2019 VISITOR GUIDE Ships, History AND THE Great Outdoors OVER 30 PARKS • HISTORIC HOMES • SHOPPING • MUSEUMS • TOAST THE COAST NNVG19_COVER.indd 3 12/6/18 3:31 PM newport-news.org NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA Rich In History Bounded by the waters of the James River No one knows for sure where Newport and the Hampton Roads harbor, Newport News News got its name. Legend has it that our city is a city rich in history with a variety of things to is the namesake of Capt. Christopher Newport, see and do. From our central location—minutes commander of the Susan Constant, one of three to Williamsburg and a short drive to Virginia ships that landed on Jamestown Island in 1607. Beach—you can get close to ships, history In the early days of Jamestown, Capt. Newport Band the great outdoors—all in one fascinating made several voyages to Newport News, vacation destination. bringing supplies, settlers, and news. By 1619, the As the 5th most populous city in Virginia, city was being called “Newport’s News,” and later Newport News has a little more than 180,000 it was shortened to “Newport News.” VITAL STATISTICS residents and is approximately 120 square miles World-class attractions, trendy restaurants, Population 180,719 (2010 U.S. Census) in size (including water and land). The city’s and unique shopping opportunities are just a few Land Area location in southeastern Virginia means we’re of the many reasons to visit our city. And when 68.71 square miles less than 400 miles from many major U.S. cities, you do, don’t forget to share the photos including New York City, Philadelphia, and from your visit by using the hashtag: Washington, D.C. Copyright©2019 – The 2019 Newport News Visitor Guide is published by VistaGraphics and Newport News Tourism and is based on information provided to us. 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All photography used is with permission. 2 Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN SAVE ON THESE FEATURED ATTRACTIONS Endview Plantation $1 OFF REGULAR ADMISSION Expires 1/31/20, Good for up to 2 guests 362 Yorktown Road • 757-887-1862 www.endview.org Lee Hall Mansion $1 OFF REGULAR ADMISSION Expires 1/31/20, Good for up to 2 guests 163 Yorktown Road • 757-888-3371 www.leehall.org Lions Bridge Contents The Mariners’ Museum Gift Shop % 4 Attractions 22 Top Things To Do 15 OFF (Except Alcohol & Sale items) Expires 1/31/20. 100 Museum Drive • 757-596-2222 8 Performing Arts 23 Coming Up In 2019 www.marinersmuseum.org 9 2019 Calendar of Events 24 Recreation/ Newport News Visitor Outdoor Fun Center Gift Shop 13 Shopping 25% OFF ANY PURCHASE OVER $20 25 Rainy Day Fun (except ticket sales) Expires 1/31/20. 14 Toast the Coast 13560 Jefferson Avenue • 757-886-7777 www.newport-news.org 26 Newport News Map 16 Dining Peninsula Fine Arts Center $ Back Cover Our Neighbors 1 OFF 20 Accommodations REGULAR ADMISSION Expires 1/31/20, Good for up to 4 guests. 101 Museum Drive • 757-596-8175 21 Travel Advice www.pfac-va.org Peninsula SPCA and Barnyard 1 CHILD FREE WITH PAYING ADULT Expires 1/31/20, Good for up to 3 children & 3 adults. 523 J.Clyde Morris Boulevard • 757-595-1399 www.peninsulaspca.org MAKE IT MOBILE! Follow us on… Virginia Living Museum Scan this Code. Use your smartphone to get there. $ Auto-dial for information. 1 OFF REGULAR ADMISSION Not valid with other offers, group tours or during special PUBLISHED FOR: Newport News Visitor Center events. Expires 1/31/20, Good for up to 4 guests. 13560 Jefferson Avenue, 524 J.Clyde Morris Boulevard • 757-595-1900 Newport News Tourism Newport News, Virginia 23603 www.thevlm.org A Division of Parks, Recreation & Tourism 757-886-7777 • Toll Free 888-493-7386 702 Town Center Drive, (fax) 757-886-7920 Newport News, Virginia 23606 Virginia War Museum 757-926-1400 • Toll Free 888-493-7386 PUBLISHED BY: (fax) 757-926-1441 VistaGraphics, Inc. $ www.newport-news.org 1264 Perimeter Parkway, Virginia Beach, 1 OFF [email protected] Virginia 23454 • 757-422-8979 REGULAR ADMISSION www.VistaGraphicsInc.com Expires 1/31/20, Good for up to 2 guests. 9285 Warwick Boulevard • 757-247-8523 www.warmuseum.org newport-news.org Attractions Not to Miss While In Newport News Lee Hall Mansion Endview Plantation The only trouble you’ll have filling ENDVIEW PLANTATION time in Newport News is picking Completed in 1769, Endview was home to Dr. Humphrey Harwood Curtis an activity. The area’s attractions, and his wife in the years before, during, and after the Civil War. The house architectural and historical landmarks, was also occupied by troops during the Peninsula Campaign. sporting opportunities, and natural 362 Yorktown Road, Newport News, VA 23603 parks are exceptional enough to 757-887-1862 I www.endview.org Tattract experts, but they’re available HOURS & AMENITIES: for everyone to enjoy. April 1 to Dec. 31: Open Mon, Thu-Fri, 10 am to 4 pm; Sat 10 am to 5 pm; Sun, 12 pm to 5 pm. Jan. 1 to March 31: Open Thu-Sat, 10 am to 4 pm; Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm. Closed major holidays. ADMISSION: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 children (7-18), Under 7 FREE At-A-Glance Key Guided Tours Free Parking LEE HALL MANSION Special Events Built in 1859 for prominent agriculturist Richard Lee and his family, the Evening Programs home was used as military headquarters during the Civil War. An exhibition Gift Shop on the Civil War Peninsula Campaign is also on view. Café 163 Yorktown Road, Newport News, VA 23603 Wheelchair Accessible 757-888-3371 I www.leehall.org Facebook HOURS & AMENITIES: Discount tickets available for seniors, military or AAA members April 1 to Dec. 31: Open Mon, Thu-Fri, 10 am to 4 pm; Sat 10 am to 5 pm; Sun, 12 pm to 5 pm. Jan. 1 to March 31: Open Thu-Sat, 10 am to 4 pm; Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm. Closed major holidays. ADMISSION: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 children (7-18), Under 7 FREE 4 Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN what to see & do The Mariners’ Museum and Park THE MARINERS’ MUSEUM AND PARK/USS MONITOR CENTER The Mariners’ Museum and Park connects people to the world’s waters because that is how we are connected to one another! The Mariners’ Museum and Park is here to tell your story. We are your museum. 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 757-596-2222 I www.marinersmuseum.org HOURS & AMENITIES: Memorial Day–Labor Day: 9 am to 5 pm daily. Otherwise, open Mon-Sat, 9 am to 5 pm; Sun, 11 am to 5 pm. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. ADMISSION: $1 per person, 3 years and under FREE, add’l charge for James A. Fields House 3D movies JAMES A. FIELDS HOUSE HOURS & AMENITIES: Open by appointment. Call 757-813-6014 The restored home of James A. Fields (1844-1903), for details. an African-American teacher, lawyer, and member SUGGESTED DONATION: of the Virginia House of Delegates. In 1908, the $3 adults, $2 seniors, children (13-17) and 2019 house became the first Newport News hospital for military, Under 13 FREE ATTRACTION African Americans. VALUE COUPONS 617 27th Street, Newport News, VA 23607 FOUND ON 757-813-6014 PAGE 3 jamesafieldshouse.blogspot.com >>> James A. Field House Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN 5 newport-news.org Attractionscontinued Peninsula SPCA & Peninsula Fine Arts Center Barnyard PENINSULA FINE ARTS CENTER THE NEWSOME HOUSE Discover the ever-changing world of art at the MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER Peninsula Fine Arts Center, where diverse artwork The restored 1899 residence of J. Thomas Newsome, a and dynamic exhibitions are just part of the fun! respected attorney, journalist, and civic leader who prospered as 101 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 part of the post-Civil War South’s new urban African-American middle class. 757-596-8175 I www.pfac-va.org HOURS & AMENITIES: 2803 Oak Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607 Open Tue-Sat, 10 am to 5 pm; Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm. Ticket valid for 7 757-247-2360 I www.newsomehouse.org days. FREE admission first full weekend of HOURS & AMENITIES: each month. Closed Mondays, major holidays Open Thu-Sat, 10 am to 5 pm. Closed Sun and major holidays. and during exhibit changes. Open by appointment Mon-Wed. ADMISSION: SUGGESTED DONATION: $7.50 adults, $6 students, seniors $2 donation and active duty military, $4 children (6-12), Under 6 FREE PENINSULA SPCA AND BARNYARD Bring the kids and don’t forget your camera! The SPCA has chickens, rabbits, goats, and even a walk-in aviary where you can feed budgies. What an irresistible opportunity for great pictures. 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601 757-595-1399 I www.peninsulaspca.org HOURS & AMENITIES: Seasonal. Call for hours. ADMISSION: $3 per person, 2 years and under FREE Newsome House 6 Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN what to see & do For specific details about the city’s outdoor art or Civil War history, visit our website! Virginia Living Museum www.newport-news.org VIRGINIA WAR MUSEUM U.S.