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Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, Virginia

Stroll through the museum’s courtyard and explore our one-of-a-kind outdoor sculpture exhibit, featuring six original sculptures by notable Mid-Atlantic artists. View the intricacies of these three-dimensional forms, then pick up a ballot inside the museum and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award. Additional awards include the Seawall Art Award and Juror’s Choice Award, […]

IF NOT NOW Exhibit

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, Virginia

Wednesday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sundays: Noon – 4 The exhibit, If Not Now, on view from July 16 to October 16th presents artwork by eight artists whose work draws attention to destructive environmental impacts dating to the beginning of the industrial revolution. The work posits the questions: what can be done […]

Missy Elliott Boulevard Renaming Ceremony & Parade

Manor High School 1401 Elmhurst Ln, Portsmouth, VA

The world knows her as the “Queen of Rap,” but Missy Elliott was born and raised right here in Portsmouth, Virginia. Come join in the celebration as this iconic musician and performer returns to her hometown for a parade and ceremony renaming a street in her honor and presenting her with a key to the […]

Halloween at the Museum

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

You're cordially invited to Halloween at the Museum where history really does come alive 👻 In the spirit of “Night at the Museum,” interact with our notable characters. Engage with famous scientists and artists as you collect treats and trinkets. Guests are encouraged to join in the fun and dress up. Join us - if […]

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Halloweekend

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Calling all ghouls, goblins, witches & wizards! Join us for a scary good time at The Children's Museum of Virginia's Halloweekend. Dress in your Halloween costume and enjoy themed crafts and activities throughout the museum. Reserve tickets online at ChildrensMuseumVirginia.com

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Museum Store Sunday

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Museum Shops & the Portsmouth Welcome Center Special discounts on one-of-a-kind items found at any of the Museum Shops and the Portsmouth Welcome Center. Get ahead on holiday shopping while supporting your local museums! Museum Shops include The Children's Museum of Virginia and The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum.  The Portsmouth Welcome Center is also participating.

Pancakes with Father Christmas and the Snow Queen

The Book Club on High 620 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join Father Christmas, the Snow Queen and Mary Veale for songs, stories, a make & take craft and, of course, festive pancakes! Children's tickets include all this, with adult tickets […]

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Shipyard Seasons Greetings

Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

See mid-20th century images of shipyard buildings and facilities decorated for the holidays. Despite being an industrial facility, the shipyard did manage to make merry for the holidays with large […]

A Special Day for Special Needs

Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA

Join us for a morning of reduced lights, and sounds to help everyone enjoy the museum. Explore local resources while visiting the museum! The Children's Museum of Virginia welcomes families […]

Virginia Handbell Consort Holiday Concert

Churchland Auditorium 4301 Cedar Ln, Portsmouth, VA

It's the 84th Season of the Portsmouth Community Concerts. Tickets are $25 each. Concerts are held inside the beautifully restored auditorium at Churchland High School. Formed in the fall of […]

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Breakfast with Santa

Monumental United Methodist Church 450 Dinwiddie St, Portsmouth, VA

Breakfast, gifts and pictures with Santa for hundreds of community kids. Free, but reservations are encouraged. Visit https://www.monumentalumc.org/ministries Call 757-397-1297 to reserve.