Chrysler Museum of Art

Moses Myers House

323 E. Freemason St.
Open Saturday and Sunday
Noon–5 p.m.
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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Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Reading Room
Wednesday-Friday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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.
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Goode Works on Paper Center

Tuesday–Friday
10 a.m.–noon and 2–4 p.m. by appointment only
Comprising one-third of the Chrysler Museum's permanent collection, the Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper.
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Located in Norfolk

One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
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While You're Here

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and Zinnia Cafe.

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

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The 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.
More about the house

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

Goode Works on Paper Center

The Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper.
More about the center

Field Trips

Field trips are available for groups of 60 or fewer. More about field trips

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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

Goode Works on Paper Center

The Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper.
More about the center

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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Location

245 Grace Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299

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Visiting Artist Series

Bringing the world’s top glass art talent to Hampton Roads
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Studio Team

Meet the brilliant minds behind the Studio.
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The Masterpiece Society

Learn about this innovative group of museum supporters.
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An Anniversary Gift from Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

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Walter Chrysler in Question: The Controversy of Owning Fakes

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The Art of the Feast

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Object of the Week: Portrait of a Lady (Harriet Cany Peale), A Gift from Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

A superb example of one of early America’s premier portraitists. Explore More

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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