On October 26, 2016 Billy Earnest, portraying as Queen Victoria, greeted guests at the Museum. She showcased her mourning artifacts and spoke about her life during her reign in England.
25 Hidden Gems in Coastal Virginia.....
http://www.coastalvirginiamag.com/April-2016/25-Hidden-Gems-in-Coastal-Virginia/
Feel like you’ve seen everything Coastal Virginia has to offer? Chances are there’s a few places you’ve missed. Look a little closer, and you’ll find a whole world of hidden happenings, little-known activities, secret gardens, unexposed stores and under-the-radar eats just waiting to be discovered. We’re not guaranteeing that all items on this list will be completely mysterious to you, but we’ve certainly had a fun time discovering (and in some cases rediscovering) these 25 treasures. CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE AND SEE THE HILL HOUSE FEATURED IN COASTAL VIRGINIA MAGAZINE.
Mother's Day Tea in the Garden
On May 8, 2016 the Hill House Museum hosted Tea in the Garden. Forty guests enjoyed tea, scones, and many savory treats while in the museum's garden. A toast was given in honor of all the moms attending the tea. Again, many military volunteers helped serve, set-up, and greet guests ....Thanks!!
On Saturday, April 30, 2016 a group of Military volunteers and Hill House members helped work in the gardens. With their help Spring has "sprung" and the gardens look amazing!
Volunteer Appreciation Tea
On Saturday, March 12, 2016 the Portsmouth Historical Association had a Tea honoring all of the volunteers who have worked in the past and in the present. Send an email if you would like to volunteer.
Holiday Tea in Parlors
On Saturday, December 12, 2015 the Hill House Museum hosted our annual Christmas Tea. The event was sold out, and a great time was had by all who attended the Tea. The museum was decorated for the holiday and it is our wish everyone has a wonderful holiday season, and a Happy New Year.
Merrill Lynch hosts an appreciation event at HHM
On December 3rd Merrill Lynch hosted a private event at the Hill House Museum. The event was in honor of all its customers. The Museum was decorated for the holidays, and catered by 50 Below Catering Company. If you are interested in hosting an event at HHM please send an email (found on our website).
VCU History Club visits the Hill House Museum
Eight VCU students from the history club visited the Hill House on Saturday, November 14, 2015.
They had a wonderful visit, and the spirit of the Hill family continues to live on and appreciated by all.
Archiving at HHM
On Sunday, October 25, 2015, Gregg Grunow provided an archival training at the Hill House Museum. Gregg works for the Portsmouth Public Libraries and gave great information on how to properly archive the many historical documents. Also, he has jumpstarted this process by giving many hours already to this important process. Many thanks Gregg!!!
Flowers are in bloom.....
Portsmouth Historical Association would like to thank Bill Ficenec and Bob Derr for their recent generous donation and time for creating the flower arrangements found throughout the Museum. These beautiful arrangements give the Museum new life showing off the Hill sisters love for horticulture. It is a pleasant site to see some of the Hill family vases adorned again with such beautiful flowers.