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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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Perry Glass Studio

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The Myers House

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

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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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757-333-6299

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Visiting Artist Series

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Moses Myers House

323 E. Freemason St.
Open Saturday and Sunday

Noon–5 p.m.

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Reading Room
Wednesday-Friday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.

About the Myers House

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

About the Library

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

Located in Norfolk

One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
Get Directions

While You're Here

Visit our Museum Shop
and Zinnia Cafe.

Perry Glass Studio

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 Myers House

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

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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

Wedding & Event Rentals

The perfect place for your big day or special event. Get the details

In-person Tours

Group tours are available for groups of 20 or fewer. More about tours

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Visit one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

About the Chrysler

Our story spans well over 100 years. See where we began, how we grew, and where we're going. Explore our history

News and Announcements

See what's happening at the Museum, read Chrysler Magazine, and find our Media Center. Read now

Location

One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510

Location

745 Duke Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299

Always Free Parking

Get Directions

Visiting Artist Series

Bringing the world’s top glass art talent to Hampton Roads
Find out more

Studio Team

Meet the brilliant minds behind the Studio.
See the team

Give the Chrysler Experience

Share everything you love about the Chrysler Museum with a gift membership. Perfect for everyone on your list.

The Masterpiece Society

Learn about this innovative group of museum supporters.
Meet the Masterpiece Society

Planned Giving

Help ensure the long-term success of the Museum.
Learn about planned giving

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ArtExhibitionsPast

Larry Clark: Tulsa

On View

August 30, 2014 — January 18, 2015

Location

Past Exhibition

Larry Clark, Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa, 1971
Larry Clark, Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa, 1971. Gelatin silver print, printed 1980.

When Larry Clark published Tulsa in 1971 it created a sensation that went beyond the subject matter.

He had blurred the lines between participant and observer, but he’d also managed to be an artist instead of a voyeur. This series of photographs contains drug use, nudity and guns, yet still manages to present a touching sense of humanity.

This exhibition comes with a parental warning (and controlled access) but it also comes with high praise. Filmmakers such as Gus Van Sant and Martin Scorcese were influenced by Clark’s work, and while the subject matter is harsh, the level of artistry is high.

Larry Clark, Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa, 1971
Larry Clark, Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa, 1971. Gelatin silver print, printed 1980.
Larry Clark Untitled, 1971
Larry Clark Untitled, 1971, from the series Tulsa, 1971 Gelatin silver print, printed 1980
Larry Clark Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa
Larry Clark Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa, 1971 Gelatin silver print, printed 1980

This exhibition comes with a parental warning (and controlled access) but it also comes with high praise. Filmmakers such as Gus Van Sant and Martin Scorcese were influenced by Clark’s work, and while the subject matter is harsh, the level of artistry is high.

The lighting is natural, the composition often classic, and there’s a lot of poignancy and humanity on display as these young people spiral away. And in case you’re wondering, Clark had such intimate access to his subjects because he was shooting up the drugs right along with them.

Clark learned photography early (his mother was a photographer of babies) and there’s a great deal of darkroom technique behind these pictures. “I always try to shoot against the light,” he told Darkroom magazine in 1977. “The film can’t handle this and everything gets burned up, since I’m exposing for the shadows.”

Clark produced a followup photo book, Teenage Lust, before turning to film and video. The video for the Chris Isaak song “Solitary Man” was directed by Clark, who is still actively working today. He is probably best known, as a filmmaker, for his 1995 release Kids.

Larry Clark Untitled, 1971, from the series Tulsa
Larry Clark Untitled, 1971, from the series Tulsa, 1971 Gelatin silver print, printed 1980
Larry Clark Untitled, 1963
Larry Clark Untitled, 1963, from the series Tulsa, 1971 Gelatin silver print, printed 1980
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Jacket and shorts set made out of candy wrappers
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Peers: Mixed Media Work and the Tenth Annual Wearable Arts Exhibition
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