3S Artspace

3S Artspace Curiosity. Creativity. Community.
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3S Artspace is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit grounded in an unwavering appreciation for the vital role that contemporary arts play in the health of a community, both locally and globally. We believe that art has the power to transform individual lives, bridge divergent perspectives, and establish meaningful connections between and across communities.

08/25/2026

Cloud Nothings is here this Thursday (8/27) with special guest Knifeplay! Grab your tickets and we'll see you at the show.

🔗 Tickets: tinyurl.com/cloud-nothings-3s

🎉 You're invited to celebrate with us! 🎉 Join artists, nonprofit leaders, emerging philanthropists, business owners, and...
08/25/2026

🎉 You're invited to celebrate with us! 🎉
Join artists, nonprofit leaders, emerging philanthropists, business owners, and community partners at LEVEL UP, our annual fundraiser, on Friday, September 25. 6 – 9pm.
We have a limited number of individual seats available as well as opportunities to host your own table of 8: bring your friends, colleagues, clients, or community members along for the celebration!
This special evening includes cocktails + appetizers, a live auction, arts experiences, dinner, live music, and a shared celebration of what’s next for 3S.
We’re leveling up our vision for the future and your support makes it all possible. Come raise a glass, make some noise, and invest in a place where artists and audiences come together to connect, create, and experience contemporary art in all its forms. ✨
(Can’t join us at LEVEL UP? You can still be part of it. Make a contribution to 3S Artspace and help us build what’s next.)
▪ Reserve your seat, host a table, or make a gift: www.3sarts.org/levelup

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Thank you to our LEVEL UP Table Host Sponsors: Avery Insurance, The Dodier Family, Exeter Hospital, Needham Bank, and Torrington Properties

Additional support from: Eastern Bank

Join us this Thursday, Augusts 27 for our final Loading Dock Concert of the season with Cormac McCarthy (and full band!)...
08/24/2026

Join us this Thursday, Augusts 27 for our final Loading Dock Concert of the season with Cormac McCarthy (and full band!) performing songs from his new album, "Walking with the Shadows."

Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Cormac McCarthy brings an unforgettable evening of music where sharp storytelling meets masterful guitar work. Expect a captivating mix of heartfelt ballads, biting humor, and gritty country blues picking that pulls you in and doesn’t let go.

▪️7pm
▪️ Free to attend (suggested donation $12)
▪️ All ages
▪️ BYO blanket or lawn chair (there is also some limited seating available)
▪️ Learn more / RSVP: tinyurl.com/LD-Cormac-2026

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The Loading Dock Concert Series is generously supported by:
Friend of 3S Sponsor - Barrio Portsmouth
Supporter Sponsors - Great Island Realty, Jon McCormack - Real Estate Agent, St. Mary's Bank

Thank you to our year-round Lead Sponsors: AC Hotels by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown Waterfront, The Brook, The Fabulous Find, Kane Company / Tidemark, Katzman Contemporary Projects, Raka, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel, Stirling Brandworks

Join 3S Artspace and Recovergirl on October 24 for the Project Upcycle Runway Event as we celebrate our 8th annual susta...
08/20/2026

Join 3S Artspace and Recovergirl on October 24 for the Project Upcycle Runway Event as we celebrate our 8th annual sustainable fashion design competition! Member Presale starts right NOW!*
This year’s fast-paced, high-energy challenge showcases what emerges when creative process meets constraint. Designers will create gala-worthy looks for our Community Role Models using upcycled garments and surplus materials.
Come experience all the dazzling runway moments, and don't forget to dress to impress. This is more than a fashion show—it’s 3S' biggest fundraiser of the year, so we thank you for your support.

🎟 Tickets: tinyurl.com/2026-project-upcycle 🎟
▪ On sale Thursday, August 27 at 10am
▪ Members at the "Supporter" level or above, use your Member code at checkout to get your tickets RIGHT NOW! Sign up: 3sarts.org/membership
Artwork by Cindy Mauchi
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Thank you to our Project Upcycle Sponsors! 🙌
🔹Apparel Impact
🔹Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel, Springer's Jewelers
🔹Mezzanine Catering
🔹Alyssa Duncan Photography, My Friend Dan, ReVision Energy, Green Wave Electric Vehicles, and Service Credit Union

🔹Additional support from: Cornerstone Financial Planning, Harding Metals , Nancy + Kristian Jensen, Kirsten Mahoney Kennebunk Savings, Tulley Automotive Group, and We Fill Good.

Just announced and on sale now: Rustic Overtones are here at 3S on January 16!Rustic Overtones have captivated audiences...
08/20/2026

Just announced and on sale now: Rustic Overtones are here at 3S on January 16!

Rustic Overtones have captivated audiences since their formation in the early 90s. Their music is a genre-blending masterpiece, fusing rock, soul, and funk into a distinct sound that has garnered both critical acclaim and a devoted fan base.

▪ Tickets: tinyurl.com/rustic-overtones-3s

Just announced and on sale Friday! Member Presale begins tomorrow.* It's a real treat to have Letters to Cleo here at 3S...
08/18/2026

Just announced and on sale Friday! Member Presale begins tomorrow.* It's a real treat to have Letters to Cleo here at 3S with friends The Sheila Divine on November 18! The dream of the 90s is alive in Portsmouth, friends. 💕

Letters to Cleo is an American alternative rock band originating from Boston, best known for the 1994 single, "Here & Now."

▪ On sale Friday, August 21 at 10am*
▪ Tickets: tinyurl.com/letterstocleo-3s

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*Member presale begins Wednesday, August 19 at 10am! Members at the Supporter level and above, use your Member code during checkout for early access to purchase tickets! Sign up or renew: 3sarts.org/membership

Join us this Thursday, August 20 for our next Loading Dock Concert with the gentle and lush pop-folk of Jenny Owen Young...
08/17/2026

Join us this Thursday, August 20 for our next Loading Dock Concert with the gentle and lush pop-folk of Jenny Owen Youngs!

“....juxtaposing cutting lyrics with seemingly innocuous hooks....Owen Youngs twists the knife deeper by leaning into warm, acoustic guitars and whispering drum loops." -No Depression

▪️7pm
▪️ Free to attend (suggested donation $12)
▪️ All ages
▪️ BYO blanket or lawn chair (there is also some limited seating available)
▪️ Learn more / RSVP: tinyurl.com/LD-JennyOwenYoungs

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The Loading Dock Concert Series is generously supported by:
Friend of 3S Sponsor - Barrio Portsmouth
Supporter Sponsors - Great Island Realty, Jon McCormack - Real Estate Agent, St. Mary's Bank

Thank you to our year-round Lead Sponsors: AC Hotels by Marriott Portsmouth Downtown Waterfront, The Brook, The Fabulous Find, Kane Company / Tidemark, Katzman Contemporary Projects, Raka, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel, Stirling Brandworks

Be inspired by possibilities hidden within clothing we already own in this creative workshop on Saturday, October 10 her...
08/14/2026

Be inspired by possibilities hidden within clothing we already own in this creative workshop on Saturday, October 10 here at 3S! Guided by designer and sustainability innovator Karen Stewart Brown (of Assembly of Good), we'll give formalwear a second chance through thoughtful redesign, visible mending, creative alteration, and artistic embellishment.

Bring a prom dress, bridesmaid dress, or formal gown and learn how to transform it into something you'll be excited to wear again. 👗 Beginners and experienced makers are equally welcome!

🪡 We love that this workshop shares the same spirit as Project Upcycle, our annual sustainable fashion challenge happening later this month!

▪ Learn more / Register: tinyurl.com/redress-workshop-3s

08/13/2026

Coming up soon on August 23, join us for an introduction to oil painting workshop led by artist Eric MacDonald, exploring the timeless beauty and depth of this medium. This supportive, hands-on environment for all skill levels encourages experimentation, growth, and the joy of creating in oils.

(In the meantime, enjoy this mesmerizing process video from Eric. 👀 🌀)

▪ Register: tinyurl.com/oil-painting-wkshp *10 spots left!*

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319 Vaughan Street
Portsmouth, NH
03801

Opening Hours

Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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+16037663330

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