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Hampton: Free Things To Do
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Aberdeen Gardens History MuseumThe museum celebrates the history, heritage and future of historic Aberdeen Gardens. Free admission, call to schedule a tour.
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Air Power ParkFree Museum Admission- Rockets and Aircraft within the Park. Playground.
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Atomic Comics Emporium IFREE and pay-to-play Trading Card Games, Board Games and more
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Barnes & Noble Peninsula Town CenterWeekly storytime- Please check website link to confirm storytime is happening as scheduled.
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Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops holds regular free workshops for kids at their Hampton location. Free Make & Takes, Character visits and more.
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Bluebird Gap FarmFarm with wild and domesticated animals. Picnic shelter. Regular family programs and free admission. Seasonal special events and storytimes.
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Charles H. Taylor Arts CenterArt Classes for Youth. Free Admission to Art Exhibits. Summer camps/programs
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City of Hampton Parks & RecreationClasses and activities for all ages, Before/After Care. Summer Camps. Many free and/or low cost events and festivals offered throughout the year from Hampton Parks and Recreation.
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Fort Monroe Casemate MuseumFree Casement Museum Admission. Summer concerts, special events.
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Fort Monroe National Monument Visitor & Education CenterFor at least 400 years, the point of land known as Old Point Comfort that now includes Fort Monroe has served as the key defensive site at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay.
Due to its historical and cultural significance, Fort Monroe was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1966 and recognized as the Fort Monroe National Monument through an executive order signed by President Barack Obama in 2011. -
Grandview Nature PreserveNature preserve, open to the public for free (parking is limited)
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Hampton Block PartySummertime- live music, vendors and activities.Downtown Hampton, VA on East Queens Way between Wine and King Streets.
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Hampton HoopsHampton Hoops promotes healthy communities and fun in a safe environment. The program aims to improve social interaction, positive character building and provides leadership opportunities. The City of Hampton, and community leaders have partnered to create the program and hope to inspire participating youth to become representatives of a safe and secure community in Hampton and throughout. Ages 8-24.
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Hampton Main LibraryActivities, Events, and Storytimes
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Hampton Public LibraryFree Library Activities and Services.
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Home Depot Kids WorkshopsFree Hands-On Workshops for Kids ages 5-12. Registration is recommended, they often fill up!Locations throughout Hampton Roads, see website for the closest store.
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Jersey’s Cards & Comics – HamptonFree and pay-to-play trading card and board game play
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JoAnnSewing, crafting, and art classes/lessons for kids. Free events monthly. Birthday parties available.
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Kids Bowl Free ProgramThis program allows for FREE Bowling for Kids over summer break (and sometimes beyond).Hampton, VA
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Little England ChapelFree admission to the historic chapel that includes an exhibit on African-American religion.
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Lowe’s DIY Kids’ WorkshopsFree Hand-On Building Clinics for Kids. Registration is recommended, these do fill up!Locations throughout Hampton Roads, VA
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Michael’s Store Craft EventsRegular free and low cost Make & Take store events for kids. Birthday Parties availableLocations throughout Hampton Roads, VA
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Northampton Branch LibraryActivities, Events, and Storytimes
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Peninsula Town Center Activities/EventsSpecial events including concerts and holiday celebrations. During the summer months there are water fountains for the kids to play in at no cost.
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Phoebus Branch LibraryActivities, Events, and Storytimes
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Sandy Bottom Nature ParkPark with gardens, lake, wetland marshes, education and wildlife center with boating, fishing, camping and walking trails. Kayaks, paddleboats, canoes, and 14-foot jon boats available for rent. Birthday parties available.
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St. John’s ChurchHistoric site. Free Museum Admission
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Willow Oaks Branch LibraryActivities, Events, and Storytimes
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