| TOWER CAM |
(Year-Round) TOWER CAM, the museum’s interactive exhibit, allows visitors the same view of the ocean and beach that the Surfmen had from the tower. A touch screen computer system, video monitor and video camera mounted on the Station’s tower let visitors identify the many vessels that visit the port of Hampton Roads. Museum Upper Gallery. See it LIVE on the INTERNET! Go to oldcoastguardstation.com and click on “TowerCAM.” |
| STORY TIME WITH CAPTAIN FISHBONES! |
(Year-Round) Join Captain Fishbones for a storybook reading, activities and fun! For ages 3-9, must be accompanied by an adult. Program included in regular museum admission. Held on selected Wednesdays of every month from September through May. Held on every Wednesday during June, July and August. 11:00 a.m. Please call to confirm time and date. Reservations appreciated. Contact the museum Program Director at 757-422-1587 or
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| A DAY AT THE BEACH |
November 17, 2009 - January 17, 2010 Vintage photographic images of families enjoying the beach during the late 1800s up to 1960. Includes a 3-D display, “Beachcombing Treasures.” Museum Lower Gallery. |
| African-Americans in the Coast Guard |
January 19 – February 28, 2010 A pictorial exhibit honoring the history of the lives and service of African- Americans in the United States Coast Guard with selected showings of the film “The Voice of Gladdened Hearts.” Produced by the US Coast Guard and narrated by James Earl Jones, the film takes a look at the all-black crew of Pea Island Life-Saving Station on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Call (757) 422-1587 for more information and show times. |
| Dames At Sea 3 |
March 2 – April 18, 2010
An exhibit featuring original artwork with maritime themes by Virginia Beach female artists. Dames At Sea 3 is curated in conjunction with MINDS WIDE OPEN: Virginia Celebrates Women in Arts. All art is available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds to benefit the Old Coast Guard Station.
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| | Women in the Coast Guard |
April 20 – June 29 Whether in a supporting role or blazing new trails, women have always played an important role in the history of the Coast Guard and its predecessors. Highlights include famous female lighthouse keepers and the SPAR’s of WWII. |
| | SPRING BOOK SALE |
Saturday May 1, 2010 10:00 am - 4pm on the Museum grounds Sale of gently used soft and hardcover books, CDs and DVDs to benefit the Old Coast Guard Station general operations. All books one low price. Come by and pick up a good summer read! If you have books to donate, please call 422-1587 for pick up! |
| Family Fun Day |
June 19 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Featuring Songs & Tales of the Sea with Bob Zentz
Funded in part by the citizens of Virginia Beach through a grant from City of Virginia Beach Arts and Humanities Commission. |
| Surf’s Up! |
July 1 – September 6 In 1912 the first surfer hit the waves off Virginia Beach. Ever since, Virginia Beach has been a major site in East Coast surfing. This collection of photographs and other memorabilia chronicles that history. Highlights include local surfing legends, surf shops, the making of a surfboard, and competitions. |
| The Legendary Lynnhaven Oyster |
September 8 – October 31 “The ‘best oysters in the world’ are caught in the Lynnhaven River.” (Harrison Burton, Norfolk Virginian, 1877.) In the past 100 years, the population of the native Virginia oyster has fallen dramatically, due to over-harvesting, disease and poor water quality. This exhibit, made possible by a partnership between the Old Coast Guard Station and Lynnhaven River NOW, looks at the history and restoration of this legendary species. |
| ANNUAL PIG & OYSTER FEST |
Saturday, October 2, 2010 Join us at the 24th Street Park for the best beach party of the year! Saturday October 2, from 1-5 pm. Tickets go on sale September 1, 2010. Call 422-1587 for more information.   
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| | From Sea to Shinning Sea |
November 2, 2010 – January 4, 2011 In 1807, the Coast Survey was charged by Thomas Jefferson to provide a “complete and accurate chart of every part of the coasts” of the United States. On display are twenty posters produced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, which explore the Coast Survey’s history, accomplishments, and scientific contributions. Richly illustrated with photos, charts, and artwork held in the Survey’s archives. |
| Holiday Affair |
Sunday, November 7, 2010 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Norfolk Botanical Gardens, Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk VA
Join the Museum Stores of Hampton Roads for our gala Christmas Sale! 10% off for all members. |
| ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SALE AND OPEN HOUSE |
Saturday, December 4, 2010 10:00 am - 5:00 p.m.
Support the Old Coast Guard Station and find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! 20% off on all items (except consignment and books). Refreshments and music of the Holiday Season. Local authors book signing 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
