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  • BEYOND THE FRAME: A Pilot’s Purpose

    • Art
    • Beyond the Frame
    • Collections
    • Cultural Heritage

    We're familiar with aircraft pilots, but did you know that ships have pilots too? In this special episode of Beyond the Frame, we take a peek into the career of ship pilots as told through Former Maryland Pilot and Artist Captain Brian Hope's work, Boarding a Liberty ship - 1947.

  • Dutch Treat: The Alkmaar Cheese Market

    • Collections
    • Cultural Heritage
    • Photography

    The Alkmaar Cheese Market has been a tradition for centuries. With fantastic festivities, cheese tastings, and the famous cheese weighing, the Alkmaar Cheese Market welcomes generations of families and newcomers alike to explore the community's traditions.

  • Fulton Fish Market: A New York City maritime landmark

    • Collections
    • Cultural Heritage

    Opening in 1807, the Fulton Fish Market remained a staple for Brooklynites until its move to the Bronx in 2005. The history of the Fulton Fish Market showcases how our shared maritime heritage can unite and build communities.

  • SOLD OUT: The Mariners’ Sips & Trips

    Saturday, June 24, 2023 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

    Embark on an epic adventure to ports around the world!

    The Bronze Door Society

  • Celebrating Women’s History Through Needle and Thread

    Saturday, March 18, 2023 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

    Join us for a special program as we celebrate Women’s History Month to recognize women’s contributions to history, culture and society.

  • The Lost Story of the Marcus Garvey Movement in Newport News

    • Black History
    • Cultural Heritage
    • Hampton Roads History

    Who was Marcus Garvey? Learn more about his significance not only to Black history and the world, but specifically to Newport News.

  • Empire of Ice and Stone

    Thursday, April 20, 2023 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

    Get ready for a suspenseful evening filled with thrills and chills when Buddy Levy returns to The Mariners’ to share the last great voyage of the Heroic Age of Discovery in his latest Arctic epic, Empire of Ice and Stone.

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  • Last Chance: A nightclub that brought relief to thousands

    • Collections
    • Cultural Heritage
    • Military
    • Photography

    Whether they were about to embark overseas or returning home, Last Chance nightclub was there to welcome WWII soldiers stopping by Camp Patrick Henry in Newport News for a night of fun and excitement.

  • In the Spotlight: Illuminating a Trio of African American Figures

    Saturday, February 4, 2023 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    Join us as we shed light on these historical figures to learn about their contributions and unique roles in our maritime history.

  • Africa’s Kingdoms and Maritime Cultures: Ancient Mali

    Saturday, February 18, 2023 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

    Celebrate Black History Month with us at The Mariners’, and learn the history of Mali and why its influence from all aspects of life continues to resonate today in the 21st century!

    Wisteria Perry

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