Moses Myers House

323 E. Freemason St.
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Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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About the Myers House

The oldest Jewish home in America open to the public as a museum offers a glimpse of the life of an early 19th century merchant family.
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About the Library

With an extensive collection of more than 106,000 rare and unique volumes relating to the history of art, the Jean Outland Chrysler Art Library is one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

Located in Norfolk

One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
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Perry Glass Studio

A state-of-art facility on the Museum’s campus. See a free glassmaking demo Tuesdays–Sunday at noon. Like what you see? Take a class with us! More about the Studio

Moses Myers House

The home of the first permanent Jewish residents of Norfolk, this historic house offers a glimpse of the life of a wealthy early 19th-century merchant family.
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Jean Outland Chrysler Library

With an extensive collection of more than 106,000 rare and unique volumes relating to the history of art, the Jean Outland Chrysler Library is one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the Library

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Group tours are available for groups of 20 or fewer. More about tours

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Visit one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

About the Chrysler

Our story spans well over 100 years. See where we began, how we grew, and where we're going. Explore our history

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745 Duke Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299

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Collecting Runs in the Family: Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. and Bernice Chrysler Garbisch

We continue our blog series celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. Gift with the collecting story of another Chrysler, Walter's sister Bernice Chrysler Garbisch. Bernice and her husband, Colonel Edgar William Garbisch, amassed one of the nation’s preeminent collections of American folk art. Explore More

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Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. and the Business of Collecting

Our celebration of the 50th anniversary of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.'s gift of art to Norfolk continues. Read about how Walter collected "against the trend" at a dizzying pace to acquire renowned works, many of which found a home in Norfolk. Explore More

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Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.’s First World-Class Collection

Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. didn’t just build a world-class collection. He managed to build two! Explore More

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The Museum as a Source of Inspiration: 2021 Summer Teacher Institute

This summer, educators from across Hampton Roads prepared for the new school year with the Summer Teacher Institute. The three-day workshop inspired by the Chrysler's summer exhibition immersed them into the life and artwork of Alma W. Thomas with gallery talks, hands-on activities, and more. Explore More

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Mapplethorpe’s Miracles

The Chrysler Museum’s unflinching commitment to photography can be traced to two exhibitions in 1978. Take a look back at Robert Mapplethorpe’s groundbreaking exhibition and what it reveals about the early days of the Chrysler Museum of Art. Explore More

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Artist Feature: Alyssa Pickens

Newport News artist Alyssa Pickens spent a morning touring the Chrysler collection with Gallery Host Jennifer Hand. Their conversation touched on issues of representation, truth in materials and influences throughout art history. Explore More

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On-the-Job Training: The Chrysler Museum Summer Internship Program

The Museum's 2021 interns spent ten weeks at the Chrysler and accomplished a tremendous amount in that short time. Read on to learn more about their experiences. Explore More

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Bringing the Chrysler Collection Home: Jean Outland Chrysler’s Devotion to Norfolk

As a part of the 50th anniversary blog series, Jeff Harrison, curator emeritus, introduces us to Jean Outland Chrysler, the woman who ensured Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.’s collection found its permanent home in Norfolk. Explore More

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Double Takes: Unique Pairings and New Perspectives in the Chrysler Collection

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.'s gift of art, Avery Bolden shares her experiences with the Double Takes project. These pairings are intended to spark discussion about social disparities, community, cooperation, and more. Explore More

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Walter P. Chrysler, Jr: A Legacy

To kick off our 50th Anniversary blog series, Jeff Harrison, Curator Emeritus, shares the origin story of one of the most influential art collectors and benefactors of the twentieth century. Explore More