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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.
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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.
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One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
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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
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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
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What’s happening at the Museum and Glass Studio
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Week of Events
Monday, January 26, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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January 27, 2026 –The Art of Yoga
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January 27, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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January 27, 2026 –Zinnia Happy Hour
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
Join us at Zinnia for Happy Hour for $7 glass of wine or $5 beer! Tuesday - Sunday from 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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January 28, 2026 –NSA Lecture: Manet & Morisot
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January 28, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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January 28, 2026 –Homeschool Studio
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January 28, 2026 –Zinnia Happy Hour
NSA Lecture: Manet & Morisot
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 the 1950s and continues to bring notable curators, historians, architects, journalists, professors, and others to the Chrysler Museum […]
Homeschool Studio
Construct lanterns to learn more about color and light. Play with positive and negative shapes to create exciting shadows. Perfect for unique thinkers, Homeschool Studio encourages students to gaze at artwork in the galleries and connect with artists from around the world. In the Diamonstein Education Workshop, young artists create, design, sculpt, paint, and play […]
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.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
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January 29, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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January 29, 2026 –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.
Friday, January 30, 2026
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January 30, 2026 –Goode Center Drop-In Hours
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January 30, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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January 30, 2026 –Zinnia Happy Hour
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Featured January 30, 2026 –Featured IgNITE: Mad Hatter
Goode Center Drop-In Hours
Stop by the Goode Works on Paper Center during our drop-in hours to explore artwork from our paper collection that’s not currently on view. No appointment needed—just come in, make a request, and enjoy a closer look at rarely seen works! Free, registration not required.
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.
IgNITE: Mad Hatter
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 […]
Saturday, January 31, 2026
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January 31, 2026 –Morning Magnets
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January 31, 2026 –Jewelry on the Torch
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January 31, 2026 –Introduction to Glassblowing
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January 31, 2026 –Hot Glass Experience: Heart
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January 31, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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January 31, 2026 –Colorful Coasters
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January 31, 2026 –Zinnia Happy Hour
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 […]
Jewelry on the Torch
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 […]
Introduction to Glassblowing
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 […]
Hot Glass Experience: Heart
Make a blown or solid object of your choice. Create a blown ornament or sculptural bauble, or sculpt a solid object like a starfish or heart. Choose from an array of color options to make your object unique. Object availability varies by season. Rolling classes every 15 minutes 10–11:30 a.m. and 1:30–5:00 p.m. Ages 5 […]
Colorful Coasters
Learn the basics of cutting glass, and create a set of 4x4” glass boasters using clear or colorful glass sheets. Make a matching set or try a new design with each. Once you’re finished with your design, the instructor will fuse the glass in a kiln. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members […]
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.
Sunday, February 1, 2026
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February 1, 2026 –Introduction to Glassblowing
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February 1, 2026 –Fused Mosaic
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February 1, 2026 –Colorful Botanicals
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February 1, 2026 –Membership Swap
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February 1, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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February 1, 2026 –History Speaks: The Struggle for Freedom
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February 1, 2026 –Zinnia Happy Hour
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February 1, 2026 –Art History 101 Tour:
Medieval and Renaissance Art
Introduction to Glassblowing
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 […]
Fused Mosaic
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 […]
Colorful Botanicals
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, […]
Membership Swap
The Chrysler Museum of Art is proud to partner with the Norfolk Botanical Garden for a membership swap during the entire month of February. Chrysler Museum Members visiting the Norfolk Botanical Garden will receive: Free general admission for up to six individuals (ages 3+), depending on membership level. Individual members will enjoy free general admission […]
History Speaks: The Struggle for Freedom
Join us as we reflect on the lives of enslaved and free African Americans in Early Republic Norfolk. Through documents and letters from the Myers archives, the program honors the courage, resilience, and determination of those who faced hardship in their pursuit of liberty and the enduring hope for freedom. Free for Museum members, $10 […]
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.
Art History 101 Tour:
Medieval and Renaissance Art
Explore the major periods that have shaped the visual arts, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Each tour uses the Chrysler’s dynamic collection to delve into art history's important characters and characteristics. Art History 101 tours promise to expand your knowledge of art and ignite a passion for its history. Free, registration not required.
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