The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center

2803 Oak Avenue
Newport News, Virginia 23607

(757) 247-2360 (Main)

(757) 928-6754 (Fax)
www.newsomehouse.org
 

January – March
Hours:  Mon, Thurs-Sat   10am - 4pm

                   Sun  1pm - 5:pm

April- December
Hours:  Mon, Wed-Sat   10am - 4pm

                     Sun  1pm - 5:pm

Closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
 

Admission: Free & Open to the Public * Hours and Rates subject to change
 

** Children must be accompanied by an adult
 

Joseph Thomas Newsome received his law degree from Harvard University and moved to Newport News after getting married to the former Mary Beatrice Winfield. Their home served as the hub of the local black community. From their home, the Newsome's led the fight for social justice for African Americans in Southeastern Virginia. He was a premier black attorney in Southeast Virginia. He was a editor for The Newport News Star, a weekly black newspaper, and a prominent church leader.
So come see our prestigious institution and learn more about this dedicated leader in the heart of Newport News!
Features: Special program for groups of 10 or more
Archives available by appointment
Changing exhibit gallery
Educational programs on a variety of African American topics
Special and Seasonal events and so much more