Moses Myers House

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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Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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.
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Goode Works on Paper Center

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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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

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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

Goode Works on Paper Center

The Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper.
More about the center

Field Trips

Field trips are available for groups of 60 or fewer. More about field trips

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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

Goode Works on Paper Center

The Goode Works on Paper Center houses nearly 10,000 photographs, drawings, prints, and other works on paper.
More about the center

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Norfolk, VA 23510
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January 12, 2026

Fall Down the Rabbit Hole at IgNITE: Mad Hatter

Poster for the Chrysler Museum's IgNITE: Mad Hatter depicting a teapot pouring tea into an upside-down hat with mushrooms and tea cups surrounding.

NORFOLK, VA (January 12, 2026) –

Who: The Chrysler Museum of Art invites partygoers and creatives ages 18+ on a fantastic journey through Wonderland during IgNITE: Mad Hatter, an exciting night of progressive performances, dancing, and surprises around every corner.

What: A night at the Chrysler Museum turns surreal as stories come to life, featuring actors, musicians, writers, poets, and more. Grab your favorite hat or make one at the event to get into character. Then, escape from reality as you explore the Museum’s collection on an adventure you will not soon forget, including:

Special event cocktail created by Josh Seaburg of Model Citizen Cocktails
Immersive performances by CORE Theater and ROŪGE: Theater Reinvented
Mad music mixes by DJ Illmatic Beats with House grooves by DJ Phillie
Vocal stylings of the Doorway Singers, hip hop swagger by Coffee Black and XIMERAx, and Words will Count with The Muse
An interactive adventure where artwork comes to life
A bizarre tea party, local art vendors, and plenty of photo ops

When: Friday, January 30, from 7–10 p.m.

Where: Chrysler Museum of Art, One Memorial Place, Norfolk

Why: IgNITE: Mad Hatter invites new and returning art lovers to experience the Chrysler Museum’s collection in unexpected ways, including music, movement, storytelling, and shared discovery. By blending contemporary artistic expressions with timeless works of art, the Museum creates a welcoming, high-energy space where creativity sparks connection.

Tickets: Ticket prices are $10 for Museum members and $25 for non-members. Tickets increase $10 on the day of event. For special event announcements, text IGNITE to 786-982-7163. Tickets are available now at chrysler.org/ignite.

ABOUT THE CHRYSLER MUSEUM OF ART

The Chrysler Museum of Art welcomes you to connect with art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Internationally recognized for its collection of more than 35,000 objects, including one the largest glass collections in America, the Museum also includes free admission, the state-of-the-art Perry Glass Studio, a full-service restaurant, shop, theater, works on paper space, and oversees the historic Myers House. The Museum boasts an ambitious schedule of exhibitions, events, and programs, and has been nationally recognized for its commitment to inclusion through its innovative gallery host program. For more information, visit chrysler.org. Follow on social media @ChryslerMuseum to receive the latest updates.

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