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Portsmouth Athenaeum

9 Market Square, Portsmouth, NH 03801
603 431-2538
Ranked #10 of 24 attractions in Portsmouth
5.0 of 5 stars 1 Review
Description: This library was established in 1817 and has a noteworthy collection of rare and old publications.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012
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We climbed the two flights of stair to the Athenaeum not sure what to expect but were well rewarded. We are history buffs so this place was right up our alley. They also get extra points for being about the only historic site in Portsmouth open on a January weekend. The staff were great, very friendly and knowledgeable and we... More

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