Explore the Civil Rights Movement and its ongoing impact on political participation with Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander and Dr. Charles H. Ford. This lecture examines the fight for voting rights and […]
Artist Tony Snipes discusses how he uses alternate history, sci-fi and dieselpunk to tell deeper truths about place, identity and history – using Portsmouth as his creative foundation.
Enjoy two live wind quintet performances by Virginia Symphony Orchestra Fellows during the Umoja Festival as part of Black History Now programming.
Are you a maker at heart? From artisanal skills like painting, weaving, and glass blowing to high-tech endeavors like coding and 3D printing, Maker Fest Portsmouth is fun for all […]
National Night Out is back, and you're invited! Bring the whole family to Festival Park on Tuesday, October 6 for one of Portsmouth's favorite community traditions. Enjoy an afternoon and […]
This special exhibit explores how African American history has been remembered, preserved and shared over the past century – and why that work matters now more than ever. Visitors will discover the origins of Black History Month alongside a broader look at how communities honor the past through meaningful places, traditions and cultural events, from […]
This October, the Portsmouth Museums are running a food drive to help support families right here in our local community. Bring your donation to any Portsmouth Museums location, then choose […]