Walking Tour “Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation”
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Rd, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesA free, ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Rd, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesBlack Heritage guided tour at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." Scheduled Fridays & Saturdays at 1 PM: 02/02-03/02, 03/29-04/06,...
Dockside Seafood Feast
Graham & Rollins Waterfront Dock 19 Rudd Lane, Hampton, VirginiaThe Hampton History Museum’s popular Dockside Seafood Feast returns to the unique setting of the historic Graham & Rollins working waterfront dock in Downtown Hampton to raise funds for the...
“Escape to Freedom” Annual Contraband Commemorative
Chapel of the Centurion at Fort Monroe 157 Bernard Road, Hampton, VA, United StatesThe Contraband Historical Society of Hampton, Virginia, will hold its annual commemoration of the Contraband Decision of 1861. In partnership with the Fort Monroe Authority, the Society will bring together...
Soundscapes – Summer Concert
The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United StatesPeninsula Youth Orchestra is a place for musically motivated students to play and learn together. Musicians up to 25 years of age play a varied music repertoire, including classical, popular,...
Sunset Music Series
Virginia Air and Space Center 600 Settlers Landing Rd, Hampton, VA, United StatesMark your calendars, music lovers! The Virginia Air and Space Science Center is thrilled to announce "The Sunset Music Series" kicking off on April 25th from 6 to 8 pm!...
Peninsula Pilots Baseball Opening Night
War Memorial Stadium 1889 W. Pembroke Ave., Hampton, VA, United StatesGet ready for takeoff! Charting a course for victory! Celebrating our 25th anniversary, check out our 2024 Peninsula Pilots schedule and join us as we soar to new heights!
The Bodacious Bazaar – Spring
Hampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United StatesOver 250 vendors, artists, crafters and several of Virginia's finest wineries at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, where there is something for everyone! BodaciousBazaar.com
Remembering the Contraband and their Descendants
Fort Monroe 20 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VAThe Contraband Decision was the first successful action by the US Government which signaled the beginning of the end of slavery. The historic Chapel of the Centurion at Fort Monroe,...
Hampton Aquaplex SplashDown Park Opens!
Hampton Virginia Aquaplex 1908 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA, United StatesDiscover a whopping 26,000 square feet of excitement at the Hampton Aquaplex SplashDown Park! Available from Memorial Day to Labor Day, this aquatic haven welcomes both members and visitors alike....
