If you love naval history and lighthouses, be sure to visit the Lightship Portsmouth Museum where you will learn all about the PORTSMOUTH that was built in 1915. For 48 years, she served the coasts of Virginia, Delaware and Massachusetts helping mariners avoid dangerous shoals or enter safely into harbors at night. Today the Portsmouth is designated a National Historic Landmark. Its museum house's a ship's quarters with fascinating artifacts, uniforms, photographs, models, and more. You will enjoy learning all about the history and naval experiences of mariners from the early 1900s.