Hampton’s Civil War Trails: Follow The Road To Freedom
January 10, 2024 4:45 pmEmbark on a journey of discovery through Hampton's Civil War Trails, and the pivotal role of Freedom Fortress in Black History.
Tag Archive: black history
Experience heritage, culture at the 1619 Commemoration of the First Enslaved African Landing
August 18, 2023 1:58 pmJoin the Fort Monroe Authority, National Park Service, Project 1619, and the City of Hampton for the 1619 Commemoration of the First Enslaved African Landing Ceremony on August 26 10 am – 4 pm at Fort Monroe. Gather your family...
Soulful Sanctuaries: Discovering the Rich Heritage of Black Churches in Hampton
February 24, 2021 10:41 amThese churches are significant because they represent some of Hampton’s first African American sanctuaries. More than just a religious congregation, they were a source of moral & social advancement.
Virtually Tour Hampton’s Black Heritage Sites
February 18, 2021 8:54 amWe invite you to virtually visit Hampton, Virginia’s Black history and heritage sites! You can now virtually explore the Hampton University Museum, Historic Fort Monroe, and Hampton History Museum. Explore these locations wherever and whenever you want to learn more...
400 Years Forward: Black History Driving Tour in Hampton, VA
February 2, 2021 6:15 amExplore Black History with this self-guided tour of key African American heritage sites in Hampton; from the first Africans in America, to the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, and a historic neighborhood "Built by Blacks, for Blacks."
Family Tree: A Guide to African American Heritage Sites in Hampton
August 10, 2020 2:44 pmDating back to 1619 with the first arrival of Africans on American soil, this free guide explores historic African American sites & landmarks.
