The Hampton University Museum invites everyone to explore Black History 365 days a year, with a special emphasis on their current, captivating exhibits. Experience the profound works of Dr. John T. Biggers, who became one of the most influential American art educators in the 20th century, and an incredible display featuring select costumes by Oscar-winning...

The Hampton University Museum invites everyone to explore Black History 365 days a year, with a special emphasis on their current, captivating exhibits. Experience the profound works of Dr. John T. Biggers, who became one of the most influential American art educators in the 20th century, and an incredible display featuring select costumes by Oscar-winning...

The Hampton University Museum invites everyone to explore Black History 365 days a year, with a special emphasis on their current, captivating exhibits. Experience the profound works of Dr. John T. Biggers, who became one of the most influential American art educators in the 20th century, and an incredible display featuring select costumes by Oscar-winning...

Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. 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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...

Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute the “building” of Fort Monroe “From the Ground Up.” Comfortable footwear and water are recommended. Exterior views of the included structures only. Admission is free. Tours begin at the...

The Hampton University Museum invites everyone to explore Black History 365 days a year, with a special emphasis on their current, captivating exhibits. Experience the profound works of Dr. John T. Biggers, who became one of the most influential American art educators in the 20th century, and an incredible display featuring select costumes by Oscar-winning...

Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. 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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...

Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover “Freedom’s Fortress.” The tour begins at the entrance to the Casemate Museum located at 20 Bernard Road. Free admission. Program is expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance. Free. Thursday & Saturday at 1 PM.

The Hampton Roads Jazz Lecture series offers a deep dive into the rich history and cultural significance of jazz through a series of engaging presentations. Attendees will dive into topics of how pioneering jazz enthusiasts leveraged autobiographies to redefine their roles in jazz’s evolution, hear invaluable life lessons from jazz journalists, explore the intricacies of...

The Hampton University Museum invites everyone to explore Black History 365 days a year, with a special emphasis on their current, captivating exhibits. Experience the profound works of Dr. John T. Biggers, who became one of the most influential American art educators in the 20th century, and an incredible display featuring select costumes by Oscar-winning...

Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. 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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...

Join us at Freedom’s Fortress to experience history where it happened. Guests will walk in the steps of those whose actions resulted in the 1861 contraband decision, and hear how freedom seekers, despite peril to themselves and families, began the nation’s movement towards emancipation. Hear about the many roadblocks and obstacles they faced along the...

Join us at Freedom's Fortress to experience history where it happened. Take a walk in the steps of those whose actions resulted in the 1861 contraband decision, and hear how freedom seekers, despite peril to themselves and families, began the nation's movement towards emancipation. Hear about the many roadblocks and obstacles they faced along the...

Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute the “building” of Fort Monroe “From the Ground Up.” Comfortable footwear and water are recommended. Exterior views of the included structures only. Admission is free. Tours begin at the...

Prepare for an exhilarating day of hands-on discovery and cultural celebration as the Youth Black Culture Fest returns to Fort Monroe! This dynamic event, completely free and open to the public, offers visitors aged 5 and up a unique opportunity to explore the rich heritage of Black cultural art forms through a variety of engaging...

Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. 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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...

Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover “Freedom’s Fortress.” The tour begins at the entrance to the Casemate Museum located at 20 Bernard Road. Free admission. Program is expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance. Free. Thursday & Saturday at 1 PM.

Celebrate style and culture at the Black History Fashion Show–where heritage meets runway vibes! Join us for a vibrant, memorable runway show showcasing daring designs influenced by Black ingenuity and tradition. This experience will use fashion that speaks volumes to celebrate the past, rock the present, and inspire the future. Although this event is free,...

The Fort Monroe Canoe Project is a year-long project to craft dugout canoes. Join Historic Interpreters Fallon Burner and Russell Reed for a living history program to learn how Virginia Indigenous people crafted dugout canoes. Featuring Craft Demonstrations, Artifact Reproductions & Interactive Activities. Support Provided by the Fort Monroe Foundation and Newport News Shipbuilding, a...

Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. 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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...

Hampton Storytelling presented in partnership with the Hampton History Museum, the Hampton Unity Commission, Virginia Organizing, Sonesta Simply Suites and Virginia Humanities, is hosting its free “No Rust Ears” program this February, focusing on “Magical Moments in Hampton Roads.” This interactive, family-friendly event will feature untold 757 stories, exploring local landmarks through comedy, call and...