About the Newsome House

The Newsome House honors the legacy of Joseph Thomas Newsome by engaging the public in an ongoing study and remembrance of African American history and culture.

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Operating Hours and Admission

Thursday-Saturday:
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday - Wednesday:
By Appointment Only

Closed Sundays, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Suggested $2 donation

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Calendar of Events

February 11, 2012

“Women of Resistance”

A presentation about African American women that rose against social injustice. These courageous...

February 18, 2012

“Sunday Crowns”

An afternoon all about those fabulous Church Hats! There will be a church hat fashion show; a...

February 25, 2012

Inside the Crab Factory – Crab Pickers Tell Their Story

Meet Mrs. Mary Tyson and friends as they tell the story of the Crab Pickers of Hampton, VA...

March 3 - June 5, 2012

Avoiding Capture and Perception

Two dynamic local women artists will open their exhibits at The Newsome House Museum....

March 10, 2012

“A Gathering of Women"

Held at Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center. An event featuring women authors, artists, jewelry...

Exhibits at the Newsome House

Educational Programs

History

About the Newsome House

Operating Hours and Admission

Calendar of Events