Lectures and History

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has a venerable heritage and rich tradition.  Learn about its role and achievements in times of war and peace from a military historian’s perspective. The tour includes a visit to the Shipyard’s Treaty of Portsmouth exhibit,  a walking tour of the Shipyard Mall area, a driving tour around the perimeter of the base, including an up-close view of the former Naval Prison’s exterior, and lastly a visit to the Shipyard’s Heritage Center.  Must bring valid photo I.D. such as Driver’s License or U.S. Passport.  Non U.S Citizens will be required to submit additional documentation in advance.  Participants must be able to use the bus and negotiate stairs. Neither the bus nor comfort facilities are handicapped accessible. 

 Thursday, May. 12, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Spring

*park at Kittery Lions Club and board the bus, bus leaves promptly at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 12:00 p.m.

 Thursday, Oct. 6, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Fall

*park at Kittery Lions Club and board the bus, bus leaves promptly at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 12:00 p.m.

Course Fee: $12

Kittery Historical & Naval Museum

Please join Kim Sanborn, Director of the Kittery Historical & Naval Museum, for this presentation representing different eras of Kittery through postcards from 1900 to 1970's. This is sure to bring back many memories.

Wednesday, May 4, 6-8 p.m.

Course Fee: $20

May 23, 2021 will be the 802nd anniversary of the sinking of the U.S.S. Squalus  off the Isles of Shoals. Twenty six men were lost that day. But, thirty three survivors were rescued from the sunken submarine. Come and learn what led to the loss of the Squalus, the amazing rescue of the survivors and the recovery and recommissioning of that submarine.

Monday, May 23, 6-8 p.m

Course Fee: $20

This course is intended for anyone who has decided to start the rewarding hobby of beekeeping and will be receiving their first bees soon. The class is also beneficial to beekeepers who are entering their second or third years of beekeeping and wish to gain more knowledge and improve their skills. The focus on the classes will be to familiarize the new beekeepers with the equipment and tasks that they will encounter as they begin their beekeeping journey. We will discuss the proper installation, inspection, care of a colony of bees, and demonstrate the use of the necessary equipment. A review of a calendar year in the life of a beekeeper, including Pest monitoring, management and treatments will also be a crucial part of the class.

2 Thursday sessions

April 7-14, 6-8 p.m.

Course Fee: $40

Join Bram as he discusses his book and shares some artifacts and stories about the hunt for historical treasures underground and underwater! Bram is a semi-retired Restaurant/Catering Business Owner, with a Degree in Culinary Arts and an Author.

Tuesday, March 22, 6:30-9 p.m.

Course Fee: $10