Don’t miss this opportunity to get a jump on your holiday shopping! Choose from a variety of handcrafted items and artwork. Plan on coming out to our historic location and supporting local craftsmen and artisans while experiencing the museum’s current art exhibitions. This event is open to the public and activities will be included.

Thursday, December 4, 2025

• MARKETPLACE 10 am – 4 pm
• 1 pm History of Kwanzaa with Brother Larry Gibson
• 2 pm – 3 pm “Tis the Season for the Ancestors” Fashion Show with Japharii Jones (757 Black Lives Matter)

Friday, December 5, 2025

• MARKETPLACE 10 am – 5:30 pm
• 12 pm History of Kwanzaa with Brother Larry Gibson
• 1 pm Steppin’ With Purpose with April Mason
• EVENING CELEBRATION 5:30 pm – 7 pm
  • • 5:00 pm History of Kwanzaa with Brother Larry Gibson
    • 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm Holiday Performance by the Hampton University Child Development Center directed by Joy Hernandez
    • 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Open Hearts, Open Mic, a collaborative effort between the Women’s and Men’s Caucus of the Hampton University Student Government Association. Guests can write letters to individuals impacted by homelessness, wishing them a happy holiday season

Saturday, December 6, 2025

• MARKETPLACE 10 am – 4 pm
• 11 am History of Kwanzaa with Brother Larry Gibson
• 1 pm – 2 pm Steppin’ with Purpose with April Mason

All programs are subject to change; See Hampton University Museum for more info & updates.