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Rev it up but stay inside when you get behind the wheel of a state-of-the-art European kart with Honda motors at American Indoor Karting in Portsmouth. This is the ultimate indoor karting experience that you will enjoy on a highly sophisticated set of professionally designed tracks. Helmets are required, as fun and safety are both the top priorities at this thrill-packed recreation venue.

Fans of history will not want to miss the opportunity to visit the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum in Portsmouth. This is much more than a history lesson–this impressive facility houses an incredible collection of military artifacts, pictures, weapons and many historic ships including the CSS VIRGINIA (EX-MERRIMAC) as well as the world's first aircraft carrier, the LANGLEY.

The John Cary Weston House is a structure that figures significantly into the area's history. Upon first glance, you will be struck by its Richardson Romanesque Revival architecture which is adorned by a granite ashlar with brownstone trim. The building has served many purposes, some of which were a Presbyterian church and a Christian Science center. Tours are available during regular business hours.

Portsmouth Community Concerts is an organization with a mission that involves bringing the best live music performances to Portsmouth on a regular basis. So far, they have not fallen short of their purpose. This veteran group that specializes in concert presentation has been responsible for offering an impressive schedule of national and international acts and entertainment to Portsmouth audiences. The shows take place at Willett Hall. You can buy a subscription to guarantee great seats, or if you prefer, you can purchase tickets individually.