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.

Oozlefinch Beers & Blending, in partnership with Hampton Convention & Visitors Bureau and HamptonVA250, is proud to present a special multi-month screening series of The American Revolution, the acclaimed PBS documentary series by legendary filmmaker Ken Burns. Spanning January through July 2026, this immersive series invites the community to experience the full six-episode film in...

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...

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.

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...