In 2024 the arts take center stage, as Black History Now! showcases some of the area’s most successful Black artists, filmmakers, musicians, and changemakers. Meet the artists who made history in Portsmouth through this historic collection of memories and artifacts, highlighting the impact of Hampton Roads' and Portsmouth’s artists. Visit our Art is Revolutionary exhibit, […]
Paint your fur baby for lasting memories. Learn the basics and take it from there.
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 […]
Bryce Dallas Howard (Jurassic World franchise) is Elly Conway, the reclusive author of a series of best-selling espionage novels, whose idea of bliss is a night at home with her computer and her cat, Alfie. But when the plots of Elly's fictional books--which center on secret agent Argylle and his mission to unravel a global […]
Local favorite. Rock, alternative, roots and more.
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 […]
Classic country and southern rock.
Local favorite DJ. Come on out and show us what you got.
Come Song with us! Karaoke made for a Fantastic Friday Night by DJ RO! Great for Large Groups/Parties!
Brittany Michelle Hines aka B.Michelle definitely has the talent and skills to make her mark on the world..With her unique sound and fresh style, she is hands down the next […]
Discover African American scientists and their significant contributions during the month of February. Their profiles will be featured throughout the museum and experiments related to their work will be highlighted […]
The Pigeon Comes to Portsmouth: A Mo Willems exhibit is inspired by the art and characters of the beloved children’s book author and illustrator, Mo Willems. Visitors are invited into the […]