Moon Landing 50th Anniversary

Air Power Park 413 West Mercury Blvd, Hampton, Virginia

Be among the first to see the fully restored “Little Joe” rocket that played a key role in testing systems for the Moon mission. This unlaunched rocket is the only remaining example of the type used in eight launches from 1959–1960 from Wallops Island, Virginia to test the escape systems and heat shield for Project...

Free

Selfies with Santa at the Hampton Carousel

Carousel Park 602 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton, VA, United States

As part of Hampton Holly Days weekend, the historic Hampton Carousel welcomes youngsters of all ages to share holiday wishes and snap “Selfies with Santa.” Mrs. Claus will be there too with free candy canes. As a special gift, take a spin on the festively decorated 1920s carousel from the Buckroe Beach Amusement Park. Have...

Free

Port Hampton Lecture Series: Maritime Arhaeology of Nansemond Ghost Fleet

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

Brendan Burke, President of the Maritime Heritage Chapter of the Archaeological Society of Virginia, will share research on The Nansemond Ghost Fleet, the remains of boats discovered on the Nansemond River

Front Porch Music Series: Jackie Scott & The Housewreckers

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

Jackie Scott & The Housewreckers have local roots that make Hampton Roads home. Coming from varied backgrounds and influences makes for a hot combination of blues and R&B packed with soul when you encounter and fall under the power of Jackie Scott & The Housewreckers.

Front Porch Music Series: The Storyweavers

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

Band members Sheela Fortner, Linda Gale Poole, Beth Whyle and Jennifer McLaughlin blend Americana, folk, blues and funk into an original soulful sound with music inspired by their life stories. American Sign Language performance artist Jennifer McLaughlin ensures that the message of The Storyweavers can be enjoyed by all, and ASL interpreter Annie James assists...