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The Vision for a New Visual Arts Center at the Historic South Meeting House in Portsmouth

At the Portsmouth City Council meeting on November 17, Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) shared our vision for transforming the historic South Meeting House into a vibrant new home for visual arts. We’re grateful for the Council’s support, and I want to share with the community what we’re doing, and why it matters. Since…

200 Seacoast adults will take the stage on Saturday, Nov. 1 at Unity of Sound, a community music festival hosted by Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) at Portsmouth Middle School from 12–5 p.m. The festival features 18 adult music ensembles performing a wide range of styles—from bluegrass and jazz to choral, rock, classical, and more. Unity of…

Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) proudly announces the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Susan Labrie and Jason Goodrich. Together, they bring decades of professional expertise in marketing, real estate, engineering, and community engagement, along with a shared passion for the Seacoast’s vibrant arts and cultural community. After retiring from…

Portsmouth Music and Arts Center (PMAC) brings the 1980s back to life—jazz style—at Jazz Night: 80s Songbook, happening Saturday, Sept. 27 at The Music Hall Lounge. With two shows at 7 and 9 pm, this one-night event puts a bold spin on highlights from a beloved era, all reinterpreted by PMAC’s top-tier faculty musicians.. Now…

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our 2025 PMAC graduating seniors! Each of these talented young artists has left a lasting impression on our community, and we’re excited to share a few of their stories with you. You’ll also get a glimpse into their favorite memories, what’s next for them, and how they plan to…

By PMAC CEO & New Horizons Band Director Russ Grazier On Saturday, March 15, more than 80 musicians gathered for something truly special: the annual New Hampshire New Horizons Band Combined Concert. This unique event brings together adult community bands from across the state—based in the Lakes Region, Concord, Monadnock, and Portsmouth—for one day of…

Office Closure

 
PMAC is closed through 11/30 for Thanksgiving Break. We will resume our normal hours and programs on 12/1.

If you have any questions, please contact our PMAC Office at 603-431-4278 or via email at info@pmaconline.org.