April 26-October 26, 2025
10 AM – 4 PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
Extended Hours:
Saturdays & Sundays in July & August,
10 AM – 5 PM

Explore Strawbery Banke’s historic houses, gardens, and landscapes on a self-guided tour. Admission is redeemable at any point throughout the 2025 season.

Offered Tuesdays through October 21, 2025
Tours offered at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, and 2 PM

Join a 90-minute guided tour of four historic homes (Tuesdays only) showcasing three centuries of New England history. Your ticket includes a self-guided visit the next day.

Offered Saturdays–Sundays and select Fridays
July 5-October 26, 2025
Tours offered at 10:30 AM, 12 PM, and 2 PM

In a small group setting led by an expert guide, gain access to the Museum’s only surviving First Period home. Note: a general museum admission ticket is required to take the guided behind the scenes tour.

November 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, & 28-30, 2025
10 AM, 11 AM, 11:30 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 1:30 PM & 2 PM

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.

October 17–18 & 24–25, 2025
Arrival times begin at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM

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.

December 5-7, 12-14, 19-21, 2025
Arrival times begin at 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.

Step back in time and experience the magic of the season. Tour decorated historic houses, stroll candle-lit lanes, and interact with costumed roleplayers, carolers, and traditional craftspeople.

December 14, 2025
2:00-4:00 PM

Enjoy all the same holiday magic as our evening Stroll. This special daylight session is suitable for young families, early risers, and anyone who prefers celebrating in the light—or avoiding driving in the dark.

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
10 AM - 2 PM

Experience what life was like for people who lived through the American Revolution. Designed for ages 5-13+.

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
10 AM - 12:30 PM

Discover New Hampshire’s Indigenous heritage by exploring Abenaki culture! Designed for ages 7-11.

Wednesday, November 19, 2025,
1 PM - 3 PM

Discover how Thanksgiving transcended time, place and culture to become the uniquely American holiday celebrated today. Designed for children ages 6-12.

Saturday, November 1, 8, 15, or 22, 2025
10 AM – 2 PM

All sessions are full with waiting lists. To join a waiting list, contact Krysten Schmelzer, via kschmelzer@sbmuseum.org or (603) 473-4814