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Portsmouth’s most prestigious juried exhibition returns for its second iteration this fall. Conceived as a large-scale showcase of contemporary visual art from across New England, the NHAA Biennial continues to grow in both scale and significance, featuring work from over 100 exceptional artists.

On view from Sept 5-Nov 30 at The Gallery at Jimmy’s, 135 Congress St, Portsmouth.

Hours: Wed & Thurs 11-5, Fri & Sat 11-6, Sun 12-5 *hours may vary during private events

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This NHAA member show features work incorporating handwriting, text, or letterforms as visual or conceptual elements. Artists were also invited to take the theme in other directions, exploring silence, secrecy, symbolism, communication without words, and the resonance of things left unsaid. The result is a diverse collection of works that transform language into image, gesture, and symbol. On view at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery October 2 - Nov 30.

Image: When Echoes Go Astray by Karl Schmitz

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For Chris and Rose, art has always been an extension of their relationship. Years of shaping one another’s lives have also meant shaping one another’s work—through conversations about process, exchanging feedback, or simply noticing the details of daily life together. On view at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery October 2 - Nov 30.

Image: Come Here by Rose Robinson

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In Beyond, photographer Larry Smukler invites viewers into a world where the veil of the familiar is lifted. Water shimmers into a dreamscape, and shadows stretch into mystery. Each of the twenty photographs in the exhibition is less a record of place than an evocation of feeling—transporting us into feelings that linger just beyond words. On view at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery October 2 - Nov 30.

Image: Beyond-1 by Larry Smukler

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Together, Mandela Imari & Alyssa Rockwell create a dynamic dialogue, revealing a story that is at once mystical and familiar. Tarot Nouveau offers a vision of the Major Arcana that speaks to duality and connection, inviting viewers to encounter the tarot as both universal and personal. On view at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery October 2 - Nov 30.

Image: The Chariot by Mandela Imari

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NHAA and Portsmouth Historical Society invited artists who work in all media to submit work for “Contemporary Currents,” a companion exhibit to “Winds of Change,” a Cabot Lyford retrospective focusing on the themes of experimentation and advocacy. On view at 10 Middle Street, April 1-Nov 15, 2025.

Image: Memory of a Dream by Ember Nevins

“Small World,” the latest WC Gallery Installation by artist Mitra Nutter, invites viewers to step into a world where scale, memory, and play converge. The installation features polymer clay and plaster reliefs, along with smaller prints and paintings, displayed in groupings that highlight their use of color, texture, and figuration.

Lotte Jacobi’s America is a compelling retrospective photography exhibition honoring the life and legacy of renowned photographer Lotte Jacobi. This special exhibition shines a spotlight on a Jewish woman who fled Nazi Germany and went on to capture some of the most iconic figures of the 20th century through her lens. Known for her powerful portraits, Jacobi's work speaks to the intersection of art, politics, and humanity. On view at Temple Israel, located at 200 State Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, from July 30th to October 14th.

Gallery talk at Temple Israel by curator Gary Samson on September 14th | 1pm Registration Required

In collaboration with The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, NHAA is pleased to present Timeless Japan, a photography exhibition by Kevin Molloy, on view Sept 9th to Nov 10th.

Timeless Japan will run at the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, located at 49 South Main Street, Suite 104, in Concord. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check the Chamber’s website for hours before visiting, as they may vary. Contact NHAA at (603) 431-4230 for sales inquiries. Image: Golden Pavilion by Kevin Molloy