Powder House

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1300 Islington St
Portsmouth, NH 03801

Powder House in Portsmouth, NH is a historic landmark that is part of the city's ongoing efforts to preserve and showcase its rich history. Originally created in 1977, the 42 markers scattered throughout the historic downtown area were funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and are now being replaced using updated scholarship and modern graphic technology.

These markers highlight various aspects of Portsmouth's history, including well-known neighborhoods, significant structures, and important events such as the Great Fires of Portsmouth. With funding from the Capital Improvement Program, Powder House is dedicated to ensuring that these markers continue to educate and engage visitors with the city's fascinating past.

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PIECE OF HISTORY IN SMALL PARK
7/8/2021

Traveling on a section of Islington Street I rarely use, I came upon a small park with a round red b...

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