Upcoming Events
Our new Carriage House is available to rent for meetings, small gatherings, wedding and baby showers, receptions, and more. Our site offers modern facilities with historic charm and outdoor space right in the heart of downtown Portsmouth. Click here to learn more.
Provisioning Portsmouth - Early Farming in the Piscataqua Region
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Peter Cook on “Provisioning Portsmouth - Early Farming in the Piscataqua Region.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
Tea and Teapots - East Meets West
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Carolyn S. Roy on “Tea and Teapots - East Meets West.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
Beer and Taverns in Early New England
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Emerson “Tad” Baker on “Beer and Taverns in Early New England.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
In the Latest Taste: Early Wallpapers in Portsmouth
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Richard Nylander on “In the Latest Taste: Early Wallpapers in Portsmouth.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
The Life and Times of Archibald Macphaedris
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Dave Pepson on “The Life and Times of Archibald Macphaedris.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
Highlights of the Warner House Collection
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Stephanie Rohwer Hewson on “Highlights of the Warner House Collection.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
Winter Concert in the Historic Warner House Ballroom
On Saturday, December 2nd, join us for what is sure to be a special experience - we’re excited to host a concert inside the historic ballroom in the Warner House! Musician Joel Speers will give a concert of historic music on his lute from the 17th and 18th centuries, music that may have been played in the room when the Macpheadrises lived in the house. We only have seating for 25 people so advance tickets are highly recommended. Tickets: $20 for members/students; $25* for non-members
The concert will start at 3:00pm and we invite you all to join us and then head downtown after for the City of Portsmouth’s tree lighting and holiday parade - a perfect holiday afternoon!
To purchase tickets, please visit https://warnerhouseconcert.brownpapertickets.com or mail a check to Warner House PO Box 895 Portsmouth, NH 03802.
*with the purchase of a full price ticket ($25) the purchaser will receive a complimentary individual membership to the Warner House, good for the 2024 season.
The Warner House Mural of the Mohawk Chiefs - We Now Know the Story
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Dave Pepson on “The Warner House Mural of the Mohawk Chiefs - We Now Know the Story.”
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
Discovering John Drew & Building Mapheadris’ House (1716-1720)
Join us at The Warner House in the new carriage house for a history and hot chocolate lecture by Richard Candee on Discovering John Drew & Building Macphaedris’ House (1716-1720).
All talks are on Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm with “Hot Chocolate Happy Hour” starting at 1:30pm. Talks are free, but donations are appreciated.
There is limited seating. Please register by emailing Dave Pepson at dpepson@comcast.net.
Mohawk History & Culture Talk
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST - THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
Advanced tickets are strongly encouraged! Please call 603-436-5909 or buy online at: https://warnerhouse.brownpapertickets.com/
The Warner House is very excited to host historian and Tribal Member of the St Regis Mohawk Nation, Darren Bonaparte, on Saturday, October 21. Mr. Bonaparte will give two presentations on the history and culture of the Mohawk Tribes.
Mr. Bonaparte is Director of the Tribal Historic Preservation Office of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe. He is a frequent lecturer at universities, museums, and historic sites in the United States and Canada. He is the author of three books, many articles on Mohawk history and culture, and he is the creator of www.wampumchronicles.com.
Mr. Bonaparte's visit marks the first time in nearly 300 years that a member of the Mohawk tribe has visited the Warner House. We're honored to have him visit. Mr. Bonaparte will give his talk twice - at 2pm and at 4pm. Registration is highly encouraged as we only have 30 seats available per session. Tickets are $5.00 for members & students; $10.00 for not-yet-members & adults.
Mohawk History & Culture Talk
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST - THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
Advanced tickets are strongly encouraged! Please call 603-436-5909 or buy online at: https://warnerhouse.brownpapertickets.com/
The Warner House is very excited to host historian and Tribal Member of the St Regis Mohawk Nation, Darren Bonaparte, on Saturday, October 21. Mr. Bonaparte will give two presentations on the history and culture of the Mohawk Tribes.
Mr. Bonaparte is Director of the Tribal Historic Preservation Office of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe. He is a frequent lecturer at universities, museums, and historic sites in the United States and Canada. He is the author of three books, many articles on Mohawk history and culture, and he is the creator of www.wampumchronicles.com.
Mr. Bonaparte's visit marks the first time in nearly 300 years that a member of the Mohawk tribe has visited the Warner House. We're honored to have him visit. Mr. Bonaparte will give his talk twice - at 2pm and at 4pm. Registration is highly encouraged as we only have 30 seats available per session. Tickets are $5.00 for members & students; $10.00 for not-yet-members & adults.
The 1713 Treaty of Portsmouth
“The 1713 Treaty of Portsmouth” with speaker Charles B. Doleac, Esq. at the Carriage House.
In the Latest Taste: Early Wallpapers in Portsmouth
“In the Latest Taste: Early Wallpapers in Portsmouth” with speaker Richard Nylander at the Carriage House.
Beer and Taverns in Early New England
“Beer and Taverns in Early New England” with speaker Emerson “Tad” Baker from Salem State University at the Carriage House.
Provisioning Portsmouth - Early farming in the Pisquataqua Region, 1650-1750
“Provisioning Portsmouth - Early farming in the Piscataqua Region, 1650-1750” with speaker Peter Cook at the Carriage House.
Victims to Victors - various and changing strategies and military equipment of early northern provincial soldiers - 1670’s to 1740’s
“Victims to Victors - various and changing strategies and military equipment (including snow-shoes!) of early northern provincial soldiers - 1670’s to 1740’s” with speaker Hollis Brodrick at the Carriage House.
Murals of Abraham and Isaac, the Woman Spinning Flax and the Chicken in the Eagle’s Talons - Another Perspective
“Murals of Abraham and Isaac, the Woman Spinning Flax and the Chicken in the Eagle’s Talons - Another Perspective” with speaker Dave Pepson at the Carriage House.
Mural of King William III - New Research Results in a Very Surprising Story
“Mural of King William III - New Research Results in a Very Surprising Story” with speaker Dave Pepson at the Carriage House.
Tea and Tea Pots - East meets West
“Tea and Tea Pots - East meets West” with speaker Bob Barth at the Carriage House.
Mural of the Mohawk Chiefs - A New Interpretation
“Mural of the Mohawk Chiefs - A New Interpretation” with speaker Dave Pepson at the Carriage House.
John Drew and the Building of the House
John Drew and the building of the house (“The Merchant House”) with speaker Richard Candee at the Carriage House.
Pewter in American Life
“Pewter in the American Life” - hands on with Bob Barth at the Carriage House.