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The kids will love learning about the history and tradition of lightships and their nautical significance when you visit the Lightship Portsmouth Museum. Lightships were originally known as “floating lighthouses” that guide ships into harbors our out to sea. Their legacy is kept alive thanks to the preservation of Lightship Portsmouth, a vessel that now serves as a museum to tell its story and of similar types of watercraft through exciting exhibits and attractions.

Meet up with your pals for the big game tonight at Roger Brown's Restaurant and Sports Bar. This highly entertaining nightlife venue offers plenty to enjoy. Start out with an incredibly delicious selection from the menu. The list of culinary selections features everything from delectable Angus steaks to classic entrees all made fresh to your order. After that, partake of the impressive selection at the bar that includes your choice of 24 draughts, domestic or international beer and wine. Several regulation pool tables, eye-popping video screens showing the big game, and excellent bar service make Roger Brown's the destination of choice for the perfect evening out.

Learn about the vital role that the sea has played in the history and development of the area when you visit Nauticus. This premier maritime-themed science center and museum is located just a short drive away in nearby Norfolk. The attraction opened its doors in June of 1994 and is located on the former site of Norfolk's banana pier. Interactive theaters, hands-on exhibits and many special presentations are all a part of the Nauticus experience.

Every August, Portsmouth celebrates the creation and impact of art with the popular Seawall Art Show. For over 30 years, this has proven to be one of the area's favorite events. Art lovers from all over the area gather in Portsmouth to enjoy the showcase of fine arts and crafts that both artists and artisans bring to the Portsmouth waterfront. The Portsmouth Fine Arts Commission and Portsmouth Museum are the main organizers of this show with proceeds going to support the continuation of various arts programs in Portsmouth.