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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–Friday
10 a.m.–noon 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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Week of Events
Selling Fast! Camp Art Stars: Furry Friends & Colorful Creations for ages 9 – 12
Selling Fast! Camp Art Stars: Furry Friends & Colorful Creations for ages 9 – 12
Camp Art Stars is an extraordinary camp for extraordinary young artists! Each camp session, led by a professional art educator, is bustling with hands-on artmaking, experimentation with novel art materials, workshops with diverse professional artists, and fun collaborative learning experiences at the world renown Chrysler Museum of Art. At Camp Art Stars, process is valued over product and creative problem-solving is not only encouraged […]
Summer Teacher Institute | Artful Design
Summer Teacher Institute | Artful Design
Summer creativity is calling you to not one but two amazing art museums! Join the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art and the Chrysler Museum of Art for a dynamic two-day Summer Teacher Institute that brings contemporary visual culture to life. Dive into two inaugural exhibitions at the newly opened Virginia MOCA, Nina Chanel Abney: The […]
Glassblowing 4: Goblets and Roemers
Glassblowing 4: Goblets and Roemers
Prerequisite: Glassblowing 3 In Glassblowing 4: Goblets and Roemers, learn the art of creating goblets with stems and feet as well as roemers with pontils. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Ages 16 + $256 for Museum members, $320 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. […]
Monday, June 22, 2026
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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June 23, 2026 –The Art of Yoga
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June 23, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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!
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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June 25, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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June 25, 2026 –Open Studio: Improve Your Fusing
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June 25, 2026 –Open Studio: Glassblowing
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June 25, 2026 –Hot Glass Deluxe
Open Studio: Improve Your Fusing
Prerequisite: Any one full day fusing class. Are you interested in furthering your skills in fused glass? Sign up for Open Studio. An instructor will be present to guide you as you challenge yourself with new designs. All materials are included. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when […]
Open Studio: Glassblowing
Prerequisite: Glassblowing 1 After your introductory class, come back for more practice at your own pace. Open Studios are the best way to practice building your skills with an instructor ready to troubleshoot with you. Not quite a private lesson or a class, come melt with us! All materials are included. Ages 12 + $100 […]
Hot Glass Deluxe
Make a champagne paperweight, jellyfish paperweight, drinking vessel or 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 will contact […]
Friday, June 26, 2026
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June 26, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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June 26, 2026 –Open Studio: Expand Your Torch Skills
Open Studio: Expand Your Torch Skills
Prerequisite: Any one full day flameworking class. After your introductory flame class, come back for more practice at your own pace. Open Studios are the best way to practice building your skills using a torch and simple tools with an instructor ready to troubleshoot with you. Not quite a private lesson or a class, come […]
Saturday, June 27, 2026
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June 27, 2026 –Introduction to Glassblowing
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June 27, 2026 –Fused Coral Bowl
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June 27, 2026 –Colorful Botanicals
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June 27, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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June 27, 2026 –Hot Glass Deluxe
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June 27, 2026 –Fused House Number
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Featured June 27, 2026 –Featured Art + Democracy: The Declaration of Independence
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hot Glass Deluxe
Make a champagne paperweight, jellyfish paperweight, drinking vessel or seasonal object in a more hands-on class. Our team guides you in the use of glassblowing tools while you create your […]
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 […]
Art + Democracy: The Declaration of Independence
This lively program celebrates the release of Declare: A Civic Gospel, a newly crafted edition of the Declaration of Independence by Arion Press, and features Andrew Davenport, Director of Jefferson […]
Sunday, June 28, 2026
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June 28, 2026 –Stained Glass: Suncatcher
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June 28, 2026 –Jewelry on the Torch
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June 28, 2026 –Introduction to Glassblowing
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June 28, 2026 –Glassmaking Demo
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June 28, 2026 –Hot Glass Deluxe
Stained Glass: Suncatcher
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hot Glass Deluxe
Make a champagne paperweight, jellyfish paperweight, drinking vessel or 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 will contact […]
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