Step into history at The Hill House as we proudly welcome award-winning historian and author Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander for an unforgettable lecture celebrating our 200th anniversary!

Dr. Newby-Alexander — the Endowed Professor of Virginia Black History and Culture at Norfolk State University — will uncover the fascinating stories of skilled enslaved laborers whose craftsmanship shaped homes like the Hill House in the early 1800s.

Discover newly revealed connections between George Teamoh, Portsmouth’s trailblazing African American legislator, and John Thompson, the builder of the Hill House.

Come be part of this powerful journey through Portsmouth’s past — where history, resilience, and legacy come alive before your eyes!

Join us for this rare and inspiring event during our 200th Anniversary Celebration!

Dr. Newby-Alexander's lecture begins promptly at 1 PM in the gardens of the Hill House Museum in downtown Portsmouth- 221 North St.