Three Centuries Of History African Americans from Portsmouth made significant contributions to the early and present history of the city, region, and nation. Their influences and contributions are traced from the Revolutionary War, Civil War, both World Wars, through segregation, the fight for civil rights, right up through the Black Lives Matter movement. The people …
12 Days of Turner: Reframing History in the 21st Century October 31– November 11 Hosted by JuneteenthVA in Tidewater-Hampton Roads, Virginia – the location of both the first enslavement and first freeing of African men and women on American soil Starting on the 189th anniversary of the Nat Turner Insurrection, JuneteenthVA is presenting 12 Days …
Summers in Suffolk – 6 Plays in One The Portsmouth Theater Academy, Portsmouth’s newest performance group, will produce all six plays in local playwright, Sheri Bailey’s Summers in Suffolk. Shows begin in October and continue monthly through March. The Academy took over the old Colony Theater located on High Street in Olde Towne Portsmouth. The …
The Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers Market continues to operate in 2020, but with a couple of differences. Firstly, it’s in a new, temporary location. Secondly, the market implemented CDC safety recommendations designed to keep everyone virus free. What hasn’t changed are the quality produce, meats, seafood, and locally made items offered for sale. The …
As the state slowly begins to open its doors again, Portsmouth is taking care and caution to safely welcome visitors back for much-needed getaway time. Only a short drive away for the majority of Virginians, Portsmouth is the perfect small town to explore, without the worry of big crowds. We’ve rounded up a whole weekend’s …
Enjoy Outdoor Dining in Portsmouth, Virginia Discover a variety of locally-owned bars and restaurants with outdoor dining throughout Portsmouth, Virginia. From waterfront decks with spectacular river views to secluded garden patios and sidewalk cafés, find it in Portsmouth. Olde Towne is known for outdoor dining venues, but Midtown and Churchland will not disappoint. When you …