An east-coast native with a west-coast vibe, Jonah Ross combines ‘60s and ‘70s soft rock style with sunny 2000s acoustic pop, to deliver tightly crafted, personal narratives in music. He […]
Museum open free 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Take a moment to create a picture or painting, using unique art materials and techniques that focus on color. These fast and […]
Reception: May 13, 1:30 p.m. Since 2006 the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center has hosted an exhibition of sculptures in the historic courtyard. Visitors can pick up a ballot inside and cast their vote to determine which sculpture wins People’s Choice Award. Additional awards include Seawall art Award and SPPA Juror’s Choice Award.
SOLID GROUND offers work by Ceramic Design Association (CDA) artists, whose work ranges from functional ware to large-scale sculptures. The organization brings together local ceramic artists and potters dedicated to the ceramic arts to enhance the cultural life in Hampton Roads. They offer regular workshops and an annual Empty Bowls Benefit that brings together artists […]
Black History Now and the Portsmouth Colored Community Library Museum proudly presents the exhibition of Rooting for the Home Team: Portsmouth's Black Baseball Players, Promoters and Parks. In the post-World War II era, "Baseball was king" in the sports world of Hampton Roads, especially in the African American community. Discover the joy of baseball among […]
Founded in 1996, in Portsmouth, VA, the Rhythm Project is a world-class percussion ensemble dedicated to nurturing self-esteem through individual and cooperative achievement. The All-Stars were 2009, 2010, and 2019 Virginia International PANFest Grand Champions, […]
We are working in partnership with The Daffodil Project and Am Yisrael Chai to build a worldwide Living Holocaust Memorial by planting 1.5 million daffodils in memory of the children who perished in the Holocaust and in support for children […]
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Free Performance by the Ramblin’ Jake Band The Ramblin’ Jake band will perform live for free during the Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers Market. Ramblin’ Jake took the award for Best Americana in 2022, along with numerous other accolades locally and on the national level. He will perform with his band in the courtyard with a superb variety […]
Score discounts at all Portsmouth museum stores during Museum Store Sunday. Thank you for supporting your local museums this holiday season! Discounts available at the Children’s Museum, Portsmouth Art & […]
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Annex Sundays November 26 and December 3, 10 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Part of Sunday Holiday Fun Days
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Annex Sundays November 26 and December 3, 10 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Part of Sunday Holiday Fun Days
Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Collection is a popular holiday tradition in Portsmouth. However, a centerpiece of the collection resides just around the corner at Monumental Methodist Church. The Nativity Scene, because of it’s religious significance, was best housed outside a public building and separate from the rest of the collection. However, it remains a very […]