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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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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
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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 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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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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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
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One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510
245 Grace Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
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The Art of Yoga
The Art of Yoga
Immerse yourself in art, ideas, color, and light. Yoga at the Chrysler Museum is a unique experience designed to be both restorative and illuminating. Join this easygoing practice that expands the mind, stretches the body, and is designed with you and the art in mind!
Out of the Vault – Works on Paper with Nyree Dowdy
Out of the Vault – Works on Paper with Nyree Dowdy
Join Nyree Dowdy, Chrysler Museum’s Art Bridges Fellow, to examine highlights from the Works on Paper vault. Situated in the newly opened Works on Paper Center, Nyree will show off and discuss rarely viewed collection highlights that showcase the strong legacy of Black history. Each week in February will offer exciting pieces related to one […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
NSA Lecture: Knowing the West
[Visual Legacies of the American West]
NSA Lecture: Knowing the West
[Visual Legacies of the American West]
Lectures are held in Kaufman Theater at 11 a.m., with refreshments served in Huber Court at 10:30 a.m. Through the generous support of our members, the Norfolk Society of Arts offered world-class lectures to the vibrant Hampton Roads community that are free and open to the public. The NSA’s free lecture series was established in […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
3 events,
Wearable Art Studio Class
Wearable Art Studio Class
Unleash your artistic potential and transform your wardrobe with our Wearable Art Studio Class! Led by local artist Lisa Beckman, this three-session class invites you to explore the intersection of fashion and art, where you'll learn to use metalworking to design and create on-of-a-kind wearable pieces. Ages 12+
Project: Factions – This Is My Story™ A Communal Recital with a Girlfriend Conversation to follow
Project: Factions – This Is My Story™ A Communal Recital with a Girlfriend Conversation to follow
Project: Factions - This Is My Story™ is a groundbreaking multimedia recital that intertwines the power of music and storytelling to amplify women's voices. By blending classical, art song, and contemporary musical styles with candid interviews, we unravel the intricate tapestry of women's experiences ( The Good. The Bad. The Spicy.) Highlighting composers such as […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
3 events,
History Speaks: Myers Medicine
History Speaks: Myers Medicine
Join us for a fascinating look at the medical history of the Myers family, and discover how they dealt with illness and injury in the nineteenth century. Free for Museum members, $10 for non-members. Registration is required. Space is limited. Your member discount will apply at checkout once you sign into your account. Not a […]
Free Museum Tour
Free Museum Tour
Enjoy a tour of the Chrysler's unique collection designed to delight, inform, and inspire! Each tour of the day is different, reflecting the guide’s interests and passions, but all share memorable insights and stories certain to captivate and intrigue. Guides are also happy to include any artwork or gallery that visitors might be interested in. […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
0 events,
2 events,
The Art of Yoga
The Art of Yoga
Immerse yourself in art, ideas, color, and light. Yoga at the Chrysler Museum is a unique experience designed to be both restorative and illuminating. Join this easygoing practice that expands the mind, stretches the body, and is designed with you and the art in mind!
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Pre-K Art Play
Pre-K Art Play
Be introduced to the ABCs and 123s in this early childhood program designed to delight and inspire children ages 3-5 through art, stories, and hands-on experiences. Each month a fresh theme is explored in this 30-40 minute art adventure. Free, registration not required.
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Mixtape First Thursday: March
Mixtape First Thursday: March
Join an intimate chat with Greta Pratt as she shares thoughts on her new exhibition, Jamestown is Sinking. Hear from a contemporary artist about using photography to view our communities through a new lens. Sketch along with us as local ballerinas model poses inspired by the works of Edgar Degas, and enjoy galleries activated by […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
3 events,
Chrysler Book & Look: Oaxaca, 1998
Chrysler Book & Look: Oaxaca, 1998
Book & Look returns with Oaxaca,1998 by Donley Watt as we explore themes of self-expression and identity through art in tandem with the exhibition Oaxaca Central: Contemporary Mexican Printmaking. Watt drew from his own experiences of living in Oaxaca when writing this novel, which follows Maggie O’Neill, an American amateur photographer who seeks to start […]
Free Museum Tour
Free Museum Tour
Enjoy a tour of the Chrysler's unique collection designed to delight, inform, and inspire! Each tour of the day is different, reflecting the guide’s interests and passions, but all share memorable insights and stories certain to captivate and intrigue. Guides are also happy to include any artwork or gallery that visitors might be interested in. […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
0 events,
2 events,
The Art of Yoga
The Art of Yoga
Immerse yourself in art, ideas, color, and light. Yoga at the Chrysler Museum is a unique experience designed to be both restorative and illuminating. Join this easygoing practice that expands the mind, stretches the body, and is designed with you and the art in mind!
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Homeschool Studio: Printmaking
Homeschool Studio: Printmaking
Select Wednesdays from 1–3:30 p.m. Monoprints, relief prints, and simple screen prints will fill your portfolio. Perfect for unique thinkers, Homeschool Studio is where students get to gaze at artwork in the galleries to connect to artists from around the world. In the Education Workshop, young artists create, design, sculpt, paint, and play with creative […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Art Matters:
Communal Values
Art Matters:
Communal Values
The Oaxaca Central: Contemporary Mexican Printmaking exhibition stirs the pot for this tour of folk art that transforms everyday materials into profound expressions of culture, heritage, and community. After the tour, this special edition of Art Matters will feature a printmaking activity for participants. Museum experiences, like Art Matters, are evidence-based interventions that help to […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
Free Museum Tour
Free Museum Tour
Enjoy a tour of the Chrysler's unique collection designed to delight, inform, and inspire! Each tour of the day is different, reflecting the guide’s interests and passions, but all share memorable insights and stories certain to captivate and intrigue. Guides are also happy to include any artwork or gallery that visitors might be interested in. […]
0 events,
2 events,
The Art of Yoga
The Art of Yoga
Immerse yourself in art, ideas, color, and light. Yoga at the Chrysler Museum is a unique experience designed to be both restorative and illuminating. Join this easygoing practice that expands the mind, stretches the body, and is designed with you and the art in mind!
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Art Babies
Art Babies
Designed to engage babies (0–24 months) by stimulating the brain through a gallery walk, songs, rhymes, and sensory play while offering caregivers an opportunity to connect with their babies and support each other in a 40-50 minute program. All baby noises are expected and welcome. Free, registration not required.
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
Glass After Dark: Joyce Scott
Glass After Dark: Joyce Scott
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. $10 for Museum members, $20 for non-members, Cash bar Doors open at 7 p.m. The event begins at 8 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Joyce Scott: Bead Exploration
Joyce Scott: Bead Exploration
Join renowned bead artist Joyce Scott for an immersive workshop that will spark your creativity and deepen your appreciation for the art of beadwork. In this exploration, Scott will uncover the intricate details of beads, color theory, and innovative design strategies that have defined her illustrious career. $35 for members, $60 for non-members. Space is […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
3 events,
Creative Minds: Joyce Scott on Joyce Scott
Creative Minds: Joyce Scott on Joyce Scott
Joyce Scott is one of America’s leading living artists. Hear from this prominent sculptor, quilter, performance artist, installation artist, printmaker, lecturer, and educator talk about her work and the powerful ideas behind it. Full of humor and wit, Scott will entertain, educate, and inspire with this lecture. $10 for Museum members, $20 for non-members. Registration […]
Free Museum Tour
Free Museum Tour
Enjoy a tour of the Chrysler's unique collection designed to delight, inform, and inspire! Each tour of the day is different, reflecting the guide’s interests and passions, but all share memorable insights and stories certain to captivate and intrigue. Guides are also happy to include any artwork or gallery that visitors might be interested in. […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
0 events,
2 events,
The Art of Yoga
The Art of Yoga
Immerse yourself in art, ideas, color, and light. Yoga at the Chrysler Museum is a unique experience designed to be both restorative and illuminating. Join this easygoing practice that expands the mind, stretches the body, and is designed with you and the art in mind!
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
NSA Lecture: Mary Cassatt’s Models
NSA Lecture: Mary Cassatt’s Models
Lectures are held in Kaufman Theater at 11 a.m., with refreshments served in Huber Court at 10:30 a.m. Through the generous support of our members, the Norfolk Society of Arts offered world-class lectures to the vibrant Hampton Roads community that are free and open to the public. The NSA’s free lecture series was established in […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Free Museum Tour
Free Museum Tour
Enjoy a tour of the Chrysler's unique collection designed to delight, inform, and inspire! Each tour of the day is different, reflecting the guide’s interests and passions, but all share memorable insights and stories certain to captivate and intrigue. Guides are also happy to include any artwork or gallery that visitors might be interested in. […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
0 events,
2 events,
The Art of Yoga
The Art of Yoga
Immerse yourself in art, ideas, color, and light. Yoga at the Chrysler Museum is a unique experience designed to be both restorative and illuminating. Join this easygoing practice that expands the mind, stretches the body, and is designed with you and the art in mind!
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Pre-K Art Play
Pre-K Art Play
Be introduced to the ABCs and 123s in this early childhood program designed to delight and inspire children ages 3-5 through art, stories, and hands-on experiences. Each month a fresh theme is explored in this 30-40 minute art adventure. Free, registration not required.
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
3 events,
Mixtape First Thursday: April
Mixtape First Thursday: April
In a true Mixtape First Thursday, multiple art forms converge to offer something for everyone! From Oaxaca, Mexico, printmaker Mercedes López will discuss her works in the current exhibition. Virginia Opera will bring a panel discussion about their upcoming world premiere opera, “Loving v. Virginia,” with panelists to include acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves and Artistic […]
Teacher Workshop: Contemporary Art in the Classroom
Teacher Workshop: Contemporary Art in the Classroom
Choose works of art in the McKinnon Galleries of Modern and Contemporary Art and pose big questions and possible studio assignments with fellow teachers. Enjoy this collaborative environment with fellow museum educator Katherine Custer from Virginia MOCA. Refreshments provided. $10 per person.
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
1 event,
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
2 events,
Slow Art Day
Slow Art Day
Immerse yourself in the world of art with Slow Art Day; an enriching event designed to deepen your connection with art through mindful observation and reflection. An international event held annually on April 5, Slow Art Day invites art enthusiasts of all levels to experience art in a new, more profound way. Free, registration not […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
4 events,
Girl Scout Programs
Girl Scout Programs
What could be more amazing than spending a day with your troop at the fabulous Chrysler Museum of Art? Leave it all up to us and have a blast earning either a patch or badge using rich art and history resources at the Chrysler Museum. With guided tours, educational workshops, and access to special exhibitions […]
Printing with Visiting Artist Mercedes López
Printing with Visiting Artist Mercedes López
Immerse yourself in the world of printmaking! Join Oaxacan visiting artist Mercedes López for Norfolk’s own Oaxacan-style printmaking workshop. Delve into the fundamentals of various printmaking methods, and develop your artistic vision by creating original designs and compositions. The workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn printing techniques and visual designs that reflect the legacy […]
Zinnia Happy Hour
Zinnia Happy Hour
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
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