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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
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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One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510
245 Grace Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299
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Glassblowing 3
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 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 […]
Flaming Heart Pendant
Flaming Heart Pendant
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 […]
Fused Soap Dish
Fused Soap Dish
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 […]
Jellyfish Paperweight
Jellyfish Paperweight
Make a colorful jellyfish floating in clear glass during this hot glass class. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 6-9 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 for Museum members, $100 for non-members Groups should select timeslots that are sequential to avoid overlapping experiences. We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 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 […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 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 […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 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 […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 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 […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 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 […]
Art Matters:
Artistic Identities
Art Matters:
Artistic Identities
While viewing a mix of paintings, photographs, and mixed media, personal identity takes centerstage to explore how artists use traditional and innovative techniques for self-representation and exploration. Museum experiences, like Art Matters, are evidence-based interventions that help to improve the quality of life for those living with dementia. Individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease and their […]
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.
Morning Magnets
Morning Magnets
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 […]
Straws and Swizzle Sticks
Straws and Swizzle Sticks
Learn how to heat and melt glass rods and tubing to create custom reusable drinking apparatuses. Apply glass color, melt glass in a precise flame, and make a drinking straw and swizzle sticks with unique color patterns. Ages 12 + $52 Museum members, $65 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready […]
Midday Marbles
Midday Marbles
Spend an afternoon at the Glass Studio melting solid glass rods over a torch to make marbles. Heat, gravity, and simple graphite tools bring your marbles to life. Once you have learned the basics of shaping clear glass, you can create colorful glass marbles. Ages 12 + $80 for Museum members, $100 for non-members Groups […]
Fused House Number
Fused House Number
Improve your curb appeal and become the envy of your neighborhood with a fused glass house number. As you create it, you’ll learn the basics of cutting glass and design a rectangular panel. Once the panels are completed, they will be fused in a kiln to create one finished piece. Ages 12 + $80 Museum […]
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.
Introduction to Bead Making
Introduction to Bead Making
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 […]
Fused Coral Bowl
Fused Coral Bowl
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 […]
Fused Jewelry
Fused Jewelry
Using a combination of glass sheets and stringers (thin rods of glass), create a set of earrings and a pendant. Learn to cut sheet glass and create a design to be fused in a kiln. One set of earring hooks and a necklace chain are included. Ages 12 + $80 for Museum members, $100 for […]
Flame Experience
Flame Experience
Make a colorful bead in this half hour experience class. Rolling classes every 30 minutes, 1:30 - 4 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 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.
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. […]