Director’s Chat

Hampton University Museum 14 Frissell Avenue, Hampton, VA, United States

Dr. Natalie Roberson will share her scholarship documenting the plight of the last black cargo from their point of capture in the West African Interior. Fifteen years of research provides the decedents’ perspectives and allows them to raise their voice to their own story. To learn more join us for an afternoon of intriguing history....

An Acoustic Evening with Shawn Colvin

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

Shawn Colvin illuminates the American Theatre with her signature sound and storytelling, proving why fans around the globe continue to celebrate her unique musical gifts. With a celebrated career spanning nearly three decades, Colvin has won three Grammy Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Trailblazer Award at the 2016 Americana Honors & Awards Show, paving the...

$35

Economic Entrepreneurship

Hampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United States

This round table series will feature local business representatives who will discuss strategies for business ownership, entrepreneurship opportunities, and business behavior development.

Lavender Thorned Heel on the Backside

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

This explosive dance collaboration with spoken word illuminates the writings of activist Audre Lorde and the freedom to love. Exploring themes of rejection, devotion, purity, and empathy, this testament of love promises to be a mastery of movement and storytelling.

$25

The Contraband Historical Society Presents “Escape to Freedom”

Fort Monroe Parade Ground 41 Bernard Road, Fort Monroe, Virginia

A daylong family event starting at 11 am with a walk from the intersection of Harrison Street and Ingalls Road to the Parade Ground; followed by musical and historical performances on the Parade Ground, and a concert by celebrated saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Steve Wilson and his combo. 11 AM: A procession of African dancers and drummers,...

Free

Peninsula Burger Battle

Mill Point Park 100 Eaton Street, Hampton, VA, United States

Join Coastal Virginia Magazine as we invite local restaurants to the battle it out to become CoVa’s Best Burger at the 2019 CoVa Battle of the Burgers. Attendees will be invited to vote for their favorite burger after sampling the delicious sliders, drinking Virginia craft beers and enjoy live entertainment! Tickets: $30 in advance and...

$30

The Earth is Weeping by Peter Cozzens

Hampton History Museum 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton, VA, United States

Peter Cozzens will speak and sign books at the Hampton History Museum. The Earth Is Weeping is a sweeping, definitive history of the battles and negotiations that destroyed the Indian way of life even as they paved the way for the emergence of the United States we know today.

Tool

Hampton Coliseum 1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA, United States

Tool heads to Hampton Coliseum with special guests on Friday, May 10.

Dancing Under The Sun

Mary T. Christian Auditorium & Theatre 99 Thomas Nelson Drive, Hampton, VA, United States