The 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 […]
The 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.
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.
This 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.
The Portsmouth Museums Foundation is pleased to announce that our annual Bunny Hop 5K and 1 Mile Family Fun Run to benefit the Children’s Museum of Virginia! Enjoy a flat, fast, picturesque course along the Portsmouth waterfront. After the 5K, join us in the Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion for fun family activities and the awards […]
The Children’s Museum of Virginia welcomes back staff and students from Norfolk State University to host Nano Day. Discover the smallest science of plants and butterflies, sunscreens, and computer magnets with experiments, demonstrations, games, and more. Included with admission.
April is Kite Month, during which the museum recognizes this annual spring event by offering kites that can be colored so visitors can create artwork that flies. The Kite Art Activity is free.
Come out and enjoy a live performance from The Sam Floyd Band!
Join Andalo as we explore spring through the eyes of Peter Rabbit and our Storyland friends. Learn about gardens, the seasons, and more!
The 1960-1970 decade unleashed hope for the future and profound change as the civil rights movement sought to desegregate public spaces and secure the right to vote for African Americans. Inspired by the voice of Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., thousands of courageous people risked their lives to end Jim Crow segregation. Photographs by amateurs, […]
Discover Virginia’s Historic Seaport located in the heart of Hampton Roads. Olde Towne Portsmouth is rich in maritime history due to its prime location on the Elizabeth River, and features a significant collection of 19th century architecture. Visitors will be welcomed to five locations, which include private homes and secluded gardens. Most are showcased this […]
Enjoy reading and activity of Andalo’s favorite books or meet a local author as they share their stories! Reading Times: 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm