Hampton University

Hampton University (HU) is a private historically black university in Hampton, Virginia. It was founded in 1868 by black and white leaders of the American Missionary Association after the American Civil War to provide education to freedmen. It is home to the Hampton University Museum, which is the oldest museum of the African diaspora in the United States, and the oldest museum in the state of Virginia.In 1878, it established a program for teaching Native Americans that lasted until 1923.
Hampton University (HU) is a private historically black university in Hampton, Virginia. It was founded in 1868 by black and white leaders of the American Missionary Association after the American Civil War to provide education to freedmen. It is home to the Hampton University Museum, which is the oldest museum of the African diaspora in the United States, and the oldest museum in the state of Virginia.In 1878, it established a program for teaching Native Americans that lasted until 1923.

Popular places to visit

Booker T. Washington Memorial Garden & Statue

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Booker T. Washington Memorial Garden & Statue in Hampton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Booker T. Washington Memorial Garden & Statue

Armstrong Stadium

Catch an event at Armstrong Stadium during your trip to Hampton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Armstrong Stadium

John Biggers Murals

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John Biggers Murals

Hampton Convocation Center

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Hampton Convocation Center

Hampton University Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Hampton University Museum in Hampton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Hampton University Museum

Emancipation Oak Tree

Find out about the history of Hampton when you spend time at Emancipation Oak Tree. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Emancipation Oak Tree

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