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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Chrysler Gift
In 1971, Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. gifted more than 7,000 artworks from his personal collection to the City of Norfolk. His generosity established the Chrysler Museum of Art as the largest and most important visual arts organization in Hampton Roads. Explore More