Year in Review: Hampton’s New and Noteworthy in 2023
What to do professional awards, new businesses, and black history have in common? They all helped highlight Hampton, VA in 2023!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Hampton
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...
Top 5 highlights from 2022 in Hampton
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...
Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Hampton
Visit these 3 places to view timeless educational displays that explore the lives of the Indigenous People in Virginia.
Hampton Then V. Now
Then and Now Hampton has always been a diverse, developing city. With over 400 years of history, Hampton has seen a lot of change over the years as it has continued to grow. Take a trip back in time to...
Stay in Style: Magnolia House Inn Bed & Breakfast
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,...
Meet the Women Who are the Keepers of Hampton’s History
This month we are featuring the women who work to highlight, commemorate, and celebrate the history & heritage of Hampton, VA.
Soulful Sanctuaries: Discovering the Rich Heritage of Black Churches in Hampton
These churches are significant because they represent some of Hampton’s first African American sanctuaries. More than just a religious congregation, they were a source of moral & social advancement.
Virtually Tour Hampton’s Black Heritage Sites
We invite you to virtually visit Hampton, Virginia’s Black history and heritage sites! You can now virtually explore the Hampton University Museum, Historic Fort Monroe, and Hampton History Museum. Explore these locations wherever and whenever you want to learn more...
400 Years Forward: Black History Driving Tour in Hampton, VA
Explore Black History with this self-guided tour of key African American heritage sites in Hampton; from the first Africans in America, to the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, and a historic neighborhood "Built by Blacks, for Blacks."
