The best arts & culture spots in Portsmouth

“Skip the usual routine and wander the passageways at Albacore Park, a National Historic Landmark site, aboard the USS Albacore, a research sub once celebrated as the world’s fastest and a blueprint for modern design. Peek through the periscope, poke around the control room, then hit the museum and memorial garden.”

From the Portsmouth newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Black-box theater seating 75 people for contemporary plays by emerging & established playwrights.”

“Hosting exhibits of regional art, this center offers information about local cultural attractions.”

“Educational center exploring art, science & culture via interactive exhibits for kids & families.”

“Outdoor living-history museum on 10 acres featuring numerous buildings, gardens & crafts.”

“1716 house museum with Georgian architecture, period furniture, historic wall murals & guided tours.”

“Museum with changing exhibits on Portsmouth's history set in the 1758 home of a Colonial naval hero.”

“Curated shop stocking art (prints and originals), stationery and home goods.”

“Nonprofit theater showing plays, musicals & films with special programs for kids & senior citizens.”

“A Georgian mansion built in 1763, now a National Historic Landmark open for tours (summer only).”