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 outdoor signs, huge, homemade Christmas trees, and unique office decorations—most of which were crafted by the workers themselves.
Join Father Christmas and Mary Veale as they carol, impart a bit of history, and tell stories along a special route through Olde Towne Portsmouth. Caroling begins at the Christmas Tree outside the Children's Museum in Middle Street Mall and ends with a tour and refreshments at Historic Hill House, after which guests will be […]
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 with children who have behavioral health and/or developmental challenges. Visitors can explore the museum, use adaptive materials, relax in a quiet space and enjoy a […]
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 1996, the Virginia Handbell Consort became the first community handbell ensemble in the Hampton Roads area. Their auditioned musicians perform on handbells, hand chimes, and […]
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.
With 27 years under our belt, the Santa Claus Shuffle is a well-planned, fun and festive event for the entire family! Get your December off to a great start by […]
The annual concert given in memory of Professor AJ Lancaster includes carols, handbells, and music performed by the Sanctuary Choir.
Join Father Christmas and the Snow Queen for a one-of-a-kind Pajama Party, complete with songs, stories, a make-n-take craft and, of course, cookies and hot cocoa in your PJs! Children's […]
In the midst of this year's holiday season, renew your spirit during the 25th annual Flute & Harp Concert at St. John's Church featuring Virginia Symphony members Debra Wendells Cross […]
Free admission for all Portsmouth residents to Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Collection with valid ID.
Join us for a free production of It's Christmas with dinner provided. All are welcome! Call 757-397-1297 to make your reservation.
This 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.