In the decades before and after the Civil War, free and enslaved Black landholders and entrepreneurs settled on the banks of the York River to build families and livelihoods. The community they established became known as the Reservation. In 1918, the U.S. government commandeered the land to create what is now known as the Naval...

To close out our exhibit, “Teetotalers and Moonshiners, and Hampton’s Prohibition Story,” we’re hosting a free beer tasting event, honoring the “spirit” of Prohibition with a trio of local breweries. Join us and Hampton’s Capstan, Oozlefinch, and St. George breweries as they bring their favored creations for your tasting pleasure! Admission is free, but registration is...

Through story and song, Master Storyteller Sheila Arnold shares about local waterways that were part of the Underground Railroad. Most of the stories are from an 1870s book written by William Still, a Conductor for the Underground Railroad and Secretary of the Philadelphia Abolitionist Society. His book shares the stories of over 500 people who...

We are excited to invite you to a special Holiday mission for world peace. By joining forces we aim to create a future filled with harmony, compassion, and understanding. During the event, you will have the opportunity to engage in various activities that promote peace, love, and understanding, from musical performances to thought-provoking discussions. Let...