Portsmouth Visitor's Guide 2015

PORTSMOUTH 2015The Official Portsmouth Visitors Guide

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WELCOME from the MayorAs Mayor of this historic port city in the heart of Hampton Roads, I extend a heartfelt welcome from the entire Portsmouth family. We are sincerely grateful that you chose Portsmouth to visit.

We take pride in our historic, quaint and pedestrian-friendly city, and we encourage you to enjoy all of our offerings. Whether its a stroll to any of our museums, chef-owned restaurants, an outdoor concert at nTelos Pavilion, trendy shops and art galleries, or our collection of architecturally noteworthy homes, we promise that if you, Give Us A DayWell Give You a Vacation.

Enjoy your visit; however, if you feel that you just cannot leave us, were always looking for new family members, and our friendly neighborhoods and communities will welcome you and your family with open arms.

Sincerely,Kenneth I. Wright, Mayor

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Portsmouth, Virginia... an Official Coast Guard City

F ounded in 1752, Colonel William Crawford planned a town for the ages with a main thoroughfare fit for a King and naming it High Street. There are many things to see and do such as take in a show along the waterfront at Harbor Center Pavilion, find yourself visiting a chef-owned restaurant, touring one of our many first class museums, and shopping for that perfect gift in one of the galleries or merchants that make up this wonderful place to live, work, and play. Enjoy a First Weekend Celebration that includes a variety of entertainers along High Street and not to forget the shopping treasures at either the Antiques to Flea Market or Farmers Market during the growing season. Olde Towne boasts the largest collection of antique homes between Charleston, South Carolina and Alexandria, Virginia. As a celebrated military town, Olde Towne includes both the oldest operating US Naval Hospital and the first operational dry dock facility in the US the Gosport Shipyard, and holds the proud distinction of being an official US Coast Guard City.The Olde Towne Business Association along with the citizens that make up this historic seaport community welcome you and hope youll return time and time again. Olde Towne has been preparing for your visit for over 260 years.

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CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA

Fun and learning merge perfectly at the Childrens Museum of Virginia. Newly renovated and expanded in 2011, its 35,000 square feet of interactive exhibits makes it the largest museum in Virginia dedicated to kids and the adventure of learning.

The museum was described by one visitor as two floors of complete awesomeness! In fact, we couldnt describe it any better than our visitors

Lots of fun! I could not have been more surprised or impressed. The Museum was clean, spacious, interesting and endlessly entertaining. My five-year-old son literally jumped for joy the whole way through. Some childrens museums seem to cater to the preschool set, but this one really had plenty for older children.

Jakes Mom, Williamsburg, VA We had the best day today! We covered every inch of the museum but still didnt

want to leave. My daughter wanted a promise that we could come back tomorrow!R.H., Norfolk, VA

Childrens Museum is fun! Tons of toys on display and areas for kids to play and pretend, such as a dentist office, bank, grocery store, fire engine, police, motorcycle and city bus. One of our favorites was the bubble room. Its great fun for kids and their parents.M.J.T., Suffolk

Loved this place! So fun. My kiddos loved watching the movies in the planetarium. A.F., San Diego, CA

Great interactive museum. It always holds my kids attention for a few fun-filled hours. Now with the Sports Hall of Fame & Museum across the street, downtown Portsmouth is becoming a cant miss when we visit. Walk down for a ferry ride across the river, and your day is complete. A.I., New Mexico

The Museum Shop is filled with unique educational toys, games, and books, as well as a large selection of Thomas and Friends trains and accessories.

Virginias Largest and Most Awesome Kids Kingdom!

Located at 221 High Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, across the street from the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum and just steps from restaurants and shops. Easy parking in the adjacent County Street Garage. Call 757-393-5258 or visit www.ChildrensMuseumVA.com.

Opened in 2005, this state-of-the-art facility showcases Virginias sports legends and provides a hands-on, interactive sports experience that the whole family will enjoy. The Museums nine exhibit areas showcase 20 sports in 35,000 square feet of space.

Test your baseball, football and soccer skills in the Chuck Boone Sports Complex.

Take a spin in a computer racing simulator at the Paul Sawyer Auto Racing Exhibit and check out the NASCAR racing memorabilia.

Work on your three-point-shot and crossover dribble in the Barry Parkhill Gymnasium.

Visit the Redskins Skybox Experience to watch a multi-media presentation on the history of Virginias favorite team while surrounded by artifacts from the franchises storied past.

Sit behind a microphone at the You Make The Call exhibit to feel what its like to add your voice to some of Virginias most exciting sports highlights.

Visit the Bon Secours Training Room to discover what it takes to be a highly conditioned athlete by focusing on exercise, nutrition and the science of sports medicine.

Learn about golf greats in the Virginia Golf Exhibit by viewing video presentations, graphics, displays and rare artifacts.

Celebrate your favorite Virginia college athletic program in the John McKenna Campus Champions exhibit area.

Learn about the rich history of Virginia sports in the 125-seat Cox Digital Theater.

VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME & MUSEUMMemoriable Exhibits. Interactive Fun.

Located at 206 High Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, across the street from the Childrens Museum of Virginia and just steps from restaurants and shops. Easy parking in the Middle Street Parking Garage located behind the Museum. Call 757-393-8031 or visit www.vshfm.com


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Like lighthouses and buoys, lightships were navigational aids that began service on Americas coasts in the early 1800s. The lights atop their masts were similar to those in lighthouses, but their portability made them more versatile in helping mariners avoid dangerous shoals or while entering harbors at night. Typically, the ship anchored at a strategic location at sea and remained there for months at a time.

The Lightship Portsmouth was built in 1915 and served for 48 years off the coasts of Virginia, Delaware and Massachusetts. In 1964 it was retired to Portsmouth and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989. Now a museum, the ships quarters are fitted out realistically and filled with fascinating artifacts, uniforms, photos, models and more. Visitors go aboard to see how men with the Lightship Service lived during their many months at sea.

Located at the intersection of London and Water Streets on the waterfront in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, and just steps from restaurants and shops. Call 757-393-8591 or visit www.PortsmouthNavalShipyardMuseum.com.

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From its antique and specialty stores to its shade-drenched streets, Olde Towne Portsmouth is much more than one of the regions most pleasant places to take a stroll. Its a history lovers dream come true. In a single square mile, the Olde Towne Historic District contains one of Americas largest collections of architecturally noteworthy 18th and 19th century homes and churches.

Portsmouth was founded on this site in 1716 by Colonel William Crawford, a merchant and ship owner who named the new town after his home in England. Olde Townes early settlers established the maritime character that made Portsmouths history so important. As many as 50 of the first 74 lot owners were merchants and ship owners who traded by the sea, or they were craftsmen who built and rigged ships.

A walk through Olde Towne today reveals homes built in varied architectural styles, including Federal, Greek Revival, Classical Renaissance, Gothic and Romanesque. While the homes are privately owned, Olde Towne is in fact a tourist attraction, renowned as the largest collection of historic homes between Alexandria, Virginia and Charleston, South Carolina.

Legend has it that Benedict Arnold was held captive in one of the Olde Towne homes. Another was used by Union Forces to issue travel passes to citizens during the Civil War, while yet another

concealed medicine for Confederate soldiers. Others homes were visited by four United State Presidents.

You can explore this national treasure through the Path of History Walking Tour a self-guided tour that directs you to 45 homes, monuments and churches. The free tour brochure is available at the Portsmouth Visitor Information Center, located near the ferry landing and the Renaissance Hotel Portsmouth on the eastern edge of Olde Towne and at the Citys museums. Call 757-393-5111.

Guided walking tours are provided by an historical interpreter portraying Portsmouths founder, Colonel William Crawford. Another tour that focuses on the Civil War era is led by an historical interpreter portraying Private James Cook. Tours leave from the lobby of the Renaissance Hotel Portsmouth, located at 425 Water Street on the eastern edge of Olde Towne. For information call 757-393-5111 or visit www.ColonelCrawford.com

A horse-drawn carriage tour is available from Olde Towne Carriage Company in their newly restored surrey carriage. Call 757-393-0241 or visit www.PortsmouthHorseCarriage.com

Top off your visit to Olde Towne by visiting the inviting antiques stores, specialty shops, art galleries, restaurants and pubs in the adjacent Historic Downtown District.

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HILL HOUSE MUSEUMLocated in Historic Olde Towne, the Hill House (circa 1820) is a four story antebellum

English basement home, originally constructed in the Federal Style by Captain John Thompson. While the homes architecture and furnishings have evolved through many generations of the Hill family, the internal integrity of the house still remains.

It is evident from the homes original furnishings that the Hill family members were avid collectors and lived graciously here over a period of 150 years. The house remains in its original condition with limited restoration through the years, with the exception of several additions connecting the original house with the once separate kitchen. A guided tour includes a walk through the homes ornate gardens.

Located at 221 North Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth. Call 757-393-0241 or visit Facebook at Hill House Museum, Portsmouth, VA.

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HOFFLER CREEK WILDLIFE PRESERVE

This 142-acre wildlife haven sits at the mouth of Hoffler Creek where it joins the historic James River. It preserves a parcel of wilderness in the Hoffler Creek Watershed for environmental education, research and recreation. Its vast wetlands, heavily wooded forest and unique saltwater lake provide a thriving habitat for countless species of plants and animals native to Southeastern Virginia. Visitors are welcome to enjoy its hiking and birding trails, kayak rentals, wildlife observation facilities and educational programs.

Located in the Churchland neighborhood of Portsmouth at 4510 Twin Pines Road. For information call 757-686-8684 or visit www.HofflerCreek.org.

FRESNEL LENSBefore the invention of electricity, lighthouses used candles to produce their

life-saving beacons. In order to make candlelight visible to faraway ships, French physicist Augustin Jean Fresnel invented this special lens that uses hundreds of prisms to bend and concentrate the light into a powerful beam.

This Fresnel Lens is one of the worlds few that is displayed outside of a museum setting. It is the second largest lighthouse lens in the U.S. and one of the brightest, with 368 prisms of optical glass. It is ten feet tall, weighs 2,500 pounds and is valued at nearly $1 million. The lens began service in 1896 as part of the Hog Island Light off the Great Machipongo Inlet on Virginias Eastern Shore..

Located in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth on the seawall near the intersection of High Street and Water Street. Call 757-393-8591.



Since the founding of the Gosport Shipyard in 1767, the history of the City of Portsmouth has been closely intertwined with the shipyard. Later renamed the Norfolk Navy Yard and finally the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, many historic ships have been built here. They include the CSS Virginia (originally Merrimac) the first ironclad to engage in battle; the nations first battleship, the Texas; and the worlds first aircraft carrier, the Langley. During the Revolutionary War, the shipyard was described by the British as the most considerable one in America. The Museum tells the rich history of Americas oldest and largest naval shipyard through exhibits, hands-on programs and special events. It offers a unique, 250-year perspective on U.S. history, from Colonial times through the mid-twentieth century. You will find beautiful ship models, uniforms, military artifacts and exhibits interpreting 18th, 19th and 20th century life in Portsmouth. The Museum Shoppe offers unique gifts and collectibles.

Located at the corner of High Street and Water Street on the waterfront in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, just steps from restaurants and shops. Call 757-393-8591 or visit www.PortsmouthNavalshipyardMuseum.com.

PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD MUSEUM

POKEY SMOKEY IIThe Pokey Smokey II is a miniature reproduction of an authentic

nineteenth-century coal-fired steam locomotive that has been delighting kids and adults for decades. Located in Portsmouths scenic City Park, a new gasoline-powered engine takes passenger on a three-quarter mile long ride and back to the railroad era. Each car holds 24 passengers and is wheelchair accessible.

City Park is located at 140 City Park Avenue on the banks of the Elizabeth River. For operating dates and hours contact the Portsmouth Department of Parks & Recreation at 757-393-8481 or visit www.PortsmouthVA.gov/ParksAndRec.

BIDE-A-WEE GOLF COURSEWith a storied past and a dramatic renovation that has golfers and the national

press raving, Bide-A-Wee is undoubtedly one of the finest municipal golf courses in America. Opened in 1956, the course has hosted the World Senior Championships six times and the Virginia State Open four times. Champions here have included Tom Strange, Sam Snead, Max Faulkner, Kel Nagle and Julius Boros.

With an $8 million renovation by Curtis Strange in 1999, Bide-A-Wee is a beautifully landscaped course with immaculate playing conditions, modern facilities and the signature narrow greens that made the original course so challenging. It has received a four-star rating from Golf Digest magazine. The courses name came from builder Fred Findlays memories of his mother telling him to Bide-A-Wee, which to a Scot means stay a little longer or linger a while.

Located at 1 Bide-A-Wee Drive off Greenwood Drive and Victory Boulevard in western Portsmouth. Call 757-393-8600 or visit www.bideaweegolf.com

PARADISE CREEK NATURE PARK

Paradise Creek Nature Park features 40 acres of restored forest and wetlands located on Paradise Creek, a finger of the Elizabeth River. Built by the non-profit Elizabeth River Project and managed by the City of Portsmouth, this new facility features 2.3 miles of walking trails, 11 acres of restored tidal wetlands and 29 acres of forest with native trees, shrubs and flowers.

Located at 1141 Victory Boulevard. For information visit www.ParadiseCreekPark.org



16 Crawford Circle Portsmouth, Virginia 23704Next to Olde Towne Portsmouth and the Path of History.

Call for Operating Hours: 757-335-2284-Dianne757-393-4093-Susan

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This newly-opened museum-on-the-tracks features a lovingly restored five-car train that delights rail fans and casual visitors alike. It features a 1910-era Norfolk and Western steam locomotive, two walk-through gallery mail cars, a Wabash Railroad Company dining car, an antique Norfolk-Southern caboose, and a depot-style platform.

Rare artifacts and photos bring the age of steam-powered railroading to life. Additional items in the collection include several work cars, a rare velocipede, a signal post, crossing gate, books and recordings.

Located at Crawford Parkway and Pavilion Drive near the nTelos Wireless Pavilion in downtown Portsmouth. Call 757-335-2284 or visit www.RailroadMuseumOf Virginia.com.

This rare surviving example of Eastern European Jewish Orthodoxy is a cultural treasure. The Chevra Thelim congregation began building the Synagogue in 1918. Its Colonial-Revival style reflects an architectural gem of beautiful proportions.The Jewish Museum & Cultural Center records the Jewish life that its

members brought from Eastern Europe in the early twentieth century. It houses artifacts and exhibits that reflect the history of the Hampton Roads Jewish community. On display is an eighteenth-century Torah Scroll that was rescued from the synagogue in Trebic, Czechoslovakia, which was destroyed during the Holocaust. The building is recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and designated an historic site by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Located at 607 Effingham Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth and just steps from restaurants and shops. For information call 757-391-9266 or visit www.JewishMuseumPortsmouth.org.

This new museum is an important artifact resource and memorial to African-Americans throughout the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. The library began serving black patrons in 1945 and ceased operations when the Citys main library was integrated in 1963. Over the years the library building fell into disrepair and in 2003 a restoration was begun by the African-American Historical Society of Portsmouth. The museum is home to important artifacts, photographs, oral histories and exhibits.

Located at 904 Elm Avenue in Portsmouth. For information and hours of operation visit wwwBlackHistoryPortsmouth.org or call 757-393-8993 ext. 20

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VISUAL ARTS CENTER / TCC AT OLDE TOWNE

The Visual Arts Centers galleries feature six exhibitions by regional, national, and international artists, faculty and students annually. A complete spectrum of art media is represented in a wide variety of styles and approaches. This high-tech art school offers degree programs in Graphic Design and Studio Arts and is the only facility of its kind in Virginia. Galleries are free and open to the public.

PORTSMOUTH COMMUNITY CONCERTS AT WILLETT HALL

For over 76 years Portsmouth Community Concerts has brought nationally and internationally acclaimed artists and productions to Portsmouth. Willett Hall is a 2,000-seat entertainment complex with outstanding acoustics.

For concert schedule and information call 757-686-5447 or visit www.PortsmouthCommunityConcerts.com Willett Hall is located at 3701 Willett Drive.

This 6,500-seat pavilion-style performance venue hosts the biggest names in entertainment, such as Janet Jackson, KISS, Phish, The Lumineers, James Brown, and the Allman Brothers. There are 3,500 covered seats and another 3,000 spaces on the raised lawn. The Pavilion is comparable in size and sound quality to Wolf Trap in Northern Virginia and Chastain Park in Atlanta. Its unique waterfront location provides the perfect scenic setting for an evening of unforgettable entertainment.

For performance schedules and ticket information call 757-391-3260 or visit www.PavilionConcerts.comLocated at 16 Crawford Circle adjacent to Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth

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PORTSMOUTH ART & CULTURAL CENTER

Housed in the historic 1846 Courthouse, the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center is devoted to offering quality educational, cultural and aesthetic experiences. Rotating visual art exhibits, lectures, classes and performances bring the work of renowned artists to Olde Towne Portsmouth. The adjacent Gallery Shop offers a variety of works produced by regional artists.

Located at 400 High Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth and just steps from restaurants and shops. For exhibit schedules and special events visit www.PortsmouthArtCenter.com or call 757-393-8543.

Located at 340 High Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, close to restaurants and shops. Call 757-822-1888 or visit www.tcc.edu/vac.

COMMODORE THEATREThe Commodore Theatre is a luxuriously restored 1945 Art Deco-style motion picture theatre that

shows first run films on a huge 42 foot screen with state-of-the-art THX, Dolby Digital sound and digital projection system. Pick up the telephone at your table to order lunch or dinner, then sit back and enjoy the movie in your upholstered seat for an unforgettable experience. Named for the War of 1812 veteran Commodore James Barron, this historic theatre is on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.

Call 757-393-6962 or visit www.CommodoreTheatre.com for show information. Located at 421 High Street in Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth.


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Whether you are here for the day or an overnight stay, discover

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Attractions include the Childrens Museum of Virginia, Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, Lightship Portsmouth Museum, Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center and the nTelos Wireless Pavilion.

S P I R I T O F N O R F O L KCruising Year-Round From Downtown

Get ready for the time of your life. Step aboard the Spirit of Norfolk and come alive for an

afternoon or evening of all-out fun. Youll dine and dance to live DJ entertainment while being dazzled by skyline sights and a close-up look at the Navys Atlantic Fleet. Choose from fun-filled lunches, dinners and midnight cruises.

Details and tickets, www.spiritofnorfolk.com or (866) 211-3803. Advance reservations strongly

recommended.

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Join the Yorktown Schooners Alliance and Serenity and step back into history as you sail the York River past the battlefield where our country won its independence. Lend a hand at setting sail, look for dolphins and osprey, or relax with a beverage from our ships galley. For families, try the Pirate Adventure Cruise. Kids will join the pirate crew and help raise the sails, steer the schooner, tie a knot and fire


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the cannon. Both ships also available for private charters and special events. Sailing April to November. Advance reservations recommended. For schedule and tickets, visit www.sailyorktown.com. 888-316-6422.

S U F F O L KSmall town charm and big city amenities converge in Suffolk, Virginia.

Our historic downtown blends unique boutiques and shoppes with award-winning restaurants. Anchored by the Suffolk Visitor Center, Main Street is lined with historic homes and churches. Suffolk boasts year-round family-friendly events. Discover the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge112,000 acres of untouched wilderness. Youll love our swamp safaris, canoe excursions, ghost walks and lantern tours. Kayak or fish in 8,000 acres of lakes and rivers. Golf one of our five championship golf courses. Take the plunge and skydive! Explore Riddicks Folly House Museum where Union Army officers left behind penciled graffiti that is still legible today. Our 1885 passenger station is now Seaboard Station Railroad Museum. Visit the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, a professional performing arts theater. 757.514.4130. VisitSuffolkVa.com.

V I C T O R Y R O V E RNAVAL BASE CRUISES ABOARD THE VICTORY ROVERYour front row seat to the Naval Fleet

Two Hour Narrated Cruises depart daily from Nauticus, home of the Battleship Wisconsin in Downtown Norfolk. The Captain provides a fascinating commentary as passengers cruise the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River. See one of the worlds busiest sea ports including the worlds largest naval base, home of the Atlantic Fleet: Destroyers, Cruisers, Submarines, Aircraft Carriers and more. Up to 150 guests enjoy

Some Come For The History. Others Come JustFor The Fun Of It.Come stroll the walkway along our waterfront. Wend your way to our lightship and naval shipyard museums.Continue wandering and youll discover our huge Childrens Museumand our famous tree-lined streets shading homes more than 250 yearsold. Close by, too, are the most intriguing of shops and a truly sumptuous selection of chef-ownedrestaurants. And what a delight it is to discover so many of the charms of thishistoric seaport are all within one very walkable square mile.

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comfortable seating, air conditioned enclosed deck, shaded upper deck, and snack bar. Call 757-627-7406 or www.navalbasecruises.com. Cruising March - December.

V I R G I N I A B E A C H Experience Three Beaches in One Virginia Beach Vacation

In Virginia Beach, visitors can Live the Life year-round. Enjoy summers lazy days lounging on three distinct beaches, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Chesapeake Bay. Stroll the iconic three-mile boardwalk at the Resort area, kayak with dolphins on Chicks Beach or ride the waves in Sandbridge. Sample fresh coastal cuisine, enjoy a variety of year-round festivals and discover new area attractions, as well as vibrant downtown districtall in one vacation! Explore the great outdoors at pristine state parks by bike, foot or tram, or learn about the areas maritime history at the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center. To begin planning your Virginia Beach vacation today, go to www.visitvirginiabeach.com or call 1-800-VA-BEACH.

THIS ISTHE LIFEThree beaches. One vacation.

Good times await. Whether youre exploring our history, birdwatching in the Great Dismal Swamp, creeping through the historic Cedar Hill Cemetery on a guided lantern tour, or joining in on many of our annual festivals, theres much to do in Suffolk. Get the good times rolling with a click on VisitSuffolkVA.com or give us a call at 866-733-7835. Then picture yourself in Suffolk experiencing our legendary Southern hospitality.

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Whether it is with a large school group or a family visit, the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum is home to many memorable exhibits and full of interactive fun. A basketball court, sports complex, racing simulators and a radio announcing booth await you! The Museum also hosts many special events, birthday parties, galas and weddings. For more information, visit the Museums website at www.vshfm.com or follow them on Facebook or Twitter (@VSHFM).

T H E V I R G I N I A Z O O Journey to mysterious places inhabited by exotic animals from

around the worldwithout leaving Hampton Roads! Discover lions, bears, elephants, gibbons, giraffes, colorful birds and more! Watch the red panda climb through the trees just above your head. Pet the animals in the ZooFarm. Enjoy a stroll or ride the Zoo train among the themed gardens and beautiful landscaping.

The Virginia Zoo provides education and entertainment for people of all ages, and the Zoo is home to more than 400 animals on 53 beautifully landscaped acres. Exhibits encourage the animals natural behavior, provide information about their habitats, what they eat and their worldwide conservation status.

Visiting the Virginia Zoo is a fantastic thing to do with family and friends, and its a terrific value! Admission is $11 for adults, $9 for children (ages 2-11) and $10 for seniors (62+). Children under two get in FREE! The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except major winter holidays. For more information, visitwww.virginiazoo.org.

H I S T O R I C Y O R K T O W NTravel back in time, then savor the present

at this year-round destination for history, shopping, outdoor recreation, fine dining and special events. Relive the pivotal battle of the Revolutionary War. Visit historic homes, museums, and battlefields by foot or enjoy a guided Segway tour through town. Set sail on Yorktowns Schooners Alliance and Serenity. Shop in specialty stores, enjoy a wine tasting, play on the riverfront, and dine in one-of-a-kind restaurants. Come for a day, a weekend or longer. 757-890-3300 or www.visityorktown.org.

Pirate Adventure Cruises May to September

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Metaphysical Library Bookstore and Gift Shop Holistic Health Center & SpaCayce/Miller Caf Free Daily Lecture, Tour, and Film ESP Testing Meditation Garden

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The Coastal Virginia Tourism Alliance welcomes you to one of Americas most scenic and historic travel destinations. The Coastal Virginia region is comprised of the cities of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Smithfield/Isle of Wight, Suffolk, Yorktown, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and Virginias Eastern Shore. All are accessible by major interstate highway systems, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and two major airports in Norfolk and Newport News both served by low fare airlines. Coastal Virginia makes a perfect vacation destination for those seeking clean beaches, outdoor recreation, fascinating history, fine arts culture, thrilling events and festivals, exciting theme parks, abundant shopping, world-class fishing and coastal cuisine.

We offer an experience for every kind of traveler. Beach lovers revel on the Virginia Beach oceanfront. History buffs are inspired by the past in Williamsburg, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News and Smithfield/Isle of Wight. Chesapeake and Suffolk are both entry points to the vast nature of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Virginias Eastern Shore offers pristine coastal plains perfect for bird watching as well as NASA rocket launches. In addition, museums and the arts abound throughout the region and it is home to the world renowned Virginia Arts Festival. Youll also have a chance to salute our military. We are the home to the worlds largest naval base!

This just touches on what you can see and do in Coastal Virginia. We hope you get a chance to experience it all. We are glad you are here to Sea Our History!

With its rich history as the birthplace of America and a strong nautical heritage, Coastal Virginia boasts an abundance of culturally diverse and nationally acclaimed museums and historical attractions. Within one hours drive is more history, excitement and family fun than can be found at any other destination. Add to this world-class shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation, and you will see why millions return each year.

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Convention & visitors BureausHampton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A5 Newport News . . . . . . . . . . . . . A7Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A11Portsmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A12Suffolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A13Virginia Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . A13Historic Yorktown. . . . . . . . . . . A16

eventsFestevents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3

HarBor tours/CrusiesAmerican and Victory Rover . . A2Schooner Alliance & Serenity A16Spirit of Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . A8

HeaLtHEdgar Cayces Association for Research and Enlightenment .A2

HistoriC sitesJamestown/Yorktown . . . . . . . A4

restaurantsNawab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A6

sHoPPinG Coliseum Central . . . . . . . . . . . A5MacArthur Center . . . . . . . . . . A9

MuseuMs/ZooThe Mariners Museum . . . . . . A7 Military Aviation Museum . . . . A4Nauticus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A10Norfoik Southern Museum. . . . A8Virginia Living Museum . . . . . . A7Virginia Sports Hall of Fame . A12Virginia Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A10

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A M E R I C A N R O V E R Norfolk Harbor Sailing Cruises

Set Sail aboard this 125 passenger Sailing Schooner. Offering Daytime and Sunset harbor cruises on the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and the Port of Virginia. Help hoist the sails, take a turn at the helm, or just relax and enjoy the Captains tour. Seating is available on the shaded upper deck, our air-conditioned below deck area has ship store, bar and rest rooms. Private charters and special event cruises available. Departing Waterside Marina in Downtown Norfolk. Call 757-627-7245 or visit www.AmericanRover.com. Sailing April through October.

E D G A R C A Y C EEdgar Cayces A.R.E. Association for Research and Enlightenment

Our global non-profit organization was founded in 1931 to help people transform and improve their lives. Come explore the fascinating work of documented psychic Edgar Cayce, the father of holistic medicine. Free daily film, tour, and lecture on topics including dreams, intuition, holistic health, and

more. Our campus includes a metaphysical Library, Bookstore & Gift Shop, meditation garden, stone

labyrinth, reflexology walk, and Cayce/Miller Caf. We also offer ESP testing, astrology charts, psychic fairs, and conferences with world-renowned presenters. The newly renovated Health Center & Spa has

treatment rooms overlooking the ocean offering holistic services including the Cayce/Reilly massage,

facial, or hydrotherapy sessions. www.EdgarCayce.org.

F E S T E V E N T STown Point Park, located along the Elizabeth River on the Downtown Norfolk

Waterfront, is the premier venue in Hampton Roads for festivals, concerts, Tall Ship visits and celebrations. Norfolk Festevents, Ltd. is the official event marketing and production agency for the City of Norfolk, Virginia, Americas vibrant, heritage port city. Since 1982, Norfolk Festevents has garnered international acclaim for its outstanding quality programming transforming Norfolk into one of the most fun and livable waterfront communities in the world.

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1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23457 www.MilitaryAviationMuseum.org | (757) 721-PROP

Preserving history, the Military Aviation Museum features a major collection of military aircraft from the middle of the last century. Open Daily 9am to 5pm.

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Make Room for the Memories.An adventure of historic proportion is waiting for youat two living-history museums that explore Americas beginnings. Board replicas of colonial ships. Grind corn in a Powhatan Indian village. Try on English armor inside a palisaded fort. Then, join Continental Army soldiers at their encampment for a rsthand look at theRevolutions end. Dont forget your camera. Because the history here is life size. And your memories will be even bigger!

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H A M P T O N This is Hampton Hampton, the 400-year old city located in the heart of Coastal Virginia, is multi-faceted; rich in Civil War history, African American heritage, water recreation, and abundant shopping and dining opportunities. The Hampton History Museum is a great place to begin your explorations. The museum introduces Hamptons 400-year history in its galleries, interpreting the citys role in pivotal American decisions and milestones. The Hampton Visitor Center shares this location so you can gather great information on the sites you wish to explore and purchase money-saving admission tickets. The Sea to Stars Ticket, for example, combines admission to the Virginia Air & Space Center, an IMAX film, a ride on the Hampton Carousel, a cruise aboard the Miss Hampton II and admission to the Hampton History Museum for one low price. Buy adult tickets for $39 and youth tickets for $25. The Virginia Air & Space Center features more than 100 flight simulators and hands-on exhibits of air and space innovations. The Riverside 3D IMAX Theater presents digital feature films and documentaries on a five-story screen. Next door, the Hampton Carousel spins visitors on hand-carved horses and chariots built in 1920 by European artisans. Fort Monroe visitors are encouraged to cross the moat encircling the stone fort to explore the Casemate Museum and many historic landmarks and to climb the fort walls to enjoy the spectacular view of the harbor. See the cell where Jefferson Davis

was held at the conclusion of the Civil War. A tour aboard the Miss Hampton II reveals Fort Monroes companion fortification, Fort Wool, located across the channel at Hampton Roads entrance. The Miss Hampton II harbor tour boat and the Ocean Eagle fishing boat are located nearby along the Hampton waterfront. Hampton University Museum, founded in 1868, has a collection of more than 9,000 works of contemporary art and artifacts spanning African, African-American, Pan-American and Native-American cultures. You can explore the

campus with one of several Smartphone tours available at VisitHampton.com or learn about the campus and citys remarkable past through interpretive historic markers located on the campus and throughout Hampton. You are also sure to adore the unique dining and shopping in Downtown Hampton, Phoebus and in Coliseum Central. Theres no shortage of fun and adventure. After all, This is Hampton! For visitor information call 800-800-2202, 757-727-1102 or come to VisitHampton.com.

JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT, YORKTOWN VICTORY CENTERLiving-History Museums Chronicle Nations Beginnings

A hands-on history experience awaits visitors at two Williamsburg area museums that explore the nations beginnings. At Jamestown Settlement, gallery exhibits chronicle 1600s Virginia in the context of its Powhatan Indian, English and African cultures, complementing historical interpretation at outdoor re-creations of a Powhatan Indian village, the three ships that brought Americas first permanent English colonists in 1607, and colonial fort. The story of the American Revolution, from the beginnings of colonial unrest to the formation of the new nation, unfolds at the Yorktown Victory Center through indoor exhibits and outdoor re-creations of a Continental Army encampment and Revolution-period farm. The museums are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Christmas and New Years days. For more information call (888) 593-4682 or visit www.historyisfun.org.



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Coliseum Central is the premier Hampton Roads destination for retail, dining, lodging and entertainment. Boasting over 1,900 acresand 600 businesses at the intersection of I-64 and Mercury Boulevardyoull be sure to find anything you need in one convenient location.

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WHERE ELSE CAN YOU TAKE A BOAT RIDE TO AN ISLAND FORTRESS, COME FACE TO FACE WITH BLACKBEARD THE PIRATE, RIDE A HUNDRED YEAR-OLD HORSE,CATCH THE LATEST IMAX MOVIE IN 3-D AND SHOOT OFF INTO THE COSMOSALL IN ONE PLACE?

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MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUMMilitary Aviation Museum is home to one of the largest collections

of historic military aircraft. These vintage WWI and WWII aircraft, such as our P-51 Mustang, de Havilland Mosquito, Curtiss P-40 and Spitfire, have been restored to their original flying condition. The aircraft are occasionally flown on local demonstrations flights and at regional air shows. Visit us at 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach or call (757)721-7767. www.MilitaryAviationMuseum.org.

N A U T I C U SThis maritime-themed science museum, on the

downtown Norfolk waterfront, offers a fun and exciting educational experience for visitors of

all ages. In addition to its largest artifactThe Battleship Wisconsinunique features of this 120,000-square-foot facility includes hands-on exhibits, touch tanks, 3D movies, and more. Plus, walk the decks of history

with a self-guided deck tour of the battleship Wisconsinone of the largest and last battleships

built by the U.S. Navyand see the wardroom, and officers quarters, berthing units, chapel and other areas. Guided tours of additional ship areas are available for an additional fee.

While on site at Nauticus, be sure to check out Stewards of the Sea: Defending Freedom, Protecting the Environment, a 1,000-square-foot, highly interactive exhibit which highlights how the Navy protects marine life while fulfilling its mission. And dont miss Science on a Spherea dynamic six-foot globe that displays 3-D animated images of our oceans and atmosphere.

The Hampton Roads Naval Museum, located on Nauticus second floor, examines more than two centuries of naval activity in and around the Hampton Roads harbor. Complementing the maritime experience is the Banana Pier Gift Shop, which features nautical gifts for all ages. 757-664-1000 or visit www.nauticus.org for hours and admission fees.

N E W P O R T N E W SDiscover the Treasures of Newport NewsVIRGINIA LIVING MUSEUM THE MARINERS MUSEUM Trendy restaurants, unique shopping opportunities and world-class attractions are just a few of the many reasons to visit Newport News.

Connect to nature at the Virginia Living Museum! View endangered red wolves. Get close to a loggerhead turtle and jellyfish. See fish with no eyes and frogs that change colors. Touch live spider crabs and fossilized dinosaur tracks. Experience a steamy cypress swamp and cool mountain cove. Explore the depths of the Chesapeake Bay. Touch famous Bay creatures. Travel the galaxies in the state-of-the-art planetarium theater. Stroll the outdoor boardwalk to view animals in naturalized habitats. Explore an extensive collection of native plants. Learn how to build, garden and live green. Enjoy role-playing as an animal keeper/vet. Explore the Nature Playground. See Frogs! A Chorus of Colors, a new exhibition on display March 14 through Sept. 7. Visit www.thevlm.org or call 757-595-1900 for details.

The Mariners Museum, Americas National Maritime Museum, is filled with fascinating stories, captured in the priceless artifacts that celebrate the spirit of the open sea. Explore small craft from around the world. Discover the USS Monitor Center, home to the Civil War ironclads iconic

gun turret. View maritime art, handcrafted ship models and rare figureheads. Experience a 3D film in the Explorers Theater. Located in a 550-acre park, visitors can hike the 5-mile Noland Trail or rent a paddle boat. Explore the depths of the ocean floor in Extreme Deep: Mission into the Abyss, a new 2015 exhibition open from May 16 through Sept. 7. For information about upcoming and current exhibitions, exciting events, educational programs and hours of operation, visit www.MarinersMuseum.org or call 800-581-7245. Let the travel counselors at the Newport News Visitor Center help plan your stay. Ask them about our money-saving Combination Ticket! Call 888-493-7386, 757-886-7777, or visit www.newport-news.org.

N O R F O L K VISIT NORFOLK

With 144 miles of shoreline, theres so much to do while visiting Norfolk, Virginia. Take a tour of the Elizabeth River harbor on a majestic tall ship, sip on some of the best wines around at Mermaid Winery, Virginias very first urban winery, try delicious beers at local breweries or watch world-renowned artists blow glass at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio.

Hungry? Norfolk has become well-known for its wide variety of cuisine and is home to more than 80 chef-owned restaurants in the downtown area, many featuring Virginia wine and Virginia-grown


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produce and meat. Downtown isnt the only place to find eclectic entrees. A host of restaurants dot the streets of Ghent, the historic Freemason district, Ocean View and other areas of the city.

If history is your thing, sign up for a boat or land tour of the worlds largest Naval Base, stop by the MacArthur Memorial, or walk the Cannonball Trail. You can jam out to some of the nations best music at the NorVA, named Venue that Rocks the hardest by Rolling Stone magazine. There are antique shops, coffee houses & galleries galore in the hip, historic Ghent district just a few minutes from downtown. There is truly something for everyone here! For additional information, call 800-368-3097, or visit www.visitnorfolktoday.com.

N O R F O L K S O U T H E R NClothing, tools, locomotive and train parts, maps,

and advertisements are among the more than 500 artifacts dating to the 1830s showcased in the Norfolk Southern Museum. Exhibits include a

locomotive simulator; a 900-pound railroad coupler; photographs of workers past and present; and diagrams used to teach hand signals and lantern use to railroad trainees.

The history of Norfolk Southern belongs not only to the company, but to the communities it serves and to generations of workers. Norfolk Southerns history has shaped its path as one of the nations premier transportation companies, with 20,000 route miles in 22 states.

P O R T S M O U T H City of Portsmouth

One visit to Portsmouth and youll be hooked. Amble along our famous Seawall. Go antiquing. Take in some art. Stroll through three centuries of historic neighborhoods. Stand inside a giant soap bubble at the largest childrens museum in Virginia. And did we mention that Portsmouth is home to some of the most delightful restaurants in the region?

Many of Portsmouths attractions are clustered within easy walking distance, making it the perfect place to spend a day. And with its central location, its easy to get to less than an hour from Colonial Williamsburg and minutes from Virginia Beach.


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OLDE TOWNE SHOPPINGPortsmouths High Street corridor and its side streets are the original town center

shopping district. Today, this area is populated with small independently owned shops and boutiques. Often, visitors to this area express amazement at the variety and quality of goods offered. Olde Towne shoppers will be personally greeted by the owners and will delight in the personal service they receive.

In the Olde Towne district there are several antiques stores laden with treasures from the past. Two large regional antiques stores call Olde Towne home and offer some of the regions best English and American antiques and appropriately, nautical antiques. Another shop specializes in repurposed antiques and the other offers a full selection of collectibles. So if you are searching for a special treasure, Olde Towne is the place to start. A monthly antiques to flea market offers more opportunities to discover antique treasures.

Several art galleries dot Olde Towne and showcase the works of local and national artists, including art pottery, hand-made glass creations, fine crafts, jewelry, paintings and more. Additionally, shoppers will find a variety of museum gift shops, also offering original art, sports related items, and games, toys and educational items. Plan on attending one of the two major art shows held annually in this beautiful historic setting.Olde Towne offers several traditional furniture stores, complemented by garden shops, decorative accessories, flower shops, and even a chef-owned kitchen store. Several clothing stores have opened in recent years and shoppers can find Italian leather shoes, unique clothing and accessories. Since we are a waterfront community, you will find several marine supply stores offering boating needs, sundries, and more. Services abound and when you are exhausted from a day of shopping, stop in one of many salons and treat yourself to a manicure, massage, tanning or new hairstyle.

While visiting, please schedule time to visit the Olde Towne shopping district. You will find tree-lined streets, renovated historic buildings, and friendly shop keepers offering the finest shopping experience.

MIDTOWNThe Midtown shopping district offers a variety of

retailers alongside small independent retailers. Enjoying a renaissance in the past few years, this area has seen national retailers return and major plans are underway for additional shopping centers and major investments by nationals. This area is unique as you can still find stores offering farm supplies, flowers, seasonal needs, paints, hardware and more. Several antique stores have opened in recent years and you may find used books, thrift stores, and consignment shops.

VICTORY CROSSINGLocated conveniently, off Interstate 264 at Victory

Boulevard, Victory Crossing is a new shopping area which offers a full variety of merchandise from national

retailers. Offerings include mens and womens clothing, accessories, electronics, hardware, garden items, dollar stores, and supermarkets. While visiting Victory Crossing you will find ample parking, well-lit parking areas, and beautiful landscaping.

CHURCHLANDMultiple shopping centers are located in the Churchland

area. Here you will find unique local merchants offering a multitude of goods which include traditional jewelry stores, antiques stores, consignment shops and just about anything you could imagine. Florist, card shops, gift shops, fine foods, lighting, and more add to the retail mix. Several large retailers are located here, including department stores, major pharmacies and full-service grocery stores.

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April 3-5First Weekend in Olde TowneArt, history and culture come alive in Olde Towne. On Friday, enjoy a free concert featuring jazz, blues or rock-n-roll in the Courtyard of the Portsmouth Art & Culture Center from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Books By The Inch sale at the Portsmouth Public Library happens from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. visit the popular Farmers Market at the intersection of High Street & Court Street from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and the Antiques to Flea Market at the Middle Street Parking Garage from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Free admission and hands-on fun for kids at the Portsmouth Art & Culture Museum, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, and Light-ship Portsmouth Museum from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On Sunday enjoy Olde Towne Portsmouths eclectic dining, art, antiques and specialty shops. www.PortsVaEvents.com

April 4Nano Day at the Childrens Museum of VirginiaParticipate in experiements, check out inter-active demonstrations and meet the scientists who bring this cutting edge technology to everyday life. Co-hosted by Norfolk State University. 12:30 Noon to 4:00 p.m. www.PortsVaEvents.com or call 757-393-5259.

April 8-1163rd Annual Portsmouth Invitational TournamentEach year the basketball world focuses on Portsmouth as 64 of the nations best college seniors participate in a four-day, twelve-game tournament. Scouts from every National Bas-ketball Association team are on-site to evaluate their talent. www.PortsmouthInvitationalTourna-ment.com

April 24 & 2543rd Annual Virginia Sports Hall of Fame WeekendCelebrate achievements in Virginia athletics and meet the Class of 2015 inductees. A weekend full of events include a celebrity golf tournament & reception, sports card and memorabilia show. For schedule and ticket information visit www.vshfm.com, Facebook.com/VSHFM, or call 757-393-8031.

May 1-3First Weekend in Olde Towne(See April 3-5)

May 2 & 3Atlantic Coast Kite FestivalThis two-day event is hosted in Virginia Beach on Saturday and at Portsmouth City Park on Sunday, May 3. Bring kites and join us for a day of high-flying activities. Co-sponsored by the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center and Beach Events. 757-393-8543, www.PortsmouthArtCenter.com.

May 9Steeple-to-Steeple TourThis annual tour takes visitors into seven of Portsmouths most interesting and beautiful churches and the historic Chevra Thelim

synagogue. See stunning stained glass art from Louis Comfort Tiffany, murals, statuary, stenciled glass and a Holocaust Torah. Led by costumed interpreters, the tour starts at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. Lunch is included. www.SteepleToSteeple.com, 747-393-0973.

May 9 & 1045th Annual Gosport Arts Festival This major Hampton Roads event features 150 juried artists and artisans displaying two- and three-dimensional works. Held on the High Street corridor in Historic Olde Towne, the event includes art demonstra-tions, live music, food vendors, childrens activities and a silent auction. www.GosportArtsFestival.com

May 22-2425th Annual Umoja Festival Umoja means unity, and this three-day festival presents the rich heritage of African culture and the manner in which it woven into our national tapestry. Visitors are introduced to the continent through art, music, entertainment, demonstrations and food. At the nTelos Wire-less Pavilion and Festival Park. www.UmojaFestPortsmouth.com or 757-488-6908

May 2335th Annual Elizabeth River RunJoin the Tidewater Striders Club and the Portsmouth Museums Foundation for a 10K race, a one-mile race and a Fun Run on a course that traverses Historic Olde Towne and the Elizabeth River waterfront. Enjoy post-race festivities at nTelos Wireless Pavil-ion at Harbor Center. For information visit www.err.TidewaterStriders.com

May 25Annual Memorial Day ParadeThe Memorial Day Parade salutes the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the United States Armed Forces and celebrates Portsmouths proud military heritage. A Ports-mouth tradition since 1884. 757-393-8481.

June 5 & 6Seawall Music Festival This is Portsmouths summer celebration of music and family fun along the seawall. Complete with daily musical performances by local and regional bands, childrens activities and the East Coasts largest pyrotechnical show. A complete list of musical acts, times and activities can be found at www.PortsVaE-vents.com or by calling 757-393-8481.

June 5-7First Weekend in Olde Towne(See April 3-5)

June 19 & 2028th Annual Cock Island Race Several classes of sailboats race up and down the Elizabeth River, but the race is not just for the professionals. Casual boaters hit the wa-ter, too. The race kicks off with concerts and food on Friday night and ends Saturday with an awards ceremony and more live music. 757-393-8481, www.PortsVaEvents.com

July 3-5First Weekend in Olde Towne(See April 4-6)

July 4Patriots DayEnjoy historic demonstrations, music, crafts, games, military drills, food and fun at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and the Lightship Portsmouth Museum. 757-393-8591, www.PortsmouthNavalShipYardMuseum.com

August 7-9First Weekend in Olde Towne(See April 3-5)

August 15Builder FestJoin us for a day of creating and building. Visit with hobbyists and professionals to discover everyday items made by hand as in times past, and to play with futuristic toys. At the Childrens Museum of Virginia, Ports-mouth Art & Cultural Center, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum and Lightship Portsmouth Museum. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 757-393-5258, www.PortsVaEvents.com

August 22 & 2445th Annual Seawall Art Show This juried fine arts and fine crafts show on Portsmouths waterfront in Historic Olde Towne features the work of nearly 100 artists. Selections include oil paintings, wood carving, art glass, fine jewelry, potteryand more. Includes a student art show, food and entertainment. www.SeawallArtShow.com.

September 4-6First Weekend in Olde Towne(See April 3-5)

October 2-4First Weekend in Olde Towne(See April 4-6)

October 2334th Annual Olde Towne Ghost Walk Based upon the popular Jack-The-Ripper walks in London, guides take visitors on a walk past the haunted houses and mansions of Olde Towne. Costumed actors tell the legends of ghostly visitations and things that go bump in the night. The 45-minute tours depart the Trinity Church graveyard at 7:00, 8:00 & 9:00 p.m. and end at Middle Street Park with cider and entertainment. www.PortsmouthGhostWalk.com or 757-525-0318.

October 24Museum MadnessEnjoy a haunting day of Halloween fun at all four Portsmouth museums. Frightfully fun arts & crafts, face painting, wizardry, pumpkin decorating, and a haunted ship! 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Childrens Museum of Virginia, Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, and Lightship Portsmouth Museum. 757-393-5258, www.PortsVaEvents.com.

October 24Safe Trick-or-TreatHalloween trick-or-treaters, up to age 12, visit the merchants of Olde Towne collecting candy. Located along the historic High Street corridor between Effingham and Water Streets. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 757-405-3500 or www.OldeTownePortsmouth.com.

November 21Olde Towne Arts & Antiques Open House This kickoff to the winter holiday season features art, music and entertainment in the shops, galleries and restaurants of the Historic High Street Shopping District in Olde Towne. 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 757-405-3500 or www.OldeTownePortsmouth.com.

November 27 to December 31Winter Wonderland at Portsmouth Art & Cultural CenterEnjoy holiday displays from the popular Coleman Nursery Collection that have become a tradition for families from across the region. From Victorian scenes of animated skaters and carolers, to an enchanted forest and Santas workshop, the displays delight visitors of all ages. 757-393-5258, www.PortsmouthArtCenter.com.

December 1218th Annual Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival Launched in 1998, this festival has become Portsmouths signature Holiday Season event. Its a musical tribute to the spirit of the Holi-day Season, enlivening the first seven blocks of High Street in Historic Olde Towne with performances, childrens activities, re-enactors in period attire, and strolling characters. Performances from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. www.PortsVaEvents.com.

December 31Noon Years Eve Bash: Countdown to NoonThere is no better place for families to ring in the New Year than the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center. Countdown to noon with a complete glittery ball drop, childrens activities, crafts, music, and a toast to the New Year. Festivities from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 757-393-8543, www.PortsmouthArtCenter.com.

December 3118th Annual Olde Towne Scottish WalkModeled after Scotlands Hogmanay Festival, a procession of local residents and visitors is led by bagpipe and drum music to High Street Landing for a flag raising ceremony that honors George Washingtons raising of the first flag, the Grand Union. Call 757-650-3052 or visit www.PortsVaEvents.com.

2015 Major Annual Festivals & EventsPortsmouth loves to throw a party! Below is just a sampling of the dozens of festivals and events for 2014. For comprehensive information about these and other events, please visit www.PortsVaEvents.com

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Since its founding in 1752 to the turn of this century, Portsmouth has welcomed visitors with open arms and delicious dishes.

Virginia, as a whole, has had a love affair with food and wine for some 400 years; the early colonists were in fact English-speaking Americas first foodies. Journals from Capt. John Smith and others wax poetic about the abundant fish and oysters. Folks used muscadine and scuppernong grapes to ferment into wine. Corn and other grains were distilled into spirits, ales and beer.

One of the Old Dominions most famous natives, Thomas Jefferson, was a true culinary cheerleader. His food-fixation was great, and contagious.

The cuisine scene in Portsmouth showcases many of these time-honored traditions, while making a few new traditions of its own.

The area of Portsmouth was settled in 1620, and founded as a town by Col. William Crawford in 1752. Crawford laid the town out, and the original plans emphasized the importance of fresh food with a market established at the corner of High and Court streets.

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Although traditional restaurants were not part of the American experience in the 18th and early-to-mid 19th centuries, there were taverns and other eating houses that served locals and visitors alike.

Many of those items would be recognized today: cooks would have wandered down to the market and bought fresh produce from farms out in the nearby county. They would also select from an abundance of seafood just harvested from the Elizabeth River and other area waterways, including the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean.

And although much of the food would have been prepared honest and straight-forward, there would have been some with hints of spices and herbs from the many ships that made port here and in Norfolk just across the river, fresh from exotic ports ocall in the Caribbean.

Fast-forward some 260 years, and Portsmouth has expanded from its original boundaries, today known as Olde Towne, westward out into what was countryside.

The number of places to dine has expanded greatly, too, and offers folks a wide range of options, from down home to upscale.

One of the cities of Coastal Virginia, Portsmouth restaurants pull from the regions bounty. Remember that market that Col. Crawford established in 1752?

Well, right near the site today the Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers Market meets regularly, and its not an uncommon site to see chefs in their white jacket and houndstooth pants going from vendor to vendor to buy fresh and buy local.

So, just what is the cuisine scene of Portsmouth?Its a quaint diner in business for generations with naugahyde booths and a long counter and stools giving folks a show as the short-order cook prepares a classic Southern breakfast of eggs-over-easy, country ham, tender biscuits, and creamy grits swimming in butter.

Its a tiny jewel-like eatery with a chef, who has garnered national accolades, that so embraces the farm-to-fork that he has an oversized vegetable garden, a smokehouse for ham, and bees for honey, right across the street. These ingredients, and others from area farmers and watermen, are crafted into memorable meals that combine the classic with the contemporary.

Its an Old World-style outdoor patio covered in a vine-laced trellis where diners can enjoy a seemingly endless supply of fine beers and authentic German food to match.

Its a sports bar owned by a former NFL great, serving up great food and great times.

Its a restaurant located in the basement of a historic structure that embraces its speakeasy feel with an unbelievable assortment of cocktails and an unbelievably creative menu of small plates to pair.

In a word, the Portsmouth dining scene is remarkable. Soul food. Haute cuisine. Places to grab tapas. Places to grab a three-course meal. Restaurants offering gorgeous waterfront dining, and restaurants that offer gorgeous dining rooms.

The only thing missing is you. And your tastebuds.

Patrick Evans-Hylton is a Johnson & Wales-trained

chef, award-winning food journalist, food educator and food

historian. He is food editor of Coastal Virginia Magazine,

executive editor of Virginia Wine Lover magazine and author

of the cookbook, Dishing Up Virginia. He blogs at

www.PatrickEvansHylton.com.



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Economy Lodge1015 Broad Street(757) 399-6341

The Governor Dinwiddie Hotel & Suites506 Dinwiddie Street (at High Street) (757) 392-1330 www.governordinwiddiehotel.com

Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel425 Water Street(757) 673-3000 (888) 839-1775Fax: (757) 673-3030www.renaissanceportsmouth.com

Riverwalk Inn333 Effingham Street(757) 295-0151 Fax: (757) [email protected]

Rodeway Inn1031 London Boulevard757-398-4414Fax: 757-399-7066

Super Value Inn925 London Boulevard(757) 398-0612 Fax: (757) 398-9121www.supervalueinnva.com

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PORTSMOUTH MARINASNAUTICAL BOATS AND MARINA757-483-6148 3825 Adams St. 200 slips, wide piers, boat yard.

OCEAN MARINE YACHT CENTER757-399-2920, 757-321-7432 (marina), or 800-292-9858 1 Crawford [email protected] storage, 80-ton Travelift, 1,250-ton Synchrolift, rail transfer system, mega yacht service building. Slip sizes range from 35 feet to 65 feet. One thousand feet of linear dockage accommodates yachts up to 400+ feet in length.

PORTSMOUTH BOATING CENTER757-397-2092 1244 Bay [email protected] storage, service, brokerage, slips, travel lift, and fuel.

SCOTTS CREEK MARINA757-399-2628 6 Harper [email protected] deep slips, swimming pool, full service, fuel and ships store.

TIDEWATER YACHT MARINA757-393-2525 1-888-390-008010 Crawford Pkwy.www.tyamarina.com [email protected] deep-water slips, 100 slips available for transients, 6 Mega Yacht Slips, full-service ships store, multiple fueling locations, floating swimming pool (one of only 4 on the East Coast), laundry room, full-service boatyard, two pump-out locations, conference room with kitchen, 60-ton travel lift, and on-site restaurant.

VIRGINIA BOAT AND YACHT757-673-7167 3515 Shipwright St.Complete travel lift service, monthly slip rentals, engine and fiberglass repairs, brokerage, fuel and towing.

PUBLIC BOAT RAMPPORTSMOUTH CITY PARK 757-465-2937 Clp. J.L. Williams Ave.On the Western Branch of the Elizabeth River, offering two ramps, three piers, restrooms, vending machines, pay phones, free paved parking lot for 80 boat trailers. Open sunrise to sunset.

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1 High Street Landing and Harbor Center Points SouthHRT Ferry Landingwww.gohrt.com*Skipjack Nautical Wares(757) 399-5012Riverview Gallery(757) 397-3207Visitors Information(757) 393-5111Naval Shipyard Museum(757) 393-8591Public Restrooms and Parking City Hall/DMV Select(757) 393-8000Ntelos Wireless Pavilion at Harbor Center*Railroad MuseumFor tours dial (757) 393-4093Ocean Marine Yacht Center- Marina & Ships Store(757) 399-2920Harbor Vista at Crawford Streetwww.liveharborvista.comGosport Park & Trophy Park 2 Cavvendish Square3 Bristol Square ABNB Credit Union (757) 523-53004 Portsmouth Square5 County SquareArtisans Bakery & Caf(757) 396-6313 6 Columbia Court 7 Proctor SquareJewish Museum & Cultural Center For tours dial (757) 391-92668 Hertford Square9 Princess Square10 King SquareGuads Mexican Restaurant (757) 399-6120ORZO Studio/Pottery (757) 967-9333Public Parking11 Saint James SquarePortsmouth Public Library (757) 393-850112 Edinburgh Square*Bunch Real Estate(757) 488-564513 Bloomsberry SquareCrockins Furniture(757) 399-2463 *Childrens Museum of VA & Gift Shop(757) 393-5258

14 Market SquareNoels Deli & Ice Cream (757) 397-1460Lobscouser Restaurant(757) 397-2728 *Jimmy Johns Gourmet Sandwiches(757) 673-3400New York Deli(757) 393-335415 Church SquareCommodore Theatre(757) 393-6962Little Shoppes on High(757) 393-198816 Dinwiddie SquareGovernor Dinwiddie Hotel *Humbolt Steel Corp. RestaurantDial GOPIZZA (757) 467-4992*Cancun Fiesta Restaurant(757) 392-3465Griffs Restaurant & Sports Lounge (757) 606-3990 17 Cheshire SquareRocket Bike Marketingwww.itsrocketbike.com18 Montgomery Square19 Preston Square20 Arlington & Carlisle Square 21 Washington SquareLindas Especially for You Ladies Clothing (757) 399-6699Gosport Tavern (757) 606-266622 Devonshire Square*Kitchen Koop Store (757) 399-4475 Anderson Wright Rooms and Gardens (757) 398-0990*Way Back Yonder Antiques (757) 398-2700Manninos Italian Bistro (757) 966-7522Drug Center Pharmacy Olde Towne(757) 393-4039Public Parking 23 Oxford Square*Barons Pub(757) 399-4840 24 Prison SquareBlue Water Seafood Grill (757) 398-0888Longboards Hawaiian Bar & Grill(757) 399-4010*Bier Garden Restaurant (757) 393-6022

*Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center and Gift Shop (757) 393-8543Farmers Market (Saturday 9 to 1 from April through December)www.portsmoutholdetownefarmersmarket.comStill Restaurant(757) 332-7222Public Parking25 Courthouse SquareVisu

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