Historic Houses

Governor John Langdon House is an exceptional Georgian mansion which George Washington “esteemed the first” in Portsmouth. Its reception rooms are of a grand scale suited to ceremonial occasions and are ornamented by elaborate wood carving in the Rococo style. John Langdon was a merchant, shipbuilder, Revolutionary War leader, signer of the United States Constitution, and three-term governor of New Hampshire. He built this impressive home to express his status as Portsmouth's leading citizen.  

This 165 acre seaside estate is host to many activities including jazz and reggae festivals and private functions.  There is a wide sweeping lawn area that runs to the shoreline and a 'Great House' with tours offered during the summer.