
Hampton History Museum
Hampton History Museum features ten permanent galleries that bridge the past with the present, including the city’s early inhabitance by the Kecoughtan tribe, contributions of African-American residents, to the city’s role as the founding site for the U.S. space program.
Experience four centuries of national history and view how Hampton evolved as “America’s Gateway” from Native American days to the Space Age. Ten galleries illustrate a narrative beginning with the Virginia Colony and continue through phases of Coastal Virginia life with surprises along the way. Meet Blackbeard the Pirate, experience the burning of Hampton during the Civil War and see how the Contraband decision was the first step toward freedom for millions of African-Americans.
Upstairs you’ll find a new exhibit that changes approx. every 10-12 months, and on their events calendar you’ll find traveling exhibits, speakers, & and more – all ensuring there’s always something new to learn & experience at the Hampton History Museum!
The museum also shares space with their gift shop and the Hampton Visitor Center. Ask about tickets to the Hampton Carousel.
- Museum Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 AM – 5 PM; Sunday, 1 PM – 5 PM.
- Admission: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, active military, active NASA, AAA and children 4–12. Children under 4, free.
- Free visitor parking is available in the parking garage located at 555 Settlers Landing Road and accessed from History Museum Way, across the street from the museum entrance.
- Highway exit: I-64, Exit 267 to Settlers Landing Road. Continue to History Museum Way.
- Gift shop Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 AM – 4 PM, Sat. 11 AM – 3 PM, and Sunday, 1 – 4 PM.
Admission to the Hampton History Museum is included in the Sea to Stars discounted ticket package!
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