Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 9 PM
Friday: 9 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday (September - May): 1 PM – 5 PM
Sunday (June - August): CLOSED
As we celebrate Portsmouth's 400th Anniversary, we ask what histories and experiences have been ignored or systematically erased. Local Indigenous leaders will share their peoples' history & discuss current projects. Join us for this kick-off event of our Indigenous Stories series!
The Portsmouth Public Library Speculative Fiction Book Club will meet on the final Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. Spec Fic is a genre that encompasses fantasy, science fiction, horror, and everything in between. Speculative fiction asks, what if? Join us online in January to discuss All Systems Red by Martha Wells!
How now good friends? Dost thou seek a monthly passtime to broaden the mind and entice the senses? Look no further than Shakespearean Discussion Group! Enjoy the selected play of the month in the way ‘twas presented: to the masses! Pick up a video recording of the play to view at your leisure, and then join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM to discuss your experience with The Bard’s work. This month we will discuss As You Like It!
You won't want to miss the annual Seacoast Camera Club exhibit in the Levenson Room at the Portsmouth Public Library! This exhibit features the works of local photographers who capture the beauty of Portsmouth in celebration of the 400th anniversary of the City of Portsmouth and runs from January 30 to March 2.
Join us for Emma!
We show recent films as well as films that you might have missed in the theatres. All films will feature subtitles where possible. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is not required.
The Portsmouth Public Library hosts a Creative Writing Group that meets both in person at the library and online via Zoom two Wednesdays a month from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
Join us at the library or online for our weekly meditation program. Meditation is held every Wednesday from 12:15 to 1 PM.
Portsmouth Public Library is thrilled to have collaborated on a new book in honor of Portsmouth's 400th anniversary: A History of Portsmouth NH in 101 Objects.
