Newport News is a city of change, innovative progress and successful development. Best of all, it is a great place to visit, live, work, retire and raise a family! From changes in military technologies to performing arts to inventive community developments to the creation of more recreation complexes and parks, there is something to interest everyone. The Hampton Roads area of Virginia has witnessed many changes throughout history. Since the colonization of Jamestown to present day, Newport News has been here to experience and document the history.