Partnering with the Fort Nelson Chapter of the Portsmouth DAR, the museum hosts a tea featuring Mark Schneider, nationally acclaimed General Marquis de Lafayette interpreter.  He will discuss Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of 1824/1825 highlighting Portsmouth events. Museum interpreters entertain by describing the Hill family’s connections to Lafayette’s visit.  Menu items include traditional tea sandwiches, French […]

Join us for another Speaker Series by the Friends of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, featuring Lafayette’s Victory in the Battle of the Virginia Capes by  John V. Quarstein. This event will be at the Portsmouth Welcome Center Auditorium, at 206 High St and is free and open to the public. John V. Quarstein, is […]

Celebrate Halloween early. The event is produced each year in October as a safe alternative to trick or treating.  Groups of City departments and community groups come together each year to distribute candy and entertain kids (and their parents).  Music, crafts, face painting, and other entertainment takes place throughout the event.  There's even a haunted […]

Haunted Maze Truck, Spooky D&D, Mork Bord, Blood on the Clocktower, and much more.

Welcome to our Halloween Costume Party! Get ready for a spooktacular night filled with fun, music, and amazing costumes. Come dressed in your most creative outfit and compete in our costume contest for a chance to win awesome prizes. Don't miss out on the opportunity to dance the night away with fellow party-goers. Mark your calendars […]