# Hampton History Museum

> Place to go for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Monday–Saturday 9 am–5 pm; Sunday 1–5 pm
- Where: Hampton History Museum, 120 Old Hampton Ln, Hampton, VA 23669
- Ages: All ages; children under 4 free
- Price: Adults $5; children 4-12 $4; seniors, active military and active NASA $4; children under 4 free; groups of 10+ $3
- Schedule: Monday–Saturday 9 am–5 pm; Sunday 1–5 pm
- Organizer: City of Hampton — Hampton History Museum
- Official page: https://www.hampton.gov/367/Visit
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

The City of Hampton's history museum, in downtown Hampton off Settlers Landing Road. It has a gift shop, and parking is free in the city garage on History Museum Way. The Visit page lists family-friendly admission with a reduced child rate (ages 4-12) and free entry for children under 4.

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