Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15- October 15 in our city. Hampton is a diverse city made up of residents and visitors from all walks of life including various Hispanic communities. According to the Virginia Hispanic Chamber, Hispanics/Latinos are...
Join the Fort Monroe Authority, National Park Service, Project 1619, and the City of Hampton for the 1619 Commemoration of the First Enslaved African Landing Ceremony on August 26 10 am – 4 pm at Fort Monroe. Gather your family...
Some of Hampton’s most significant strides and developments have been due to strong and creative women. This year during Women’s History Month, discover events and sites in Hampton, which honor women past and present: Events: March 11: Margaret Cho: Live...
Black History Month is an annual observance of accomplishments by African Americans and a time for recognizing their pivotal role in U.S. history. African Americans have played a massive role in shaping Hampton for over 400 years, from culture, to...
2022 was a year of growth for Hampton, and we are proud to say that our visitation has returned to pre-pandemic levels! Here are 5 highlights from the year, and 5 reasons to plan your visit in 2023: 1. Making...
Visit these 3 places to view timeless educational displays that explore the lives of the Indigenous People in Virginia.
Since 2006 Joyce and Lankford have been welcoming visitors to the Magnolia House Inn Bed & Breakfast and Wedding Chapel. Close to Downtown Hampton, local restaurants, and shops, it is the perfect place to stay for a weekend getaway, anniversary,...
The American Civil War descended upon Hampton with a blaze of historic firsts. Hampton’s location near Fort Monroe placed it in harm’s way at the beginning of the Civil War, resulting in the burning of Hampton on August 7, 1861....
Women’s history month is a time for us to celebrate the achievements of women in Hampton and across the world. Hampton’s history has been formed by many women since its early years, and is now continuously shared through the keepers...
Following the Civil War, many African Americans in Hampton received their education in concert with religious studies through the programs of the American Missionary Association, a philanthropic society dedicated to teaching people of color. But while the presence of the...
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