Portsmouth in Rockingham County, New Hampshire — The American Northeast (New England)

Oracle House

Circa 1702

Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, July 16, 2009

1. Oracle House Marker

Inscription. The Oracle House is one of the oldest houses in New England. it was built by the Honorable Richard Wibird, an officer in the British Royal Navy, wealthy merchant, member of The King's Council and a benefactor of Harvard College.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Education.

Location. 43° 4.618′ N, 70° 45.17′ W. Marker is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, in Rockingham County. Marker is at the intersection of Marcy St. and Court St., on the right when traveling south on Marcy St.. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Portsmouth NH 03801, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Portsmouth NH Marine Railway (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); James (Stavers) (about 300 feet away); Memorial Bridge 1923-2012 (about 400 feet away); Portsmouth Veteran's Memorial (about 400 feet away); Portsmouth Pier & Wharves (about 400 feet away); North Pier (about 400 feet away); Black Yankees and The Sea (about 500 feet away); Liberty Pole and Bridge (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Portsmouth.

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Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, July 16, 2009

2. Oracle House Marker

Bottom of marker
The first daily newspaper in New Hampshire, "THE ORACLE OF THE DAY" was published here in the 18th century by Charles Peirce.

Photographed By James R. Murray, July 26, 2016

3. Oracle House Marker

While renovations seem to be complete, sadly, the marker seems to be missing!

Oracle House image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Beverly Pfingsten, July 16, 2009

4. Oracle House

House was under renovation in 2009

Photographed By James R. Murray, July 26, 2016

5. Oracle House Marker

Happily, the renovations have been completed!

Credits. This page was last revised on November 24, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 17, 2009, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 2,478 times since then and 57 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 17, 2009, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. 3. submitted on July 26, 2016, by James R. Murray of Elkton, Florida. 4. submitted on October 17, 2009, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. 5. submitted on July 26, 2016, by James R. Murray of Elkton, Florida.