Friday November 24 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Fridays December 1, 8, 15, 22 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Saturdays November 25 and December 2, 9, 16, 23 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sundays November 26 and December 3, 10, 17 from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Part of Sunday Holiday Fun Days (on Sundays) Yes, […]
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Art Annex Saturdays DEC 16 and 23 from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. Visitors to the Winter Wonderland Exhibit will be able to participate in a fun family art activity unlike any other. Pour painting and dipping will be a fast and unique experience for adults and children who may have […]
STEEL PANDRUM MUSIC Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Courtyard or WW upstairs or courtyard if nice outside Saturday December 2 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. HOLIDAY JAZZ SAXOPHONE MUSIC Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Saturday December 9 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. HOLIDAY BRASS QUINTET Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Courtyard or WW […]
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Art Annex Saturday DEC 30 from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. Visitors to Winter Wonderland can make unique monotype gelli-plate prints on round forms using paper and acrylic inks, with mixed materials such as rubberbands, bubblewrap, crayons, stencils, and strings. This quick art activity will introduce people to a new way […]
New this year! Take a train ride aboard the Pokey Smokey to see the holiday lights! Food vendors, an illuminated playground, and holiday activities are also available. Check out some of the Coleman Collection pieces not displayed at the Winter Wonderland exhibit. 3 and over pay $2 for the train ride. Open Saturdays and Sundays […]
Snow will fall from the sky, music will fill the air, and we hope that it brings nostalgic memories of the past. Enjoy this magical holiday experience! Join us on the Middle Street Mall outside the Children's Museum of Virginia for this free seasonal event every Saturday at 6pm from November 25th until December 30th.
Grab the kids and join in our festive “Noon Year’s Eve Bash” on the Children’s Museum Mall, complete with party favor decorating, face painting, a juice box toast, a glittery […]
You aren’t going to want to miss this weekend’s winter extravaganza! A visit from Elsa & Anna! (11AM-1PM) Sock Skating Melted Snowman Making Igloo Building Hot Cocoa Craft Winter Tattoos […]
Museum Members, bring the whole family to enjoy a themed night and preview of The Pigeon Comes To Portsmouth: A Mo Willems Exhibit. It’s our new, limited-time exhibit, inspired by the art and characters of beloved children’s book author and illustrator Mo Willems. Our night of fun includes: Planetarium short – "Waiting Isn't Easy" by Mo […]
Black History Now Opening Event Join us for a mouthwatering food celebration at The Famous Venue in Portsmouth, VA, USA. Get ready to indulge in a delectable feast that will take your taste buds on a journey through Black history. This in-person event will showcase the rich culinary heritage of the African diaspora, featuring a variety […]
Learn about the use of color and geometry in African American Art and quilting. Afterwards, participating will hand sew a quilted t-shirt inspired by the artists! Registration required. Open to ages 12 and up. Call 757-393-8501 or email whitela@portsmouthva.gov for registration or more information.
Join us for Second Saturdays at the Children's Museum. Celebrate Black History Now with Andalo.