May 14, 2025 12:53 pm
Published by Isabella West
As a prelude to this Sankofa’s 14th International Remembrance Day Ceremony taking place at Fort Monroe on Saturday, June 14, join Chadra Pittman, founder and executive Director of The Sankofa Projects for her presentation “America’s Inconvenient Truths: Remembering the Transatlantic...
May 14, 2025 12:50 pm
Published by Isabella West
The Hampton History Museum’s popular fundraising Hampton Horror Tours are back, reincarnated for 2025 with new stories, characters, plus twists and turns where you will hear the case of the departed and ultimately decide the fate of the spirits you...
May 14, 2025 12:42 pm
Published by Isabella West
This one-hour tour explores the pre-revolutionary history of Point Comfort and highlights its importance due to its proximity to the waterways. Participants will hear about Indigenous use of the land, the first fortifications and role in colonial trade, culminating in...
May 14, 2025 12:39 pm
Published by Isabella West
Join us for a fascinating tour where we will bring to light the little-known stories of those who shaped the history at Fort Monroe and beyond. We’ll share the wide-ranging impact of Black labor and the full force their knowledge...
May 14, 2025 12:32 pm
Published by Isabella West
Join us for an exciting tour where we will celebrate the contributions of women to the history, culture and community of Fort Monroe. The stories highlight the collective strength and influence of women over time, impacting the daily lives of...
May 14, 2025 12:30 pm
Published by Isabella West
The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture, and religion among tribes and their early interactions with English colonizers in the exhibit galleries and through...
May 14, 2025 12:21 pm
Published by Isabella West
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...
April 18, 2025 11:35 am
Published by Isabella West
Historic St. John’s Episcopal Church offers a special open house to celebrate its stunning architecture and local history as part of the Historic Garden Week presented by the Garden Club of Virginia and hosted by the Huntington Garden Club and...
March 24, 2025 1:24 pm
Published by Kiana
Join us on April 12 & 13, 2025, at the historic American Theatre in Downtown Phoebus for a one-of-a-kind Pop-Up History Museum! FREE admission for all ages! Step into 450+ years of history as you explore fascinating artifacts, untold stories,...
March 24, 2025 11:44 am
Published by Kiana
Celebrate STEM and Women’s History Month at STEM Connect: Engineering Edition! Saturday, March 2911 AM – 2 PMLocated at the Virginia Air & Space Science Center FREE entry for the first 500 attendees! Join us for an inspiring day of...