Portsmouth Historical Society: From Loyalist to Liberty tours

Learn about British settlement of the Seacoast and the economic prosperity that made Portsmouth the capital city of the royal colony and then see how the events of the 1770s changed public opinion to that of revolution. During your 90-minute walk, you will visit sites that are related to the American Revolution including: North Church and State House Plaque, Queen’s Chapel, Liberty Pole, Pitt Tavern, and more. Continue to explore how the American Revolution impacted Portsmouth by adding on a $5 “upgrade” to view the 250th exhibition “Revolutionary Portsmouth” on display at the John Paul Jones House March 21 through October 31. Tours are $15 for members, $20 for non-member $15 for discounted groups (Children 5-18, Seniors 62+, Students, Portsmouth Residents), and free for children 5 and under. All tours depart from Portsmouth Historical Society, 10 Middle Street, Portsmouth NH. Online reservations close 30 minutes prior to tour departure. Please call (603) 436-8433 for last minute bookings.