Dominion Drones is located in the heart of Olde Towne, Portsmouth and is your one-stop shop for all your drone needs. They specialize in consumer, commercial, and enterprise drones systems. Dominion Drones is also known for their top rated drone accessories (e.g., variety of cameras for any occasion, waterproof for the air or even underwater …
That Art Store craft store in Portsmouth, Virginia features a retail collection of local artists, along with classes, workshops, art parties, and more. The shop is open Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. …
The first weekends with the Portsmouth Museums is an exciting time to visit. Â Festivities kick off on the First Friday of each month (April-October) with live music, adult beverages, and a gathering of friends in the courtyard at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center. Â On First Saturday mornings, the courtyard features more live music to …
March 12 and 13, 2022 NOTICE: March 12 Street Fest has changed due to weather. Events at Baron’s Pub will be held inside the restaurant on Saturday, the 12th. All events at Public House will now take place on Sunday, March 13th and will still be outdoors. Look for Farmer’s Market venders at the street …
Like Portsmouth, Virginia, Portsmouth England is a waterfront city. Â We’ve shared a “twinning” or sister city relationship for many years. Â Representatives from both our cities made the trip across the Atlantic on several occasions to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and enjoy the other’s hospitality. Learn more about Portsmouth in the UK! Portsmouth, the …
British Occupation of Portsmouth in 1781 A Post Such As Portsmouth is a 2-day re-enactment designed to entertain and educate the public of the occupation of Portsmouth by the British forces in 1781. It is open and free to everyone; and it features a variety of civilian and military impressions, as well as members of …
The Portsmouth Paddle Battle returns to the Elizabeth River for its 2nd Annual splash on September 10, 2022. It takes place from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Â Benefitting the Friends of the Naval Shipyard Museum, the event features two racing categories: Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) and Kayaking. Â The race begins at High Street Landing and …
Valentine’s Weekend Since Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday this year, why not make it a multi-day weekend celebration in Portsmouth, Virginia! It’s a great time to get away from home for a night or two and enjoy Virginia’s Historic Seaport®. Our local merchants have sweetened the deal with some special lodging and dining offers …
Encouraging guests to try something new and experience everything Portsmouth has to offer. Portsmouth, VA Restaurant Week is a time for the Portsmouth restaurant community to show off our wide variety of gourmet specialties. Local chefs are preparing special menus that are guaranteed to leave you wanting more. Participating restaurants will offer options for 2 …
BLACK HISTORY NOW 2022 Presented by the Portsmouth Museums and the Portsmouth Public Libraries Black History month can be traced back more than 100 years, thanks to two gentleman scholars, Carter Woodson and Jesse Moreland. African Americans from Portsmouth made significant contributions from early American days to present. These contributions are recorded in history …
A Portsmouth Tradition Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Collection is a popular holiday tradition at the Portsmouth Arts & Cultural Center. Â However, a centerpiece of the collection resides just around the corner at Monumental Methodist Church. The Nativity Scene, because of it’s religious significance, was best housed outside a public building and separate from the rest …
Portsmouth’s Olde Towne Scottish Walk tradition is modeled after Scotland’s Hogmanay Festival. Hogmanay Festival is a Scottish tradition celebrating the New Year that dates back hundreds of years and is celebrated by millions of people all over the world. The Olde Towne Scottish Walk takes place on December 31st. It begins at the corner of …
The Coleman Collection Beginning The Coleman’s Collection at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center, now known as Winter Wonderland, is a dazzling array of lights, animated scenes, busy elves, and enchanted forests with woodland animals. It began over 50 years ago at the Coleman’s Nursery and Garden Center, as the Christmas Wonderland (later, Winter Wonderland). …