Last updated: February 12, 2026
Hampton - The Story of America
Hampton National Historic Site preserves what remains of a once 25,000-acre enslavement plantation. For hundreds of years, enslaved people, indentured servants, tenant farmers, paid laborers, and the Ridgely family all made their own contributions to Hampton, creating a space where cruelty and decadence collide to provide a complex history of the United States.
Tour Information
Learn what tours and programs are happening. PLEASE BE AWARE the only way to go inside the mansion is on a tour, with tickets.
People of Hampton
Generations of diverse people lived, worked, and were enslaved at Hampton from the 1740s to the 1940s. Explore their stories.
Revealing the Lives of the Enslaved
A recent Ethnographic Study uncovered major information on the lives of those enslaved at Hampton and their descendants. Read about it here.
History & Culture
Hampton was once a 25,000-acre commercial, industrial, and agricultural plantation. Discover its history here.
For Kids
National parks make great classrooms! Kids of all ages and can delve into local and national history as they explore the park.
Things To Do
Whether you are interested in guided tours, or exploring the garden and grounds on your own, there are plenty of things to do at Hampton!
Legacy Restoration Fund Project
Click to learn more about the project, the park’s history, and how to plan your visit.
Photography Quick Guide
Learn more about still photography and filming at Hampton.
Get Involved!
Learn how to become a Hampton NHS Volunteer
Mansion Tours
The only way to go inside the mansion is on a tour, with tickets! Click to learn how to get tickets and the times for the tours.
Permits & Commercial Use
Depending on the size and complexity of the planned event, the park may require you obtain a special park use permit (SUP).