It’s a great time for toddler time in the museum! After winter break, the big kids are back in school and we’ll have sock skating, the toddler gym equipment, special crafts, STEM activities, music sing – a – longs and toddler ballet! —all yours to explore. Advanced tickets required.
Curtis Blues –11AM, 1PM, 2PM The Unsung Heroes of American Popular Music - An interactive music program celebrating the lives of the African American musicians who gave modern Popular music its distinctive beats and rhythms. Performance includes unusual instruments from the history of American music and is suitable for all ages. Curtis Blues is a […]
Join us on select Sundays for children with special needs and their families to visit the museum in a less overwhelming environment. The museum hopes to alleviate any stress by providing a special date and time for them to enjoy the museum through adapted programs and exhibits as well as a reduced number of visitors. […]
Portsmouth, VA Restaurant Week is a time for the Portsmouth restaurant community to show off our wide variety of gourmet specialties. Local chefs are preparing special menus that are guaranteed to leave you wanting more. Participating restaurants will offer options for 2 course lunches at $10 or $15 and three course dinners at $25 or $35 […]
Enjoy a reading and activity of Andalo’s favorite books about Martin Luther King Jr at 11AM, 1PM and 2PM.
From “Anansi the Spider” to “Brer Rabbit,” traditional slave tales have hidden meanings that serve to educate and celebrate African American history. Storyteller Dylan Pritchett brings the early days of slavery to life through these tales that are wound tightly with themes of family strength and morals as well as lessons that teach about character […]
Restaurant Week is a time for Portsmouth to show off its wide variety of gourmet specialties. Our local chefs are preparing menus that are guaranteed to leave you wanting more. Participating restaurants will offer special menus with options for two-course lunches and three-course dinners.
Norfolk State University vocal music majors and instrumentalists will present a dynamic concert of songs, highlighting the journey of African Americans from spirituals to traditional and contemporary gospel. Presented under the musical direction of NSU music professor, Dr. Bianca K. Jackson. This program was organized and sponsored in part by the Portsmouth Art & Cultural […]
Learn about the quilt making tradition in African American culture and the artistry of the quilts of Gee’s Bend. Participants will then make a Gee’s Bend inspired quilt wall hanging using hand-sewing techniques. Open to ages 12 and up. Registration is required. Call 757-393-8501 or email whitela@portsmouthva.gov for registration or more information.
Harriet Tubman was a soldier, freedom fighter, Underground Railroad conductor, nurse, and a spy. Yet, her most important role was that of a fierce advocate, defender, protector, and supporter of African American rights. Cassandra Newby-Alexander will explore the life of this extraordinary woman whose journeys took her from Maryland to Philadelphia, PA, Auburn, NY, St. […]
Bobby BlackHat brings together the finest blues musicians to perform original, contemporary, and classic blues tunes that will keep your toes tappin’, fingers poppin’, and hips shakin’ all night long.
Unsung Heroes of American Dance the Alvin Ailey Experience – 11AM, 1PM Explore the origins of modern dance through the life and work of Alvin Ailey presented by Atumpan Edutainment.