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   Hampton (/ ˈhæmptən /) is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. The population was 137,148 as of the 2020 census, making it the seventh-most populous city in Virginia. [ 7 ] Hampton is included in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, the 37th-largest in the United States, with a total population of ...

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3. www.worldatlas.com › cities › hampton-virginiaHampton, Virginia - WorldAtlas

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   Apr 28, 2022 · Hampton is situated in southeastern Virginia, covering a total area of 352.95 sq. km, of which 219.67 sq. km is covered by water - representing 62.3% of the whole area, while 133.28 sq. km is occupied by land. The city of Hampton lies along the Chesapeake Bay, bordering Newport News, York, and Poquoson from the north and the northwest, and ...

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4. www.tripsavvy.com › what-to-do-in-hampton-virginiaThe Top 11 Things to Do in Hampton, Virginia - TripSavvy

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   • Explore the Virginia Air and Space Center. This museum is the official visitor center for NASA Langley Research Center and home to more than 100 historic aeronautic and space exploration exhibits.
   • Visit the Hampton History Museum. The Hampton History Museum chronicles life in America through the story of this city from early Native American culture to man’s reach into space.
   • Take a Swim at Buckroe Beach. Located along the Chesapeake Bay, just north of Downtown Hampton, the expansive beach offers an ideal place for a day of fun in the sun.
   • Attend an Event at the Hampton Coliseum. This cool architectural structure hosts a variety of events throughout the year including concerts, family events such as Ringling Circus and Disney on Ice, sporting events such as Monster Jam, World Championship ICE Racing, WWE and much more.

5. www.britannica.com › place › Hampton-VirginiaHampton | History, Attractions & Demographics | Britannica

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   St. John’s Church was established in 1610; the present structure, dating from 1728, has been restored. Hampton, named in the late 1600s for Henry Wriothesley, 3rd earl of Southampton, was organized as a town in 1705. It grew as a seaport, being surpassed later by Norfolk. Attacked by pirates (notably Blackbeard) in the early 1700s, and again ...

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6. www.travelawaits.com › 24893138 Reasons To Put Hampton, Virginia On Your Bucket List

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   • It’s Steeped In History. The city of Hampton was founded in 1610 and is a true city of firsts. It was America’s first English-speaking settlement, the first place in the United States to offer free public education, and the location where NASA’s first astronauts trained.
   • It’s Home To The Virginia Air & Space Center. The Virginia Air & Space Center is the official visitor center of the NASA Langley Research Center. Visitors can explore more than 100 hands-on exhibits, including the Be An Astronaut exhibit, with its space mission simulations, and the Inflatable Lunar Habitat exhibit, where you can imagine life in a futuristic space colony.
   • Its Old Fort Is Free To Visit. Fort Monroe — named for James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States — took 15 years to build, starting in 1819.
   • Its Phoebus Neighborhood Is Charming. In Hampton, you can experience the charming neighborhood of Phoebus, known for its architecture, art, shopping, and unique dining options.

7. visithampton.comHomepage - Visit Hampton, VA

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   Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau | 1919 Commerce Drive, Suite 290 | Hampton, VA 23666 Hampton Visitor Center | 120 Old Hampton Lane | Hampton, VA 23669 | 800.800.2202 | 757.727.1102 X

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   Founded in 1610, Hampton is a city of firsts — the first continuous English-speaking settlement was established here, America's first free public education was offered here, and NASA trained its first astronauts here in Hampton. Hampton’s unique setting at the confluence of the Chesapeake Bay and the James River has positioned it at the ...

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   Where is Hampton Virginia located?

   • Hampton is a large independent city situated in the US State of Virginia , spreading over 352.95 sq. km, on the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. Hampton is one of the seven chief cities that make up the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Area, blessed with several miles of shoreline and breathtaking water views.

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   When did Hampton become a city?

   • It became part of Elizabeth City (later reorganized as Elizabeth City county) in 1620. St. John’s Church was established in 1610; the present structure, dating from 1728, has been restored. Hampton, named in the late 1600s for Henry Wriothesley, 3rd earl of Southampton, was organized as a town in 1705.

   Hampton | History, Attractions & Demographics | Britannica

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   How many people live in Hampton VA?

   • Hampton is nowadays populated by 137,148 residents, with 95.30% of them born in the United States, of which 50.54% were born in Virginia. Around 1.68 of those residents are not U.S. citizens. The majority of those not born in the United States are from Asia.

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   Why is Hampton a city of firsts?

   • Founded in 1610, Hampton is a city of firsts — the first continuous English-speaking settlement was established here, America's first free public education was offered here, and NASA trained its first astronauts here in Hampton.

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   How big is Hampton VA?

   • According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 136 square miles (350 km 2), of which 51 square miles (130 km 2) is land and 85 square miles (220 km 2) (62.3%) is water. [ 23 ] Hampton has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen: Cfa) [ 24 ] characteristic of the Southeast United States.

   Hampton, Virginia - Wikipedia

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   Is Hampton a big city?

   • Hampton is one of the seven chief cities that make up the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Area, blessed with several miles of shoreline and breathtaking water views. Being one of the region's fastest-growing cities, Hampton is considered the nation's 204th most populous city and the state's 7th most populous city.

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