Portsmouth’s know for having a tremendous about of history and amazing people who contributed to its success, and in honor of Women’s History Month: Here’s 5 Notable Women From Portsmouth’s Past Ida Barbour Ida Barbour was born around 1878 in Portsmouth, Virginia. She lived with her family in the first free Black section of the …
Picture This: a Photographic Journey of Portsmouth’s Past through photographic images of Downtown, Lincolnsville, Newtown, and Olde Towne. New Exhibit This photo exhibit will offer a unique glimpse into Portsmouth’s past. Visitors will sightsee through hundreds of photos capturing Portsmouth’s history, while looking at buildings no longer existing, and viewing the diverse past of this …
The Hill House Museum Presents: Picture This! A Photographic Journey By: Audrey Lassiter, Hill Hour Volunteer During the month of April, The Hill House Museum presents Picture This! a curated photography exhibition of Portsmouth, Virginia featuring over 600 pictures, memorabilia, and historic maps. Take a journey through Portsmouth’s past with images of Downtown, Olde Towne, …
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Portsmouth. This year, we’re doing things a bit different. Join us as we celebrate this holiday around Portsmouth, from March 17 @ 12:00 pm – March 18 @ 10:00 pm. Check out all the things to do in Portsmouth, VA this St. Patrick’s Day Weekend. Please celebrate responsibly and have …
Horus Hookah Lounge is Portsmouth, Virginia’s newest and unique hookah lounge. They offer food and both hot & cold drinks. They also have games and byob. Check them out and watch and listen to your favorite music, sports, shows, and more!
History Alive A merry troupe of entertainers, Mary Veale and her clan portray characters from Portsmouth’s past while educating and entertaining with stories, songs, and word origins from the Colonial Era and beyond. Guests enjoy these knowledgeable folks as they bring to life real historic figures. But don’t confuse them with historic re-enactors. On the …
Virginia’s Favorite Restaurant Week Returns to Portsmouth Enjoying Portsmouth’s Restaurant Week Portsmouth is a city filled with centuries of history, a vibrant Cultural Art’s District, and amazing restaurants, which means that there’s always something new to see and try! But if you’re looking for a great way to experience the best Portsmouth dining all in …
Virginia’s First Casino History: Rivers Casino Portsmouth Rivers Casino Portsmouth is the first permanent casino in the state of Virginia and is proud to call Portsmouth home. It began with a referendum back in 2020 where 67% of the Portsmouth voters voted in favor of bringing gaming to our city. Since that time, Rivers Casino …
Rivers Casino Portsmouth The City of Portsmouth and Rush Street Gaming LLC., are proud to bring you Virginia's first permanent casino! Let the games begin! Casino History: Rivers Casino in Portsmouth, Virginia is the first permanent casino in the state of Virginia. It began with a referendum back in 2020 where 67% of the Portsmouth [...]
5 Chill Places to Go in Portsmouth for New Year’s Eve Although some years you may love to party it up until sunrise, other years you might prefer a more relaxing way to ring in the New Year. Escape your routine and visit the small seaport town we call Portsmouth. Stay overnight at a luxury …
New Year’s Happenings Looking to discover fun this New Year’s Eve? Then, Go Different and plan New Year’s Eve fun in Portsmouth, Virginia. This year, there’s plenty to do for yourself or the whole family! Activities for kids start in the morning and for adults, the fun continues until the wee hours. Join us for …
The Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival is Portsmouth, Virginia’s signature holiday event. Â It features a full schedule of events for both adults and children. Â Hear the public school’s choirs and bands perform, along with high energy bands on the MainStage and more subdued unplugged entertainment in shops and restaurants all over Olde Towne. Â High Street …
Truth Restaurant & Lounge serves a modern approach to your neighborhood bar! Affectionately known as the modern day CHEERS, Truth is guaranteed to give you an amazing experience! Full service bar with a delicious, award winning menu, nightly themes and music/dancing on weekends! Come by and experience the difference!
As Told by Portsmouth Boat Club Member, Mo Whitlow. The Race to Cock Island was created in 1987, to bring big boat sail racing back to Portsmouth and to showcase and promote the hospitality and history of Olde Towne Portsmouth. From its beginning, the race and events were designed by sailors. Founding chairman, Mo Whitlow …
Portsmouth’s Olde Towne Ghost Walk Returns! Portsmouth’s Olde Towne Civic League is once again producing the 40th Annual Olde Towne Ghost Walk after a two-year hiatus. On October 28th, come to Olde Towne to hear costumed re-enactors tell local ghosts’ tales of love, loss, murder, and mayhem. This walking tour takes visitors through a 20-square-block, …
Legally Different Sober Bar is a great place to kickback and relax with live music, non-alcoholic drinks, and tasty vegan food. Every bite is a healthy bite to provide foods that feed your cells the necessary minerals and nutrients to promote health and wellness.
Places for kids to eat in Historic Olde Towne Let’s be honest — After a long day out with the kids, the last thing you want to do is drive home with a hungry one and then cook. Fortunately, Olde Towne Portsmouth is filled with restaurants that both kids and parents love. So, whether you’re …
Rita’s Pizza has been a local favorite for over 20 years. It has great pizza and subs that the whole family can enjoy. Dine-in, take-out, and delivery available.
An eclectic market and general store In Portsmouth Virginia offering everything from basic home goods and unique gifts to consignments of handmade and repurposed items. Local artisans along with featured exhibits. A great “Classic General Store” feel with things from yester year. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11 to 6 p.m., or Sunday and Monday by …
Cooper’s has specialized in down home true Southern soul food since 1985. It’s the kind of food when you close your eyes and think about. Things like smothered pork chops, pig’s feet, mac & cheese, candied yams, collard greens, fried chicken & fish, pecan pie, bread pudding. This is a locally family owned and …