Current Visiting Museum Exhibits in Hampton Roads

In commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution, the Hampton History Museum’s newest exhibit explores the story of Hampton during the period, following the journeys of real men[...]

n 1945, Japan lay in ruins at the end of World War II. General Douglas MacArthur, stepped into this devastation not as a conquer seeking retribution, but as Supreme Commander[...]

This rotating collection of prints by US Army photographer Nicholas Orzio portray the drastic changes experiences by Japan in the immediate years following World War II. This exhibit presents a[...]

For the first time, the historic Attucks Theatre expands to include visual art, bringing together the performing and visual arts in a single, transformative space. This group exhibition featuring over[...]

In time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution, discover new perspectives on the ideals and legacies of the American Revolution through the folk[...]

On View November 7, 2025 — April 26, 2026 In 1963, Nam June Paik (American, b. Korea, 1932–2006) opened his first major exhibition at Galerie Parnass in Wuppertal, Germany. Titled Exposition[...]

On View December 19, 2025 — May 17, 2026 In 1983, photographer Danny Lyon (American, b. 1942) traveled to Haiti to document the country’s club scene. What he ended up[...]

"Following the Dragon: Chinese Ming Porcelain in Early Jamestown," a special exhibition presented in partnership with the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation, debuts November 15, 2025 at Jamestown Settlement. The special exhibition[...]

The next Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Art Gallery exhibition highlights a series of photographs capturing reflections of water, reminiscent of abstract art, created by angles of light, water texture, and[...]

Norfolk Botanical Garden invites local artists to join us in a creative exploration of celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Garden encourages artists to showcase how diverse the cultures, experiences,[...]

Experience how the smallest actions can have a big impact on our world in this thought-provoking and fully interactive exhibit designed for families of all ages. Included with Aquarium admission,[...]

On View: Jan. 30 - May 16, 2026 The Baron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries are pleased to present Samuel Kahn, Ph.D. + Friends, an in-depth exploration of the art, methods,[...]

On view January 31 – March 28, 2026 Reception & Awards Presentation - February 7 | 3-5 pm The Hampton Arts League Member Exhibition presents the artwork of The Charles[...]

On view January 31 – March 28, 2026 Black Portraiture: Capturing Identity and Experience is a group exhibition exploring the multifaceted expressions of Black identity through portraiture.

Follow George’s lead in Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious!, a hands-on exhibit inspired by the beloved books and PBS KIDS series. Through playful challenges and open-ended activities, kids build early science,[...]

Jamestown Settlement will exhibit the Black Artist Showcase in celebration of Black History Month and beyond, February 1 - March 29, 2026, connecting the past and present through vivid intersections[...]

Celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary by exploring America’s Shipyard, a powerful new Sail250® Virginia exhibit about the Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s critical role in American history. From the first dry dock[...]

This special exhibit highlights how African American history has been remembered, commemorated and shared through the years – and why preserving that history is so important. Join us as we[...]

This compelling exhibition explores the history of the Norfolk County Courthouse (now the Portsmouth Art & Cultural center) and its powerful role in shaping law, justice and memory in the[...]

Our first exhibit of the year at our satellite location will contain a retrospective body of work by artists that have exhibited at the center in 2025. Artists may submit[...]

On exhibit February 24 – March 28 at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts Tuesday – Saturday: 10 am to 4 pm Awards Ceremony – Tuesday, February 24 from 6:30-8[...]

Susan S. Goode Fine and Performing Arts Center February 25 to April 26, 2026 Hampton Roads Student Gallery is open to 11th and 12th grade student artists from all over Hampton[...]

March 3 - 27, 2026  Artworks from the students of the Hampton City Public Schools will be on display in the gallery.

Neil Britton Art Gallery, H.C. Hofheimer II Library March 4 - March 29, 2026 Youth Art Month is a national celebration of student art with thousands of participating schools, cities and[...]

From March 5 - May 31, learn about the “The Life and Legacy of The Marquis de Lafayette” at the Francis Land House. A traveling, six-banner exhibit will tell the[...]

The opening reception for the 42nd Annual Juried Photography Exhibition at the Suffolk Art Gallery is Saturday, March 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. You're invited to discover innovative and[...]

Flow State is a juried group exhibition inviting artists to explore moments when creation feels effortless – when the mind softens, the body follows its own rhythm, and instinct becomes the[...]

Step into an alternate history with Steel Seas & Sky Machines: The Dieselpunk Art of Tony Snipes, where Abraham Lincoln survives and leads a radically reimagined Reconstruction era. Through sketches,[...]

This Dual Installation will be on exhibit March 21st – April 18th, 2026 and will be a destination on The Norfolk Glass Circuit Event, scheduled Sunday, March 29th, 2026. In[...]

BIRDS OF A FEATHER: A Solo Exhibition by Lynette HarrisMarch 24 – April 8The Garage Gallery at the Creative Well Arts Foundation Birds of a Feather presents mixed-media bird studies on[...]

Neil Britton Art Gallery, H.C. Hofheimer II Library April 8 - April 29, 2026 The Annual Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Salem High School Juried Art Show is an exhibition of[...]

Celebrate a decade of GSA's Origin Gallery at MacArthur Center. Awards at 7:00pm. Free to attend!