Children's Museums

Hampton History Museum

Name: Hampton History Museum
Address: 120 Old Hampton Ln, Hampton, VA 23669, Hampton, VA, US
Telephone: (757) 727-1102
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (401 reviews)

📍 120 Old Hampton Ln, Hampton, VA 23669

📞 (757) 727-1102

🌐 www.hampton.gov/history_museum

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	1–5 PM

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About Hampton History Museum

Local history space with art & artifacts. Venue displaying the city's history via art & artifacts, including period dresses & Civil War ruins. Hampton History Museum features a historic carousel as a permanent exhibit, which visitors describe as a particularly beautiful and notable piece of the collection. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 401 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Notable Exhibit: Revolutionary Hampton: Journeys of Liberty
Regular Programming: Hampton Storytelling Series, second Sunday monthly

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Hampton History Museum features a historic carousel as a permanent exhibit, which visitors describe as a particularly beautiful and notable piece of the collection
⭐The museum offers exceptionally affordable admission at $5 for adults and $4 for children (ages 4-11), making it one of the most accessible cultural attractions
⭐Hampton History Museum participates in a military star program that provides free admission to active military personnel and their families
⭐The museum hosts a Hampton Storytelling Series event on the second Sunday of each month at 2 pm, creating regular community engagement around local history
🏛️The museum features a 250th Anniversary exhibit titled 'Revolutionary Hampton: Journeys of Liberty' commemorating the American Revolution's significance to the region

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan to spend 1.5-2 hours exploring the museum to fully appreciate the exhibits and read the information boards. This is a manageable size for a complete visit without feeling rushed.
💬Active military members can visit free through their military star program, and there's also a VA 250 passport book discount available. At just $5 for adults and $4 for children (ages 4-11), it's an excellent value even without discounts.
💡Don't miss the historic carousel exhibit—it's a beautiful focal point that visitors specifically highlight as a favorite. Check the special events info as the Hampton Carousel opens seasonally.
💡The staff and volunteers are consistently praised for being knowledgeable and friendly. Arrive with questions about local history and upcoming programs; they're excellent sources of information about Hampton's heritage and community events.
💡Attend the Hampton Storytelling Series held at 2 pm on the second Sunday of each month for a more immersive educational experience beyond the permanent exhibits.