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 […]
Take this 90-Minute, guided walking tour of historic Emanuel A.M.E. Church – founded in 1772 and renowned as an important stop on the Underground Railroad. Meet the heroes and learn […]
Every Saturday at 10 AM. Extended hours starting at 9 AM in spring summer. The Olde Towne Farmers Market offers fresh regional and local produce, meats, holiday floral arrangements, baked […]
Visit the Olde Towne Antique & Flea Market on the first Saturday of each month, rain or shine, and enjoy the eclectic collection of unique and antique wares. With more […]
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, […]
Learn how to pour paint to create different textures and effects. Create your own masterpeice.
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 […]
Join us for our Front Porch Talk series, a dramatic journey through African American History in Portsmouth. Each Saturday during Black History Month, enjoy a performance you’ll never forget. February […]
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 […]
Get ready to laugh at @ THE STORY BEHIND IT! Comedy Show with comedians Danielle Da Diva * Laure' * Rashida Hardy & Brenae Williams THE STORY BEHIND IT! WHO […]
Heather Edwards and friends perform a variety of music. Food and drink specials.