PORTSMOUTH MEMORIES IN 400 WORDS
PNH400 plans to bring the historical record compiled in 1973 for the City’s 350th anniversary up-to-date in 2023 with a Commemorative Book, filling in the history of the past fifty years. The book will also include a list of sponsors, donors, and the 400th Anniversary events, projects and programs being offered throughout 2023 to celebrate.
The ’eyewitness’ memories of residents who have experienced the life of the city during the years 1973 to the present are the key component of the 400th Commemorative Book. The Portsmouth NH 400 committee is now collecting those accounts from everyone who would like to participate in the project. Short essays of 400 words or less are welcome.
Chuck McMahon, author of “Legendary Locals of Portsmouth” is collecting the entries. “Not all essays will make it into the book, but we’re inviting anyone who lived or worked in Portsmouth in the last fifty years to submit a 400-word short story or essay chronicling a special memory you have about this great city. Bring us back to the moment, describing in vivid detail what Portsmouth was like during this time. We will accept stories about any event since 1973, even if your memory is a recent one. We invite you to help us write the history of the last half-century!”
The submission deadline has come and gone, but over 50 stories were submitted — each telling wonderful tales and important memories of Portsmouth's past.
Contact Stories.PNH400@gmail.com with any questions.