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 February 26-March 1, 2026, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists, and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection of quilt, garment, and fiber art exhibitions, including quilt and wearable art prize money competitions. Rounding...

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...

HR Jazz is proud to present the HR Jazz Lecture Series. Throughout February ’26 join us for insightful lectures about Jazz and music from accredited professors and directors.   On February 26th we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Steve Cunningham Assistant Professor of Music Education from Hampton University.

Latin Nights every fourth Thursday of the month! Enjoy FREE COVER, drink specials, bull riding, and of course salsa, bachata and more! $3 Domestic Drafts + Cans$4 Well Cocktails$2 Slices of Pizza (Pepperoni or Cheese) Don’t miss out on a night of great food, drinks and Latin dance fun!Doors: Guy’s Pizza at 6PM | PBR Hampton...

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 February 26-March 1, 2026, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists, and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection of quilt, garment, and fiber art exhibitions, including quilt and wearable art prize money competitions. Rounding...

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 a season of powerful storytelling and artistic excellence as the Hampton University Repertory Theatre, kicks off another year of excellence. This season promises to be an extraordinary one, beginning with the return of Home by Samm-Art Williams–a deeply moving and celebrated work that resonates strongly with our community, and stands as a testament...

Join us February 26-March 1, 2026, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists, and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection of quilt, garment, and fiber art exhibitions, including quilt and wearable art prize money competitions. Rounding...

View the following exhibits by February 28! Admission is Free to view the gallery at the Charles H Taylor Visual Arts Center. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday from 10 am - 6 pm. Beyond the Desk: Art by Staff - January 31 – February 28, 2026 Beyond the Desk celebrates the creative talents of our staff...

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...

Prepare for a season of powerful storytelling and artistic excellence as the Hampton University Repertory Theatre, kicks off another year of excellence. This season promises to be an extraordinary one, beginning with the return of Home by Samm-Art Williams–a deeply moving and celebrated work that resonates strongly with our community, and stands as a testament...

The era of grunge returns to Hampton with live tributes to STP and Rage Against the Machine Hailing from the Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey area, Lounge Fly is the most authentic Stone Temple Pilots tribute band performing today   Evil Empire delivers an authentic tribute to Rage Against The Machine. With precise sound, stage energy, and...

For the first time, New Edition shares the stage with Boyz II Men, the Grammy-winning vocal group discovered by Michael Bivins, known for timeless hits like End of the Road, I’ll Make Love to You, and One Sweet Day. Adding to the lineup, seven-time Grammy Award-winning icon Toni Braxton delivers her sultry hits, including Un-Break...

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 February 26-March 1, 2026, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists, and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection of quilt, garment, and fiber art exhibitions, including quilt and wearable art prize money competitions. Rounding...

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...

Prepare for a season of powerful storytelling and artistic excellence as the Hampton University Repertory Theatre, kicks off another year of excellence. This season promises to be an extraordinary one, beginning with the return of Home by Samm-Art Williams–a deeply moving and celebrated work that resonates strongly with our community, and stands as a testament...