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  • PLAYTIME: Toys & Art

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    The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center 4205 Victoria Blvd, Hampton, VA, United States

    This exhibition of toys and art is a captivating showcase that blends the worlds of childhood wonder and artistic expression. Within the galleries, visitors are greeted with a colorful array of toys, ranging from classic playthings to contemporary designs, each carefully curated to evoke nostalgia and fascination. This exhibition features a diverse selection of artwork […]

  • Painting of Harriet Tubman by J DeLoache

    Picturing Freedom: Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid

    Featured Picturing Freedom: Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid
    Hampton University Museum 200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA, United States

    Organized by the Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston, SC, this exhibition is inspired by Dr. Edda Fields-Black’s 2025 Pulitzer Prize Award-Winning Book, Combee: Harriet Tubman, The Combahee River Raid, and Black Freedom During the Civil War, and features photographs by renowned environmental photographer J Henry Fair alongside paintings sculpture, and other works by 20th and […]

  • Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”

    Featured Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”
    Casemate Museum 20 Bernard Rd, Fort Monroe, VA, United States

    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.

  • International Swim Coaches Association National Diversity Swim Championship

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    Hampton Virginia Aquaplex 1908 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA, United States

    Competitive event celebrating and fostering talented swimmers from diverse backgrounds, promoting inclusivity in the sport, allowing athletes to showcase skills, and connecting them with coaches for growth.

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    The Emerging History of American Contrabands: A Symposium at Fort Monroe

    Featured The Emerging History of American Contrabands: A Symposium at Fort Monroe
    Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United States

    On May 22, 2026, history returns to the place where tangible freedom first broke open. The Emerging History of the American Contrabands is a two-day national symposium at Fort Monroe—the site where self-emancipated men and women forced the United States to confront the meaning of freedom during the Civil War. This gathering brings together descendants, […]

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  • Bodacious Bazaar

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    Hampton Roads Convention Center 1700 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United States

    Get Ready for The Bodacious Bazaar, a 3-day shopping extravaganza from May 22-24, 2026! This vibrant and eclectic marketplace is your chance to explore a treasure trove of unique, handmade goods from a diverse array of artisans, crafters, and small business owners. Find everything from gourmet foods to distinctive gifts and support local entrepreneurs in […]

  • Bodacious Bazaar

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    Hampton Roads Convention Center 1700 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United States

    Get Ready for The Bodacious Bazaar, a 3-day shopping extravaganza from May 22-24, 2026! This vibrant and eclectic marketplace is your chance to explore a treasure trove of unique, handmade goods from a diverse array of artisans, crafters, and small business owners. Find everything from gourmet foods to distinctive gifts and support local entrepreneurs in […]

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    Frida, Pastels & Portraits with Dawn Flores

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    The Charles H. Taylor Visual Arts Center 4205 Victoria Blvd, Hampton, VA, United States

    Study the art of portraiture through the work and photographs of Frida Kahlo. Students will work in pastels as they hone their understanding of drawing portraits by working from photographs of the Mexican artist and/or her work. A slide presentation on the VMFA’s 2025 exhibition Frida: Beyond the Myth will be presented as part of […]

  • Generations of Jazz: Peninsula Youth Jazz Band with Stan’s Big Band

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    The American Theatre 125 E Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

    Experience an afternoon where young talent and seasoned professionals share the stage. The Peninsula Youth Jazz Band joins Stan’s Big Band for a lively program of swinging jazz classics and contemporary favorites. This uplifting concert celebrates the past, present, and future of jazz through collaboration, energy, and great music.

  • Bodacious Bazaar

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    Hampton Roads Convention Center 1700 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United States

    Get Ready for The Bodacious Bazaar, a 3-day shopping extravaganza from May 22-24, 2026! This vibrant and eclectic marketplace is your chance to explore a treasure trove of unique, handmade goods from a diverse array of artisans, crafters, and small business owners. Find everything from gourmet foods to distinctive gifts and support local entrepreneurs in […]