Hampton Uncovered: A Story of Wealth, Labor, and Resistance

Hampton National Historic Site may look like a grand estate frozen in time, but its history tells a far more complicated story—one of power, labor, and resistance. Built on the backs of enslaved workers, this once-mighty mansion now stands as a reminder of an America that profited from oppression. But with preservation funding under attack, how much longer will sites like this survive? Step inside Hampton’s layered history, see what’s being forgotten, and grab a shot list to document your own visit.