Name: IgNITE: Mad Hatter
Start: 2026-01-30T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-30T22:00:00-05:00

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–Thursday
10 a.m.–noon and 2–4 p.m. by appointment
Friday
10 a.m. - noon drop-in 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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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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245 Grace Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299

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Event Series: IgNITE

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! TICKETS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR.

Our next IgNITE is in April. Don’t miss out, get your ticket now!

Step into a new era of museum nightlife at the revolutionary art party everyone’s talking about — IgNITE! This bold, always-surprising event is designed to spark your imagination with a high-energy, multisensory experience packed with art, dancing, performances, creativity, and more.

If you need a spark of joy, an escape from reality, or just a dose of laughter, join us at IgNITE: Mad Hatter for a surreal journey through the Chrysler Museum of Art. It’s art out loud with a night of wondrous art activations.

At this IgNITE, get ready for:

Immersive performances by CORE Theater and ROŪGE: Theater Reinvented
Mad music mixes by DJ Illmatic Beats with House grooves by DJ Phillie and dancing
Vocal stylings of the Doorway Singers
Master● PEACE by Coffee Black and XIMERAx
A whimsical dance lessons with Ballet Virginia
Words will Count with The Muse
Special event cocktail created by Josh Seaburg of Model Citizen Cocktails
Making with Norfolk Public Library
Hats for sale, photo ops, and more!!!

You’ll never guess what surprises are in store! Come fall down the rabbit hole into IgNITE.

Ages 18+

$10 for Museum members, $25 for non-members. Tickets increase $10 day of event, registration recommended.

“Begin at the beginning,“ with our Happy Half-Hour from 7–7:30 p.m., featuring 50% off drinks. Fuel up with food available for purchase; from mini tea sandwiches to Wonderland Vegetable Pot Pie–all delightful and delicious! We cannot wait to see you!