newport-news.org Welcome! Ships, Welcome to Newport News, the Commonwealth’s 5th most populous city. It’s here that visitors are treated to the vitality of a metropolitan area coupled with the charm of a small town. You can experience ships, history, and the great outdoors during your stay in Newport News. If time permits, we encourage you to plan a side trip to our neighbors in Coastal Virginia. For a sample of what each city has to offer, turn to the back cover. Did you know Ella Fitzgerald was born in Newport The Mariners’ Museum News? If she were alive today, the songstress would be celebrating her 100th birthday in April. In tribute, we’re hosting a series of events that tell the story of her extraordinary life and legacy. See our Calendar of History, Events on Pages 9-12 for specific dates and locations. In 2017, we’ll also be commemorating the 100th anniversary of America’s entry into World War I, along with the 75th anniversary of World War II. History buffs interested in the two World Wars should check out our itinerary on Page 24. If beer and spirits are more to your liking, then read about our “Toast the Coast” trail on Page 16. Let our knowledgeable travel counselors help Endview Plantation plan your stay in Newport News by calling us at 888-493-7386. And don’t forget to share the photos from your visit using #LOVENN. the Great Newport News- Where Great Things are Happening Outdoors The Noland Trail Copyright©2017 – The 2017 Newport News Visitor Guide is published by VistaGraphics and the Newport News Tourism Development Office and is based on information provided to us. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information, but all information is subject to change. Reproduction of any material appearing within this publication is strictly prohibited without the express written consent of the publisher and/or the NNTDO. Inclusion in the 2017 Newport News Visitor Guide does not represent an endorsement by the NNTDO. The NNTDO is in no way liable for errors or omissions or for damages that might result from reliance on this information. 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 1/31/18, Good for up to 2 guests 362 Yorktown Road • 757-887-1862 Contents www.endview.org take a look inside Lee Hall Mansion $1 OFF REGULAR ADMISSION 4 Attractions 21 Expert Travel Advice Expires 1/31/18, Good for up to 2 guests 163 Yorktown Road • 757-888-3371 8 Performing Arts 22 Recreation & Outdoor Fun www.leehall.org The Mariners’ Museum and Park/ 9 2017 Calendar of Events 24 Newport News & USS Monitor Center the World Wars– $ 13 Shopping 1 OFF A Sample Itinerary REGULAR ADMISSION Expires 1/31/18, Good for up to 4 guests. Not valid 14 Insider Tips with other discounts, offers, or 3D films. 25 Accommodations 100 Museum Drive • 757-596-2222 • www.marinersmuseum.org 16 Toast the Coast 26 Newport News Map Newport News Visitor Center Gift Shop 17 Sip, Savor & “Sea”– A Sample Itinerary Back Cover 25% OFF Our Neighbors ANY PURCHASE OVER $20 (except ticket sales) Expires 1/31/18. Dining 13560 Jefferson Avenue • 757-886-7777 18 www.newport-news.org Peninsula Fine Arts Center $ 1 OFF REGULAR ADMISSION Expires 1/31/18, Good for up to 4 guests. 101 Museum Drive • 757-596-8175 www.pfac-va.org Denbigh Pier Peninsula SPCA and Petting Zoo 1 CHILD FREE WITH PAYING ADULT Closed Sundays. Expires 1/31/18, Good for up to 3 children & 3 adults. 523 J.Clyde Morris Boulevard • 757-595-1399 MAKE IT MOBILE! Follow us on… www.peninsulaspca.org Scan this Code. Use your smartphone to get there. Virginia Living Museum Auto-dial for information. $ #LOVENN 1 OFF PUBLISHED FOR: REGULAR ADMISSION Newport News Visitor Center Not valid with other offers, group tours or during 13560 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News Tourism Newport News, Virginia 23603 special events. Expires 1/31/18, Good for up to 4 guests. Development Office 757-886-7777 • Toll Free 888-493-7386 524 J.Clyde Morris Boulevard • 757-595-1900 A Division of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (fax) 757-886-7920 www.thevlm.org 700 Town Center Drive, Suite 320, Newport News, Virginia 23606 PUBLISHED BY: Virginia War Museum 757-926-1400 • Toll Free 888-493-7386 VistaGraphics, Inc. (fax) 757-926-1441 1264 Perimeter Parkway, Virginia Beach, $ www.newport-news.org Virginia 23454 • 757-422-8979 www.VistaGraphicsInc.com 1 OFF [email protected] REGULAR ADMISSION Expires 1/31/18, Good for up to 2 guests. 9285 Warwick Boulevard • 757-247-8523 www.warmuseum.org ATTRACTIONS not to miss while you’re in NEWPORT NEWS The only trouble you’ll have filling time in Newport News is picking an activity. The area’s attractions, architectural and historical landmarks, sporting opportunities and natural parks are exceptional enough to attract experts, but they’re available for everyone to enjoy. LEE HALL MANSION One of the last remaining antebellum homes on the Virginia Peninsula, Lee Hall offers visitors a step back to the mid-Victorian period. 163 Yorktown Road, Newport News, VA 23603 757-888-3371 • www.leehall.org ENDVIEW PLANTATION Completed in 1769, Endview Plantation has been JAMES A. FIELDS HOUSE restored to its 1862 appearance. The house was The restored home of James A. Fields (1844- occupied by Union troops 1903), an African-American teacher, lawyer during the Civil War. and member of the Virginia House of Delegates. In 1908, the house became the first Newport 362 Yorktown Road, News hospital for African Americans. Newport News, VA 23603 757-887-1862 617 27th Street, Newport News, VA 23607 www.endview.org 757-813-6014 • jamesafieldshouse.blogspot.com 4 Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN what to see & do PENINSULA FINE ARTS CENTER Discover the ever-changing world of art at the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, where diverse artwork and dynamic exhibitions are just part of the fun! 101 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 757-596-8175 THE MARINERS’ MUSEUM AND www.pfac-va.org PARK/USS MONITOR CENTER The Mariners’ Museum connects people to the world’s waterways through engaging experiences. The stories we share are your stories, your history. Find your connection! 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 757-596-2222 or 800-581-7245 www.marinersmuseum.org SPECIAL INTEREST For specific details about the city’s outdoor art or Civil War history, visit THE NEWSOME HOUSE www.newport-news.org MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER The restored 1899 residence of J. Thomas Newsome, 2017 ATTRACTION a respected attorney, journalist and civic leader VALUE COUPONS who prospered as part of the post-Civil War FOUND ON PAGE 3 South’s new urban African-American middle class. 2803 Oak Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607 FIND ATTRACTIONS 757-247-2360 • www.newsomehouse.org AT-A-GLANCE ON PAGE 7 Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN 5 ATTRACTIONS CONTINUED VIRGINIA LIVING MUSEUM Just one visit here brings you in contact with more habitats, wildlife and plant species than would be encountered in a lifetime of outdoor adventures in Virginia! 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601 PENINSULA SPCA & PETTING ZOO 757-595-1900 • www.thevlm.org Bring the kids and don’t forget your camera! The Petting Zoo has chickens, rabbits, goats and even a llama! What an irresistible opportunity for great pictures. 523 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601 757-595-1399 • www.peninsulaspca.org U.S. ARMY TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM VIRGINIA WAR MUSEUM The story of the Army’s Transportation Corps – from At the Virginia War Museum, artifacts, weapons, horse-drawn wagons to all-terrain, armored vehicles – is vehicles, uniforms and posters trace the development of told here. Includes experimental craft like a “flying jeep.” the US military from 1775 to the present. 300 Washington Blvd., Ft. Eustis 9285 Warwick Blvd. in Huntington Park, Newport News, VA 23604 • 757-878-1115 Newport News, VA 23607 www.transchool.lee.army.mil/Museum/ 757-247-8523 • www.warmuseum.org Transportation%20Museum/museum.htm 6 Toll Free 888-493-7386 • www.newport-news.org • #LOVENN what to see & do ATTRACTIONS AT-A-GLANCE 2017 ATTRACTION Guided Tours Evening Programs Café Free Parking Wheelchair Accessible VALUE COUPONS Gift Shop Special Events Facebook FOUND ON PAGE 3 Discount tickets available for seniors, military or AAA members Attraction Phone/Website Admission Attraction Phone/Website Admission Peninsula Fine $7.50 adults Endview Plantation $8 adults $6 students, seniors, 362 Yorktown Road 757-887-1862 $7 seniors Arts Center 757-596-8175 & active duty Newport News, VA 23603 www.endview.org $6 children (7-18) 101 Museum Drive www.pfac-va.org military (Exit 247 from I-64) Under 7 FREE Newport News, VA 23606 $4 children (6-12) (Exit 258A from I-64) Under 6 FREE 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. HOURS & AMENITIES: Jan. 1 to March 31: Open Thu-Sat, 10 am to 4 pm; Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm. Closed major holidays. Open Tue-Sat, 10 am to 5 pm; Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm. Ticket valid for 7 days. FREE admission first (partially) full weekend of each month. Closed Mondays, major holidays and during exhibit changes. Suggested James A. Fields House 757-813-6014 donation: 617 27th Street $3 adults Peninsula SPCA www.jamesafields 757-595-1399 Newport News, VA 23607 $2 children (13-17), & Petting Zoo $2 per person house.blogspot.com www.peninsula (Exit 6 from I-664) seniors and military 523 J.