Upcoming events.
Art of Basket Weaving Homeschool Workshop
Learn the traditional craft of basket making from Strawbery Banke Museum’s knowledgeable instructors. Participants will put their hands to work creating a Victorian basket to take home.
Intro to Drop Spinning Workshop
Discover the art of spinning yarn! This beginner-friendly class introduces the fundamental techniques of yarn spinning using a simple tool called a drop spindle. It's an ideal entry point into the fiber arts world, requiring minimal tools and space.
Writing History: A Virtual Program for Young Authors
Learn the art of creative writing through the lens of history. Working with a professional author, homeschoolers hone their writing skills, use real historical primary and secondary sources, and develop imaginations.
Berry Basket Workshop for Adults
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket
Writing History: A Virtual Program for Young Authors
Learn the art of creative writing through the lens of history. Working with a professional author, homeschoolers hone their writing skills, use real historical primary and secondary sources, and develop imaginations.
Intro to Textile Weaving Workshop for Adults
oin our Strawbery Banke weavers to learn how to prepare a loom and create your own fabric. Strawbery Banke’s weavers will walk you through the basic steps on the Museum’s 4-shaft Harrisville floor looms. Engage your creativity choosing colors and patterns to craft 2 yards of fabric that can later become hand towels, placemats, table runners, totes or pillows.
Seacoast Skating with the Stars
Directed by Douglas Webster, Ice Dance International & Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond Artistic Director, local “stars” are paired with IDI pros in a skate-off for audience votes. As in “Dancing with the Stars,” esteemed judges give marks on skill and expression.
Heart Basket Workshop for Adults
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket.
Historic Hearth Cooking Homeschool Workshop
Cozy up by the hearth for a morning of cooking. Using 18th-century reproduction equipment, students will help prepare a seasonal meal using recipes of the past. Though we welcome first-time hearth cooks, students who have participated in other hearth cooking programs at Strawbery Banke will appreciate learning skills not typically taught in 60-90-minute workshops.
Winter Wizarding School Vacation Camp Session 1
The magical experience of Wizarding School returns to Strawbery Banke Museum for fun during February break! Enjoy a week filled with a sorting ceremony, house challenges, and the race for the house cup.
Each day is filled with hands-on lessons, focusing on historical skills with a hint of magic, featuring classes like “Protection from Peril,” potion crafting, herb lore, and the care of curious creatures. By the end of the week, participants leave with their own wand, extraordinary creations, and lasting memories.
Victorian Basket Adult and Child Workshop
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. A child (age 10+) and accompanying adult will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket.
Winter Wizarding School Vacation Camp Session 2
The magical experience of Wizarding School returns to Strawbery Banke Museum for fun during February break! Enjoy a week filled with a sorting ceremony, house challenges, and the race for the house cup.
Each day is filled with hands-on lessons, focusing on historical skills with a hint of magic, featuring classes like “Protection from Peril,” potion crafting, herb lore, and the care of curious creatures. By the end of the week, participants leave with their own wand, extraordinary creations, and lasting memories.
Berry Basket Workshop for Adults
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket
Garden Basket Workshop for Adults
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket.
Easter Basket Workshop for Adults
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket.
Berry Basket Adult and Child Workshop
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. A child (age 10+) and accompanying adult will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket.
History in Play Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Learn about different eras of the past by living them. Campers will dress in costumes and use reproduction toys and tools in a historical setting to discover what life was like for children in different centuries.
Historical Fiction Writing Summer Camp (ages 12-16)
Learn the art of creative writing through the lens of history. Working with a professional author, students will hone their writing skills, use real historical primary and secondary sources, and develop their imaginations.
Stories Alive: Journeys and Discoveries Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Venture into the past using books as the time machine! Each day of this program begins with a lively picture book about an amazing individual or historical event, which sets the scene for expeditions through Strawbery Banke’s gardens, houses, and grounds.
History Alive Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Perfect for youngsters who enjoy using their imaginations and participating in dress-up and pretend play, History Alive encourages kids to compare and contrast life in different eras of the past.
Nature’s Healers Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Explore the natural world to discover how plants helped to heal common ailments of the past. Campers will investigate different plants each day through science experiments, cooking with herbs, and creating herbal remedies.
Jr. Roleplayers Summer Camp (ages 12-16)
Times change but adolescents have always played a part in history. Teens of today can make the past come to life by becoming a historic roleplayer and using the Museum’s houses and grounds as their stage.
Bosuns and Boatbuilders Summer Camp (ages 7-9)
Join professional boatbuilders at The Boatshop at Strawbery Banke and the crew at the Gundalow Company for an exciting week of building and exploring.
Jr. Roleplayers Summer Camp (ages 12-16)
Times change but adolescents have always played a part in history. Teens of today can make the past come to life by becoming a historic roleplayer and using the Museum’s houses and grounds as their stage.
Puddle Dock Pirates Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
It’s time to set sail on a maritime journey through the past. Meet some famous pirates and privateers of Portsmouth, and try out some of the different jobs of sailors aboard ships.
Victorian Ventures Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Kids are invited to step into the hustle and bustle of the Victorian Age – a time of developing technology, changing culture, and increased leisure time. Throughout the week, campers will be introduced to hands-on activities to learn about the dramatic changes that occurred as America became an industrialized society.
Sailors and Shipwright Summer Camp (ages 10-12)
Campers will team up with the professional boatbuilders at The Boatshop at Strawbery Banke for a hands-on week of crafting a wooden model sailboat.
Green Thumbs Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Spend the week exploring Strawbery Banke’s gardens and landscapes to learn about life long ago. Campers will discover how plants have been used for food, create herbal medicine to stay healthy and use flowers to create beautiful art.
Young Curators Summer Camp (ages 12-16)
Examine real historical artifacts up close and learn to uncover the historical tales that they have to tell. Campers will work with professional curators to put together a museum exhibition that will share their discoveries with Strawbery Banke’s visitors.
History in Play Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Learn about different eras of the past by living them. Campers will dress in costumes and use reproduction toys and tools in a historical setting to discover what life was like for children in different centuries.
Surviving the Past Summer Camp (ages 10-12)
Antibiotics, indoor plumbing, running water… How did people manage without the technological and medical advances of today? During the week, campers will examine some of the struggles that people faced at different eras in history from death and disease to slavery, fires, and natural disasters.
Historic Sampler Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Discover whether the “good old days” were as good as they seem by experiencing children's daily life in five eras of American history.
Jr. Roleplayers Summer Camp (ages 12-16)
Times change but adolescents have always played a part in history. Teens of today can make the past come to life by becoming a historic roleplayer and using the Museum’s houses and grounds as their stage.
Jr. Roleplayers Summer Camp (ages 12-16)
Times change but adolescents have always played a part in history. Teens of today can make the past come to life by becoming a historic roleplayer and using the Museum’s houses and grounds as their stage.
History Alive Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Perfect for youngsters who enjoy using their imaginations and participating in dress-up and pretend play, History Alive encourages kids to compare and contrast life in different eras of the past.
Choose Your Own History Adventure Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Go on a time-traveling adventure where you decide what happens next. Become part of your own story as it unfolds throughout the week.
Time Travelers: Life on the WWII Homefront Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Spend the week on the homefront during World War II, and consider how life changed for kids in the 1940s.
Bosuns and Boatbuilders Summer Camp (ages 7-9)
Join professional boatbuilders at The Boatshop at Strawbery Banke and the crew at the Gundalow Company for an exciting week of building and exploring.
Victorian DIY Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Travel back to the 1800s to discover how the world was rapidly changing through factories and technology. Campers will participate in scientific experiments, make 19th-century toys, create Victorian art with nature, and join a garden party.
History in Play Summer Camp (ages 9-11)
Learn about different eras of the past by living them. Campers will dress in costumes and use reproduction toys and tools in a historical setting to discover what life was like for children in different centuries.
History Alive Summer Camp (ages 6-8)
Perfect for youngsters who enjoy using their imaginations and participating in dress-up and pretend play, History Alive encourages kids to compare and contrast life in different eras of the past.
Writing History: A Virtual Program for Young Authors
Learn the art of creative writing through the lens of history. Working with a professional author, homeschoolers hone their writing skills, use real historical primary and secondary sources, and develop imaginations.
Bread Basket Workshop for Adults
Join our friendly and knowledgeable Museum Instructors to learn the steps of basket-making from scratch. This is a beginner class so all skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn about the tools and materials used in basket making, work with our instructors and each other to acquire the basic skills to make a basket.
Art of Basket Weaving Homeschool Workshop
Learn the traditional craft of basket making from Strawbery Banke Museum’s knowledgeable instructors. Participants will put their hands to work creating a Victorian basket to take home.
Writing History: A Virtual Program for Young Authors
Learn the art of creative writing through the lens of history. Working with a professional author, homeschoolers hone their writing skills, use real historical primary and secondary sources, and develop imaginations.
Intro to Drop Spinning Workshop
Discover the art of spinning yarn! This beginner-friendly class introduces the fundamental techniques of yarn spinning using a simple tool called a drop spindle. It's an ideal entry point into the fiber arts world, requiring minimal tools and space.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
10th Anniversary Celebration of Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond
Join Strawbery Banke for a special evening to celebrate a decade of skating at the Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond! Enjoy a night filled with skating set to the sounds of a live DJ and special performances by Ice Dance International. Raise a glass with the Museum during the champagne toast, savor heavy hors d’oeuvres, and enjoy the hot chocolate bar, along with beer and wine (included with ticket price).
Winter Celebrations Interactive Tour for Homeschoolers
This hands-on tour walks through the history of winter holidays in New England. Participants create a take-home ornament while learning about New Year's Day celebrations in early America, help decorate a Christmas tree in Victorian fashion, discover traditions brought to America by immigrants at the turn of the century, and hear about the challenges of celebrating Christmas during World War II.
Winter Celebrations Interactive Tour for Homeschoolers
This hands-on tour walks through the history of winter holidays in New England. Participants create a take-home ornament while learning about New Year's Day celebrations in early America, help decorate a Christmas tree in Victorian fashion, discover traditions brought to America by immigrants at the turn of the century, and hear about the challenges of celebrating Christmas during World War II.
Winter Celebrations Interactive Tour for Homeschoolers
This hands-on tour walks through the history of winter holidays in New England. Participants create a take-home ornament while learning about New Year's Day celebrations in early America, help decorate a Christmas tree in Victorian fashion, discover traditions brought to America by immigrants at the turn of the century, and hear about the challenges of celebrating Christmas during World War II.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Candlelight Stroll
Step back in time and tour decorated historic houses and wander through the historic streets of Strawbery Banke, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight and string lights. Experience the ambiance of centuries past, with live music, costumed roleplayers, and the festive spirit of the holiday season.
Stroll Member Preview Night
Members are invited to experience Candlelight Stroll one night before the event opens to the general public. In addition to a first look and complimentary admission, members enjoy free tickets and skate rentals to Labrie Family Skate at Puddle Dock Pond and a commemorative member gift.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.
Algonquian Continuance and Community
Returning by popular demand, join Jesse Bowman Bruchac for “Algonquian Continuance and Community,” culminating his 30-year dedication to Algonquian language reclamation. During the presentation, Jesse will showcase the implementation of the Minimal Course, a pioneering language-teaching methodology, through engaging activities and examples.
Harvest Celebrations: A History of Thanksgiving Guided Tours
Join expert guides for a 90-minute tour exploring three centuries of Thanksgiving traditions. Travel through time and visit four historic houses to learn how this holiday has evolved over time.