Tag Archives: Historic District
Brick Walls of Portsmouth (Name that Building)
Portsmouth’s historical fabric is pretty evident all around the city, its streets and its buildings. Today’s post features two brick walls in the city, both belonging to buildings that are more than 100 years old. I love the richness of … Continue reading
Filed under New Hampshire, Portsmouth, Winter
The Martingale Wharf Demolition
The Martingale Wharf chronicles continue – as the original Martingale building was demolished in the early part of the week. Seen above is refuse from the original structure (the main component was torn down since the safety of the original … Continue reading
The Rockingham & The Library Restaurant | State Street Portsmouth, NH
BUY PRINT HERE The Rockingham is a historic brick building located on State Street, which I’ve written more about along with a sunset shot that can be viewed here: THE ROCKINGHAM | STATE STREET Do yourself a favor and click … Continue reading
Bricks of Portsmouth
One of my favorite parts of walking around Portsmouth (mostly during lunch) is seeing the variety of different bricks amongst all the brick buildings in town. Some are definitely very old bricks with a lot of character (see above), others … Continue reading
Filed under Fall, New Hampshire, Portsmouth
The Bell Tower
The first shot is of the Bell Tower/Steeple of Saint John’s church at 105 Chapel Street downtown. This is the other beacon of Portsmouth, also visible from nearly anywhere in the downtown area. Along Chapel St. also sits a few … Continue reading
Filed under Fall, New Hampshire, Portsmouth, Portsmouth's Working Waterfront
Portwalk Rising | Portsmouth, NH
Portwalk Place continues to rise out of the historic ground in the north end of Portsmouth, sandwiched in between Hanover Street and Deer Street. Here you can see the plywood framing of the soon-to-be Residence Inn in Phase I of … Continue reading
Filed under Fall, New Hampshire, Portsmouth, Rebuilding Portsmouth
North Church
A subtle evening glow on the distinctive North Church Steeple.
Filed under New Hampshire, Portsmouth
461 | Portsmouth, NH
I’ve always loved this quintessential brick home located on the fringe of downtown, particularly the shutters. I’m sure you’ve strolled past it once or twice, any guesses on the location?
Filed under New Hampshire, Portsmouth, Summer
Streets of the South End
Can anyone name this street? See previous entries in the Streets of the South End series HERE.
Filed under New Hampshire, Portsmouth, Streets of the South End, Summer
The Common Man | 96 State Street
The Common Man is the newest addition to Portsmouth’s vibrant dining scene (replacing the former Victory Restaurant) at 96 State Street. Rumor has it that they are officially open for business, and judging from the illuminated sign on the evening … Continue reading
Filed under New Hampshire, Portsmouth, Restaurants, Summer
