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Ships, History, And The Great Outdoors
Newport News' great location and rich history, which begins shortly after the founding of Jamestown, has shaped the city into what it is today. Located on the banks of the Hampton Roads harbor in southeastern Virginia, Newport News is located near Hampton, minutes from Williamsburg and a short drive to Virginia Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. From this central Coastal Virginia location, you can experience ships, history and the great outdoors.
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Things to do June 17 - 23, 2021
June 17th City Center Farmers' Market City Center at Oyster Point -June 17; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fresh, Healthy, Farm to Table Choices! 701 Mariners Row. Click here for more information. Juneteenth Celeb...
What's Open & Re-Opening Soon in Newport News!
With social distancing and capacity restrictions being eased, many attractions are re-opening and events are being put on the schedule again in Newport News! Below you’ll find five of the latest attr...
Things to do June 10 -16, 2021
June 11th Civil War Lecture: CSS Stonewall-A Ship Under Four Flags The Mariners’ Museum and Park -June 11; 12 p.m. FREE VIRTUAL LECTUREL: Presented by John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USSMo...
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