Waves of Strength Portraits of African American Shipyard Workers from Tidewater Virginia In the summer of 2014, photographer artist Glen McClure began his project of documenting the proud men and women who work to support a massive industry that defines South Hampton Roads, Virginia. This exhibition highlights the African Americans included in that series, with […]
A Purple Patchwork Sewn in Sisterhood The Hampton Road’s based 54-40 African American Quilters Guild of Virginia reflects on The Color Purple through their creation of quilts in this exhibition of latest works March 22nd through July 20th 2025
Description: Forged in Hampton Roads explores the transformative impact of African American labor and how it profoundly shaped the character and lifestyle of the Hampton Roads region. Come learn about John Mallory Phillips, the man who created one of the region’s first Black resorts and hotels in Hampton. Or read about a former slave named Aaron who […]
The Dry Dock Affair 1829-1831: African American Labor in America's Shipyard The Dry Dock Affair, 1829-1831: African American Labor in America’s Shipyard examines the history of both free and enslaved Black labor in the Gosport Shipyard during the 1830s. Dry Dock No.1 was completed in 1834 and became the first operational dry dock in the […]
Join us for a 1 mile walk along our nature trails. The walks are free but we ask you to register in advance. Register here.
APRIL 16-19, 2025 Get ready college basketball fans, it’s time for the 2025 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament! 64 elite college seniors will compete in a 4-day tournament with NBA scouts & execs watching every move, pass and slam dunk. What started in 1953 as a city basketball league has now become an annual national sensation. Every […]
Portsmouth Peace Fest - Put the Guns Down and Pick the Mic Up. Peacefest marks the end of Portsmouth Peace Week, an entire week devoted to ending gun violence. Join […]
In this month’s story, we learn about the positive effects of caring and kindness – and how a simple smile can spread happiness far and wide. Included with museum admission.
Acoustic guitar and vocals.
Check out good jams and good beers.
Acoustic guitar and vocals.
Rock and roll. Full band.