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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.
More about the house
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. More about the library
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.
More about the center
One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
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Visit our Museum Shop
and Zinnia Cafe.
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
The perfect place for your big day or special event. Get the details
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
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
The Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper. More about the center
Field trips are available for groups of 60 or fewer. More about field trips
Visit one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library
The Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper. More about the center
Our story spans well over 100 years. See where we began, how we grew, and where we're going. Explore our history
See what's happening at the Museum, read Chrysler Magazine, and find our Media Center.
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One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510
245 Grace Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299
Bringing the world’s top glass art talent to Hampton Roads
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Meet the brilliant minds behind the Studio.
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Share everything you love about the Chrysler Museum with a gift membership. Perfect for everyone on your list.
Learn about this innovative group of museum supporters.
Meet the Masterpiece Society
Help ensure the long-term success of the Museum.
Learn about planned giving
What’s happening at the Museum and Glass Studio
See our full calendar of lectures and gallery events. View Museum happenings
Visit the Perry Glass Studio for demos, classes, and more. See upcoming
Monthly themed tours and talks. See upcoming
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 6-8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written notice is […] |
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Glassblowing 3
Prerequisite: Glassblowing 2 In this two-day intensive glassblowing class, experiment with color accents, handles, and wraps of color—building on skills learned in Glassblowing 2. Also, become familiar with the techniques needed to create forms such as bottles and pitchers. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 12 + $256 Museum members, $320 for non-members. We […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
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Finish off your look with accessories that you can’t find in a store. Use a mix of clear and colorful glass to create abstract and floral-inspired jewelry. Learn about the basics and simple patterns. Throughout the day, build on those skills to create intricately designed wearables. Ages 12 + $128 Museum members, $160 for non-members […] |
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This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the end of the day, you’ll have three objects including a paperweight, a bud vase, and […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […] |
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In this introductory evening course, use a torch and simple tools to melt and form solid glass into a heart-shaped pendant. Practice making a heart with clear rods of glass and later learn how to apply colorful glass to create a one-of-a-kind piece. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact […]
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Cut glass and arrange it to fit a 4x6” design for a soap dish. Your designs will be assembled and fused flat in a kiln at 1400º F. The soap dish shape is achieved in a second firing to 1300º F, where the flat form slumps into a ceramic mold. Ages 12 + $80 Museum […] |
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Join us for a festive holiday shopping experience at the Perry Glass Studio’s Annual Holiday Glass Sale! Support local artisans and find beautiful, handcrafted items, including jewelry, home décor, and more. Watch glass demonstrations and discover one-of-a-kind creations that make perfect gifts for everyone on your list! Enjoy a cash bar during the first night […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 6-8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written notice is […] |
9 events,
Glassblowing 1
Set aside two days to become acquainted with the art of glassmaking. Learn basic techniques of working with molten glass and get to use all the tools yourself. This is the first class where students can gather (spool glass onto a metal rod in the glass furnace) to experiment, play, and create a series of […]
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Join us for a festive holiday shopping experience at the Perry Glass Studio’s Annual Holiday Glass Sale! Discover one-of-a-kind glass creations that make perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Support local artisans and find beautiful, handcrafted items, including jewelry, home décor, and more. Watch glass demonstrations and check out the new Perry Glass Studio […]
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Take a day to design and create your own glass flowers. First, learn to shape clear glass parts of a flower. Then, assemble those parts into a whole botanical. Once you learn the mechanics of the form, you can design and create a floral piece using colored glass rods. Ages 12 + $128 Museum members, […]
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This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the end of the day, you’ll have three objects including a paperweight, a bud vase, and […] |
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Join us for a festive holiday shopping experience at the Perry Glass Studio’s Annual Holiday Glass Sale! Discover one-of-a-kind glass creations that make perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Support local artisans and find beautiful, handcrafted items, including jewelry, home décor, and more. Watch glass demonstrations and check out the new Perry Glass Studio […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […] |
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Hot glass and live music come together for memorable evenings during Glass After Dark. Each month, watch the Perry Glass Studio team take the molten material to exciting places and enjoy entertainment by local musicians. Doors open at 7 p.m. The event begins at 8 p.m. $10 for Museum members, $20 for non-members, Cash bar. […]
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Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
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Make a colorful bead in this half hour experience class. Rolling classes every 30 minutes, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $24 Museum members, $30 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written notice […] |
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Glassblowing 4: Optic Molds
Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3 This 2-day class will explore working with several different optic/glass blowing molds to create diverse pieces of art. From the magic of glass pumpkins to the challenge of twisted cups, each item will be an opportunity to stretch and expand on both knowledge and skills of molds. Saturday and Sunday, 10 […]
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This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the end of the day, you’ll have three objects including a paperweight, a bud vase, and […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […] |
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This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the end of the day, you’ll have three objects including a paperweight, a bud vase, and […]
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Create a coral bowl in this morning fusing class. Students will learn basic fusing processes of cutting glass and using slump molds to create a bowl inspired by sea coral. Ages 12+ $52 Museum members, $65 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up. Due to the fragility of […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […] |
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
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Learn to melt colorful glass sticks with a torch, spin the glass around metal rods, and form it into beads. Explore different bead shapes and color application techniques, too. This is a great class for beginners. Ages 12 + $52 for Museum members, $65 for non-members Groups should select timeslots that are sequential to avoid […] |
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Create a coral bowl in this morning fusing class. Students will learn basic fusing processes of cutting glass and using slump molds to create a bowl inspired by sea coral. Ages 12+ $52 Museum members, $65 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up. Due to the fragility of […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […] |
6 events,
Glassblowing 1
Set aside two days to become acquainted with the art of glassmaking. Learn basic techniques of working with molten glass and get to use all the tools yourself. This is the first class where students can gather (spool glass onto a metal rod in the glass furnace) to experiment, play, and create a series of […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
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Finish off your look with accessories that you can’t find in a store. Use a mix of clear and colorful glass to create abstract and floral-inspired jewelry. Learn about the basics and simple patterns. Throughout the day, build on those skills to create intricately designed wearables. Ages 12 + $128 Museum members, $160 for non-members […] |
7 events,
Featured
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Featured
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
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Take a day to design and create your own glass flowers. First, learn to shape clear glass parts of a flower. Then, assemble those parts into a whole botanical. Once you learn the mechanics of the form, you can design and create a floral piece using colored glass rods. Ages 12 + $128 Museum members, […]
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In this fused glass class, take traditional mosaic making to a new place. Learn to cut glass and use tile nippers to create imagery. In a paint-by-numbers style, small bits of colored glass will be arranged to fill the design of your choice. The gaps between the pieces are filled with glass powder, and then […] |
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This class is ideal for anyone interested in trying out the fused glass process. Make several magnets using small segments of glass and tile nippers. Create the designs by nipping the glass into smaller pieces and adding them to a base layer that will later be melted together in a kiln. Ages 6+ $52 Museum […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […] |
7 events,
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Create a coral bowl in this morning fusing class. Students will learn basic fusing processes of cutting glass and using slump molds to create a bowl inspired by sea coral. Ages 12+ $52 Museum members, $65 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up. Due to the fragility of […]
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Learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 10 - 11 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be […]
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Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […] |
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Glassblowing 2
Prerequisite: Glassblowing 1 In this two-day intensive glassblowing class, experiment with color accents, handles, and wraps of color—building on skills learned in Glassblowing 1. Also, become familiar with the techniques needed to create forms such as bottles and pitchers. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ages 12 + $256 Museum members, $320 for non-members. We […]
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This class is ideal for anyone interested in trying out the fused glass process. Make several magnets using small segments of glass and tile nippers. Create the designs by nipping the glass into smaller pieces and adding them to a base layer that will later be melted together in a kiln. Ages 6+ $52 Museum […]
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This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the end of the day, you’ll have three objects including a paperweight, a bud vase, and […]
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Learn to melt colorful glass sticks with a torch, spin the glass around metal rods, and form it into beads. Explore different bead shapes and color application techniques, too. This is a great class for beginners. Ages 12 + $52 for Museum members, $65 for non-members Groups should select timeslots that are sequential to avoid […] |
6 events,
Featured
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Featured
This three-hour class is perfect for beginners! Choose a morning or afternoon session and work closely with glass instructors to select glass colors and design elements to personalize your glass artworks and gain great experience with molten glass. By the end of the day, you’ll have three objects including a paperweight, a bud vase, and […]
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Cut and solder sheet glass together to create a colorful window hanging perfect for catching rays of sunshine. Choose a sample design or create your own. Glass pieces are cut to fit the design, or “cartoon,” then wrapped with copper foil. Using a soldering iron and tin-lead solder, the glass pieces are conjoined. At the […]
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Make a champagne paperweight, a jellyfish paperweight, a cup or a seasonal object in a more hands-on class. Our team guides you in the use of glassblowing tools while you create your object. Pick from a variety of colors to make your object your own. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We […] |
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