Summer At Hampton

Summer camp at Hampton 2024

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With the warmer weather, school out, longer days, nothing quite beats summer. School is out and vacation mode is in full swing, so it's time to take advantage of those longer days with a trip to Hampton! Whether you're seeking out the green space for some fresh air, or you're wanting to learn the history of Hampton and the surrounding area, here are a few things to consider before heading our way:

Summer Tours and Programs

Summer tours and programs are happening right now! Learn when and how to join a tour.

Summer Weather

Although temperatures can be a little cooler in the Park than in the surrounding area because of the green space, the weather can still get very hot and humid during the summer months. In order to stay safe and comfortable while out and about, it's important to plan ahead and bring plenty of drinking water, for you and your pets, whenever you plan on being outside in order to avoid dehydration. Keep in mind that the average person drinks one quart of water per hour while outside on a hot day. And don't forget the other items essential for beating the summer heat: sunblock, a hat, and sunglasses.

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Know where to go this summer

The National Park Service has begun a major preservation project, called the Legacy Restoration Fund Project, at Hampton National Historic Site, which preserves the core of a historic plantation in Towson, Maryland. During this project it is important to know where to go this summer.

 

Learn more about the ongoing project