Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center

Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center Home to rotating visual art and cultural exhibits, lectures, workshops and performances. We're all decked out and ready for holiday cheer.
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Housed in the 1846 Courthouse, the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center becomes a "Winter Wonderland" the Friday after Thanksgiving through December 31. Stop by for make-n-take crafts, music and sing-a-longs, book signings, performances, story telling, and more. And don't forget the Gallery Shop where you can find one of a kind gifts for the artfully minded friend or loved one on your list. Portsmouth

Art & Cultural Center is devoted to offering quality educational, cultural and aesthetic experiences in the arts through rotating visual art exhibits, lectures, classes and performances.

Ever wonder how it's made? Meet local artists, craftspeople, engineers and creators who love sharing their knowledge and...
08/28/2026

Ever wonder how it's made? Meet local artists, craftspeople, engineers and creators who love sharing their knowledge and passion.

Watch live demonstrations, ask questions and discover everything from woodworking, pottery and glassblowing to coding, robotics and 3D printing. You might even find your next hobby.

Maker Fest is tomorrow, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Museum Mall outside the Children's Museum of Virginia. Free and open to all: https://brnw.ch/21x5hE2

Get creative at Art Lab! Explore different materials, techniques and ideas through hands-on artmaking every Wednesday at...
08/27/2026

Get creative at Art Lab! Explore different materials, techniques and ideas through hands-on artmaking every Wednesday at 10:30 AM and 1 PM at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center.

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x5fHO

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Maker Fest is packed with creative activities the whole family can enjoy ...
08/24/2026

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Maker Fest is packed with creative activities the whole family can enjoy together!

Watch live demonstrations, meet talented makers and let your kids explore everything from arts and crafts to robotics, engineering and more through hands-on experiences they'll remember.

Join us Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Museum Mall outside the Children's Museum of Virginia.

Free and open to all! Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x5aTJ

Maker Fest is back! Spend the day exploring interactive exhibits, watching live demonstrations and trying hands-on activ...
08/15/2026

Maker Fest is back! Spend the day exploring interactive exhibits, watching live demonstrations and trying hands-on activities with talented makers from across Hampton Roads. From pottery and glassblowing to robotics, woodworking and 3D printing, there's something to inspire every imagination.

Join us Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Museum Mall outside the Children's Museum of Virginia. Free and open to all!

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x4X4R

The votes are in! The winner of the Art on the Square People's Choice Award is Jazmine Beatty for her piece "Cloudkissed...
08/14/2026

The votes are in! The winner of the Art on the Square People's Choice Award is Jazmine Beatty for her piece "Cloudkissed Sistas." All 15 incredible banners are on display through October. Take a stroll, explore the exhibition and stay tuned for exciting updates from Jazmine soon!

Learn more about the artists: https://brnw.ch/21x4FRd

Ready for Color Craze: Anything But a Paint Brush? Join us this Saturday, August 15th from 11am-2pm for a day of unconve...
08/12/2026

Ready for Color Craze: Anything But a Paint Brush? Join us this Saturday, August 15th from 11am-2pm for a day of unconventional art-making! Think outside the box with sponges, stamps, and creative splatter techniques in our courtyard.

It's messy, it's fun, and there's not a paintbrush in sight!

Free for the whole family!

Explore our free exhibits while you're here:
🏛️ A Seat of Justice: The Courthouse That Shaped Portsmouth
🎨 Art on the Square

See you Saturday! Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21x4JQl

We're working on something very exciting with the New Journal and Guide and we need your help! If you have any informati...
08/07/2026

We're working on something very exciting with the New Journal and Guide and we need your help! If you have any information or physical objects related to John Q. Jordan, P. B. Young, Thomas W. Young, or Southall Bass III please reach out to our curatorial team at [email protected].

Color Craze: Anything But a Paint Brush is back this Saturday! 🎨 Forget traditional tools, this Saturday is all about cr...
08/06/2026

Color Craze: Anything But a Paint Brush is back this Saturday! 🎨 Forget traditional tools, this Saturday is all about creative experimentation! Join us August 8th from 11am-2pm in the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center courtyard. Use sponges, stamps, splatter techniques, and unconventional materials to create amazing art.

Free for all ages and fun for the whole family!

Explore our free exhibits while you're here:
🏛️ A Seat of Justice: The Courthouse That Shaped Portsmouth
🖼️ Art on the Square

See you Saturday! Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x4JQe

Game Night at the Museum is THIS WEEK 🧩 Join us August 7 from 5-8pm for an evening of fun after hours at Portsmouth Art ...
08/04/2026

Game Night at the Museum is THIS WEEK 🧩 Join us August 7 from 5-8pm for an evening of fun after hours at Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center 🎲 Bring your friends or make new ones while playing art-themed games. We'll have games available, but feel free to bring your favorite to share!

Free admission ☕ Coffee and snacks provided to keep you fueled for the night.

Perfect for a fun Friday night in Olde Towne! Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x4FVm

This summer, discover Art on the Square at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center, where original artwork from artists acr...
08/04/2026

This summer, discover Art on the Square at the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center, where original artwork from artists across the country is displayed as large-format outdoor banners throughout the courtyard. Take a stroll, explore the exhibition and discover your next favorite artist.

Learn more about the artists: https://brnw.ch/21x4FRd

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400 High Street
Portsmouth, VA
23704

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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