Explore the Children’s Museum with Women in STEAM!
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VAVisit with local women who have chosen careers in science, engineering, math, art, and more!
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Sensory Sundays
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VASensory Sundays – the second Sunday of each month – are a time to enjoy the museum with reduced lights, sounds and guests. It’s perfect for kids with sensitivities or just a preference for calm. Second Sundays are offered to promote inclusivity. We want to share the fun with everyone! Tickets available online only.
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend in Portsmouth
Olde Towne Portsmouth Olde Towne, Portsmouth, VACheck out all the things to do St. Patrick's Day Weekend in Portsmouth. Please celebrate responsibly and have a great time! FRIDAY MARCH 17 Momac Brewing kicks off the weekend with a special brew, food trucks, and Irish music by Siren City and Sean Heely and Friends. The party goes from 12 - 9 Friday. […]
Andalo’s Library
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VAJoin Andalo and local authors as we share a book reading and activity! Readings at 11AM, 1PM and 2PM.
A Father’s Legacy
Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street, Portsmouth, VAThe Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum is proud to host Phillip Brashear, son of Navy Diver Carl Brasher, on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 1:30 PM for a presentation on the life, experiences, and achievements of his father in concert with the display “Man of Honor: The Navy’s Most Famous Diver.” A 1980 graduate of Portsmouth’s […]
Man of Honor: The Navy’s Most Famous Diver
Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street, Portsmouth, VAThis three-month temporary exhibit looks at the career of Master Chief Petty Officer Carl Brashear, the first African American to graduate from the United States Navy’s Diving and Salvage School.
Portraits of Service
Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street, Portsmouth, VAThis two-month temporary display showcases some of the many local African Americans who joined the Armed Forces during the mid-twentieth century. The photographs and captions come from the archives of the Portsmouth Star’s “Colored Notes” section, an African-American focused component of the local newspaper introduced by Jeffrey T. Wilson in 1924.
STORYLAND: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VADon’t miss this interactive traveling exhibit, on loan from the Children’s Museum of Minnesota, that lets kids step into the world of their favorite picture books. Make snow angels in The Snowy Day, explore an oversized alphabet playground in Chicka Chicka Boom Boom & more! Featured books brought to life in this exhibit: The Tale […]
Music Event: Southside Community Band
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, VirginiaThe Southside Community Band was formed in the Fall of 2017 from a core of experienced musicians who have played together for years. They will play for a free concert during the Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers Market.
Olde Towne Farmer’s Market
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, VirginiaEnjoy seasonal fruits, vegetables, baked goods, meats, eggs, flowers, art, and handcrafted skincare products and merchandise - all unique and one of a kind to the Tidewater, Virginia region.
Sailing to Freedom: Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad
Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 400 High Street, Portsmouth, VirginiaBased on the book Sailing to Freedom, this exhibit highlights little-known stories and describes the less-understood maritime side of the Underground Railroad, including the impact of African American paid, and unpaid, waterfront labor. This exhibit was made possible by the New Bedford Whaling Museum and the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth.
Women’s History Month
Children's Museum of Virginia 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VAHonor the Trailblazers that came before us during the month of March. Discover their talents by participating in weekend activities that may include S.T.E.M. activities, crafts, stories, special guests, and more. Included with admission.