In this virtual program we will compare historic photos to what the same area would look like in present day. Learn about the history of the before photos and the changes that lead up to the after photo.

Sea creatures big and small make the Chesapeake Bay home. Learn more about who makes up our under the sea ecosystem from the tiniest shrimp to the largest whales in this virtual program on Zoom with the Cape Henry Lighthouse Staff.

Standing since 1792, the Cape Henry Lighthouse has stood guard over the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay for many major wars. Examine primary sources describing British interactions during the War of 1812, reports of German U-Boats during World War II and hear the stories of all the wars in between. This program will highlight the lighthouse and its relationship with freedom. This virtual program will take place over Zoom.

Learn about the historic shipwrecks that plagued the Virginia coastline, including the Dictator, and how their presence is still being felt today in this virtual program designed just for kids!

The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront.

The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront.

The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront.

Learn little known history about the Virginia Beach area, including witches, pirates and military facts!  Learn about Fort Story, a prominent military base in Virginia Beach as they consider the history of the community.