Friends of the Virginia Beach Historic Houses

Friends of the Virginia Beach Historic Houses The Friends provide support to enhance exhibits, programs and events for the historic houses owned and operated by the City of Virginia Beach.

The Friends of the Virginia Beach Historic Houses, Inc. is a volunteer civic organization of over 100 citizens in our city that is formally certified as a public charity under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Friends organization traces its origin to the combining of the three (3) independent Friends organizations for the Francis Land House, the Adam Thoroughgood House, and the

Lynnhaven House in March, 2011. Actually, many members of the current Friends organization trace their support to the predecessor organizations back in the mid-1980s with some members even having family relationships tracing back into the 19th Century. As a private, non-profit organization, members of the Friends are committed to preserving and showcasing Virginia Beach’s vital and critical heritage through our support of programs, exhibits, and events at these wonderful houses. It is with that commitment and sense of community spirit that the Friends of the Historic Houses works closely with city staff and with our fellow citizens on the Virginia Beach Historic Houses Foundation and the Historic Preservation Commission.

Both highly recommended!!!
08/23/2026

Both highly recommended!!!

Highly recommended!!!
08/18/2026

Highly recommended!!!

🌿This Thursday's Thoroughgood House Focus Tour is kind of a big dill!

At "Plantapalooza: Herbs, Fabrics, and Dyes, Oh My," come see the Thoroughgood House herb garden and learn about the many ways that plants were central to life in the colonial era.

Tours run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. this Thursday, Aug. 20, at the Thoroughgood House, 1636 Parish Rd. Get tickets at https://culture.virginiabeach.gov/2156/2251 or at the door.

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08/12/2026

With Virginia Beach History Museums – I'm on a streak! I've been a top fan for 3 months in a row. 🎉

Highly recommended!
08/12/2026

Highly recommended!

In colonial times, women’s societal power was limited, but they were essential to maintaining their families and communities around them.

Join us from 5:30 to 7 p.m. this Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Thoroughgood House for our HerStory Focus Tours, focusing on these tales, including Susannah Sanford Thoroughgood, Sarah Offley, and their connection to the Thoroughgood House, as well as stories of matriarchal Indigenous societies and the experiences of enslaved women at this time.

Register for HerStory Focus Tours at https://culture.virginiabeach.gov/2156/2250 or at the door.

For any friends who are interested!
08/12/2026

For any friends who are interested!

🌟Now hiring! 🌟

The Virginia Beach History Museums seek a part-time Guest & Program Services Assistant to work with program ticketing databases, customer relations, and other box office-type support.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Highly recommended! Sounds like a lot of fun for the family!
07/24/2026

Highly recommended! Sounds like a lot of fun for the family!

🛩Build your own P-51 Mustang flyer and learn about the flying warriors known as the Tuskegee Airmen, including their connections to Virginia Beach, at next Saturday's Free First Saturday Community Day at Francis Land House!

Event runs from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 1. Enjoy story time at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Activities are available while supplies last.

Register at https://culture.virginiabeach.gov/2149/2176 or at the door.

Highly recommended!
07/14/2026

Highly recommended!

The 18th century wasn’t all colonizing and revolution. It was also a time for great writers. Come learn about some of these authors and hear excerpts from their best works. Make your own “stained glass” bookmark and enjoy some 18th Century Mad Libs.

18th Century Literature Thoroughgood House Focus Tours run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. this Thursday, July 9. Purchase tickets at https://culture.virginiabeach.gov/2156/2246 or at the door.

07/14/2026

Highly recommended!

06/28/2026

Sounds like good family fun!

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