Upcoming Events

Our Annual

Heirloom Plant Sale

Plan your summer garden with unique, historic varieties grown right here at the museum!

May 16th

9AM-Noon

Plants are $6 each, or 5 for $25

Veterans of the Moffatt-Ladd

Learn about the four veterans of the Moffatt-Ladd House & the battles they fought. This is a display that will be on exhibit in the Warehouse & included in all tours for viewing.

May 25th - May 31st | 10AM-4PM

Colonial Crafts: Basket Making

Make a colonial basket and learn about Portsmouth colonial history! For kids 6 & up. Parents must accompany children.

June 13th | 9-11AM | Moffatt-Ladd Warehouse

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Tree of Independence Celebration

In honor of our beloved chestnut tree turning 250 years old, come learn about its history, shop specialty commemorative items, enjoy treats, and celebrate this special birthday! This experience is available to all tour ticketholders.

June 14th | 10AM-4PM

New Hampshire Humanities's

US@ 250: Big Watch

Join the Moffatt-Ladd and the American Independence Center in commemorating and reflecting on the nation's semiquincentennial with a screening of Ken Burns' The American Revolution with a discussion to follow. Light refreshments will be served.

This event is FREE.

July 3rd | 1-3PM | Moffatt-Ladd Warehouse

Colonial Crafts: Felting

Learn how to make a simple wool felted ornament from the colonial era! For kids 6 & up. Parents must accompany children.

July 18th | 9-11AM | Moffatt-Ladd Warehouse

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Colonial Crafts: Needlepoint

Learn about needlepointing in the colonial era and create your own sampler! For kids 6 & up. Parents must accompany children.

August 8th | 9-11AM | Moffatt-Ladd Warehouse

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