Portsmouth Historic Quarter

“It’s time we acknowledge women’s contribution to maritime.” We are so proud to be hosting SHE_SEES in Boathouse 4 in partnership with Lloyd's Register and University of Portsmouth This ground breaking exhibition taps into archive materials from across the UK and Ireland to uncover the extensive history of trailblazing females in the maritime industry. More than just looking into the past, the exhibition highlights a persistent gender imbalance. Recent research from the International Maritime Organization, found that women currently only account for just 29% of the overall industry workforce – a figure that drops to 2% when it comes to female seafarers within the crewing workforce. Blending striking visuals, art and storytelling, the SHE_SEES exhibition features portraits of inspiring women working in the maritime industry. It also includes two new portraits from Portsmouth-based women – Betzy Shell, Boatbuilder, and PHQ's own Emily Ball, Boatkeeper Assistant. Our CEO, Hannah Prowse, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be welcoming the SHE_SEES exhibition here into the Dockyard and into Boathouse 4 from the International Maritime Organisation.” “The boathouse can seem intimidating, with its boats, tools and people working there – but with this exhibition, we hope to reinforce the idea that this space is for everyone.” The SHE_SEES exhibition is free to enter and open to visitors between 10am and 4:30pm. Find out more here https://lnkd.in/eNr6c8vJ

JOIN THE TEAM This is an exciting opportunity to work in a unique maritime heritage setting. Boathouse 4 houses a workshop where traditional boatbuilding skills and knowledge are put into practice every day in order to restore and maintain our collection. We also have a community of volunteers who come to utilise long-held skills, learn new skills and share a love of heritage vessels and maritime history with each other and the visiting public. If this sounds like the environment for you, the full job description and further details can be found on our website. https://lnkd.in/e9Z6dwSZ

An official hello to the LinkedIn community 👋   It has been an exciting time since our official rebrand to Portsmouth Historic Quarter from Portsmouth Naval Base Property Trust. While our old name served us well, we felt it no longer fully encapsulated the breadth and depth of our work.   We remain steadfast in our commitment to serving as custodians of historic buildings, boats, and spaces in and around Portsmouth Harbour, ensuring their preservation and accessibility for generations to come.   As Portsmouth Historic Quarter, we aim to highlight our role in breathing new life into our Naval Heritage, fostering energy and vibrancy while ensuring sustainability and accessibility for all. We actively create authentic, educational, and enjoyable places, experiences, and opportunities.   👉 Follow us to see how we bring our values to life. 👋 And do reach out or say hi; together, we can achieve great things and make a significant impact.