed experiences.
GETTING HERE
In the Heart of Historic Portsmouth
Strawbery Banke is located at 14 Hancock Street in Portsmouth, NH.
Because the Museum’s on-site lot is small, parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Nearby public parking is available the Hanover Street Garage, and the Foundry Place Garage. Please allow extra time to park.
Attending a special event?
On-site parking is not available for most major events. Review the event page before arriving.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Helpful Things to Know
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Most visitors spend approximately 1½ to 2 hours exploring the historic houses, gardens, exhibitions, and grounds. General admission is valid for two consecutive days, so you are welcome to return and continue exploring.
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Yes. General admission allows you to leave and return during regular Museum hours and is valid for two consecutive days. Please keep your admission tag with you.
Two-day admission does not apply to special events, guided tours, workshops, or other separately ticketed programs.
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Free parking is available at 14 Hancock Street on a first-come, first-served basis. Because Strawbery Banke is located in Portsmouth’s historic district, parking is limited and availability is not guaranteed.
Additional public parking is available at Pierce Island, the Foundry Place Garage, the Hanover Street Garage, and other locations throughout downtown Portsmouth.
There is no general on-site parking for major special events, including Springfest, Ghosts on the Banke, and Candlelight Stroll. Please review the individual event webpage for event-specific parking information.
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The Lawrence J. Yerdon Visitors Center and its public restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Accessible routes are available through portions of the Museum grounds.
Because Strawbery Banke includes historic buildings constructed long before modern accessibility standards, some buildings have steps, narrow entrances, uneven surfaces, or upper floors that can be reached only by stairs.
Visit the Museum’s Accessibility page for detailed information or contact the Museum before your visit to discuss individual needs.
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Pets and emotional support animals are not permitted on the Museum grounds while the Museum is open. Service animals, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are welcome.
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Non-flash photography for personal use is welcome unless otherwise noted. Flash photography, tripods, lighting equipment, and selfie sticks are not permitted inside historic houses or galleries.
Professional, commercial, portrait, editorial, and promotional photography requires advance written permission from the Museum. Requests should be submitted at least two weeks in advance, and fees may apply.
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Food and beverages are not permitted inside the historic houses or galleries. Visitors may enjoy food in the Lawrence J. Yerdon Visitors Center, on the Kennebunk Savings Terrace, or in designated outdoor areas throughout the grounds.
Grab-and-go food and beverages may be available in the Visitors Center, and several restaurants are located within walking distance of the Museum. Visit the Dining and Shopping page to learn more.
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Strawbery Banke is an indoor and outdoor museum, and the historic houses and grounds generally remain open during rain and other mild weather. Visitors should dress for the forecast and wear comfortable shoes suitable for brick, gravel, grass, and uneven surfaces.
Severe weather may affect Museum hours, building access, tours, or programs. Closures or significant changes will be shared on the Museum’s website and social media channels. Guests with advance reservations will be contacted when possible.
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Strawbery Banke is committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for all visitors, staff, volunteers, and members. Guests are expected to act responsibly, be considerate of others, follow staff instructions, and treat the Museum’s historic buildings, objects, gardens, and grounds with care.
Adult supervision of children is required. Food and beverages are not permitted inside the historic houses, and smoking, vaping, weapons, solicitation, disruptive behavior, harassment, bullying, violence, and hate speech are prohibited.
Guests who do not follow Museum policies may be asked to leave without a refund. Please review the Museum’s full Visitor Code of Conduct before your visit.
Visitor Code of Conduct
Strawbery Banke is committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for all visitors, staff, volunteers, and members. Everyone on the Museum property is expected to act responsibily, be considerate of others, and treat the Museum’s historic buildings, collections, gardens, and grounds with care.
Please review the Visitor Code of Conduct before your visit.