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 […]
Kids of all ages are invited to dance across the continents with Rita Cohen. Explore and join in dances from Africa, South America, Europe and North America. As the founder and artistic director of the Tidewater African Cultural Alliance (TACA), Rita works to bring African culture to Hampton Roads. Don’t miss this fun and educational […]
Featuring Local Authors from around Hampton Roads
Enjoy a children's holiday movie while decorating a cookie! Call 757-393-8501 for more information. FREE!
Teams of 2-4 people are invited to find the answers to clues and discover the achievements of famous African Americans. Bring your friends and family to join in the fun […]
Storytelling in Beadwork Feb 1, 2025 11 am – 12 pm Main Library Ages 12 to Adult Explore the work of artist Joyce Scott and try your own hand at […]
Drop in and create a beautiful masterpiece of your own and learn about a great African American artist.
Stop in with the kids and see how learning about engineering, math, science, and technology can be fun. Learn about famous black scientists.
Black History Story Time Feb 15, 2025 11 am- 12 pm Main Library Enjoy a story, craft, and a short film with the African American Historical Society of Portsmouth. […]
Come hear the stories of Portsmouth’s earliest African Americans in music and narrative. 2pm | Porte City Magic Orchestra and Choir 3:15pm | Chrystle Castleberry, Public Archaeologist, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation […]
Anansi & Me A program by Arts for Learning Virginia that teaches students how animal characters in Anansi fables and trickster tales represent human strengths and weaknesses. Anansi is a […]