Newport News

Extracted Attributes

• Type

  Independent City

• Region

  Hampton Roads

• Location

  Southeastern Virginia, United States

• Coordinates

  36.9775016 N, -76.4297700 W

• Major Industries

  Military, Shipbuilding, Boating, Rail/Sea Transport

• Official Website

  https://www.nnva.gov/

• Population (2020)

  186,247

• Geographic Feature

  Virginia Peninsula

• Key Infrastructure

  Newport News Shipbuilding, Joint Base Langley–Eustis, Newport News Marine Terminals, Interstate 64, Hampton Roads Beltway, Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport

• Population Rank (Virginia)

  5th most populous city

• Population Rank (United States)

  140th most populous city

Timeline

• The area now known as Newport News was part of Warwick County, one of the eight original shires of Virginia. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1634

• Rapid development began under Collis P. Huntington, who extended the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway and established a large shipyard. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1881

• Newport News was incorporated as a town. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1896

• Newport News consolidated with Warwick by mutual consent through a referendum. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1958

• Population recorded as 186,247 during the census. (Source: Wikipedia)

  2020

Newport News, Virginia

Newport News () is an independent city in southeastern Virginia, United States. At the 2020 census, the population was 186,247. Located in the Hampton Roads region, it is the fifth-most populous city in Virginia and 140th-most populous city in the United States. The city is at the southeastern end of the Virginia Peninsula, on the northern shore of the James River to the river's mouth on the harbor of Hampton Roads. Most of the area now known as Newport News was once a part of Warwick County, one of the eight original shires of Virginia formed in the British Colony of Virginia by order of Charles I of England in 1634. Newport News was a rural area of plantations and a small fishing village until after the American Civil War. In 1881, fifteen years of rapid development began under the leadership of Collis P. Huntington, whose new Peninsula Extension of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway opened up means of transportation for the railroad to bring West Virginia bituminous coal to port for coastal shipping. Within a few years, Huntington and his associates also built a large shipyard. Newport News was incorporated in 1896, the new incorporated town. In 1958, by mutual consent by referendum, Newport News was consolidated with Warwick, rejoining the two localities to approximately their pre-1896 geographic size under the more widely-known name of Newport News. With many residents employed at the expansive Newport News Shipbuilding, the joint U.S. Air Force–Army installation at Joint Base Langley–Eustis, and other military bases and suppliers, the city's economy is very connected to the military. The location on the harbor and along the James River facilitates a large boating industry which can take advantage of its many miles of waterfront. Newport News also serves as a junction between the rails and the sea with the Newport News Marine Terminals located at the East End of the city. Served by major east–west Interstate Highway 64, it is linked to other cities of Hampton Roads by the circumferential Hampton Roads Beltway, which crosses the harbor on two bridge-tunnels. Part of the Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport is in the city limits.

Web Search Results

• Newport News, Virginia - Wikipedia

  Newport News (/ˌnuːpɔːrt -, -pərt -/) is an independent city "Independent city (United States)") in southeastern Virginia, United States. At the 2020 census, the population was 186,247. Located in the Hampton Roads region, it is the fifth-most populous city in Virginia and 140th-most populous city in the United States. The city is at the southeastern end of the Virginia Peninsula, on the northern shore of the James River "James River (Virginia)") to the river's mouth on the harbor of Hampton [...] Newport News is an independent city "Independent city (United States)") with services that counties and cities in Virginia provide, such as courts and social services. Newport News has both a police department and a city sheriff's department. [...] Newport News was a rural area of plantations and a small fishing village until after the American Civil War. The area that formed the present-day southern end of Newport News had long been established as an unincorporated town. After Reconstruction (the period after the American Civil War) the new City of Newport News was essentially founded by California merchant Collis P. Huntington. Huntington, one of the Big Four "Big Four (Central Pacific Railroad)") associated with the Central Pacific

• Newport News - Virginia is for Lovers

  Bounded by the waters of the James River and the Hampton Roads harbor, Newport News is a city rich in history with a wide variety of things to see and do year-round. From our central location in Coastal Virginia, minutes from Williamsburg and a short drive to Virginia Beach, visitors can discover ships, history and the great outdoors, all in one fascinating vacation destination. [...] Newport News’ great location and rich history, which begins shortly after the founding of Jamestown, has shaped the city into what it is today. Located on the banks of the Hampton Roads harbor in southeastern Virginia, Newport News is minutes from Williamsburg and a short drive to Virginia Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. From this central Coastal Virginia location, you can experience ships, history and the great outdoors. [...] relax and enjoy one of our many scenic parks filled with every activity imaginable from hiking, camping, fishing, canoeing, golf and more to fun-filled attractions that let you get up close and personal with nature and Virginia's wildlife. Newport News is also home to Fort Eustis and Christopher Newport University.

• Newport News, VA - Official Website | Official Website

  Image 28: X formerly known as Twitter Image 29: Instagram Image 30: YouTube Image 31: Linkedin 1. Image 32: Newport News Home 1. 2400 Washington Avenue Newport News, VA 23607 757-933-2311 Email 311 ### Newport News 1. History of Consolidation 2. City Council Members 3. Public Schools 4. Public Libraries 5. Parks & Recreation 6. Police Department 7. Fire Department 8. Waterworks 9. Visit Newport News /QuickLinks.aspx ### Quick Links [...] Newport News, VA - Official Website | Official Website This website is AudioEye enabled and is being optimized for accessibility. To open the AudioEye Toolbar, press "shift + =". Some assistive technologies may require the use of a passthrough function before this keystroke. For more information, activate the button labeled “Explore your accessibility options”. Skip To Main Content Image 1: Loading Loading Skip to Main Content Image 2: Newport News Logo Image 3Search [...] 1. Newport News Economic/Industrial Development Authority 2. Start a Business - Launch & Grow Roadmap 3. Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority 4. Freedom of Information Act Request 5. Sign up for Newport News Now, Our Daily Newsletter /QuickLinks.aspx ### FAQs

• Newport News Attractions & Activities | Top Dining & Hotels

  With its diverse range of activities, Newport News greets visitors with stories waiting to be uncovered. The USS Monitor Center at The Mariners’ Museum houses the remains of this famous Civil War ironclad, including its iconic turret, while the Virginia Living Museum showcases plants, animals, and habitats native to the state. Delve into Newport News’ rich African American heritage – from museums and businesses to artwork and historic sites – each telling stories of resilience and creativity. [...] Experience Newport News, where every meal shared, every sunset admired, and every laugh exchanged becomes a cherished memory in the making! Sunset over Hilton pier in Newport News, golden light reflecting on calm water with grassy and rocky shoreline. ## Welcome To Newport News [...] Explore the city's vibrant culinary scene, where every dish tells a tale of our favorite local flavors. In Newport News, every meal shared, every sunset admired, and every laugh exchanged becomes a cherished memory in the making!

• Newport News | Hampton Roads, VA

  Newport News | Hampton Roads, VA Image 1: Loading Loading Skip to Main Content Image 2: Hampton Roads, VA Image 3: Virginia - Hampton Roads Planning District Commision Image 4: SearchSearch 1. About the HRPDC 2. What We Do 3. Resources & Data Image 5 1. HRPDC 2. About the HRPDC 3. Our Localities 4. Newport News Newport News Official Website City of Newport News Website Latest Census Information City of Newport News Profile [...] Image 6: Map Showing the Location of Newport News 1. Chesapeake 2. Franklin 3. Gloucester County 4. Hampton 5. Isle of Wight County 6. James City County 7. Newport News 8. Norfolk 9. Poquoson 10. Portsmouth 11. Smithfield 12. Southampton County 13. Suffolk 14. Surry County 15. Virginia Beach 16. Williamsburg 17. York County Our Localities Data & Maps Public Notices Committees Housing Programs Contact Us [...] 1. Home 1. Accessibility 1. Copyright Notices 1. Privacy Policy /QuickLinks.aspx Government Websites by CivicPlus® Loading Loading Do Not Show Again Close Powered by Image 12: Google TranslateTranslate Image 13 Original text Rate this translation Your feedback will be used to help improve Google Translate []( Opens in new window PDF Download Word Download Excel Download PowerPoint Download Document Download

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