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.
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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
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While You're Here

Visit our Museum Shop
and the Wisteria 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

Moses 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

Weddings & Event Rentals

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

Tours

Group tours will resume in August for groups of 5 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

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

Always Free Parking

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Third Thursdays

Live art performances monthly.
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Studio Team

Meet the brilliant minds behind the Studio.
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Visiting Artist Series

Bringing the world’s top glass art talent to Hampton Roads
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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.
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At the Glass Studio

Beginner Classes

Learn the basic methods of glassmaking in these overview classes. No experience is necessary! When taking a hot glass class, your object will need to slowly cool down in the kiln over a few days. You will receive a call when it is ready for pickup. We also offer the option to have your object shipped.

Short Sessions: Hot Glass Classes

Select your object, choose from an array of color options, and with the instructor’s help, apply colorful crushed glass to molten clear glass on a long metal tube. Some objects are inflated with a special compressed air device while others are manipulated by hand with metal tools. Ages 5+ Learn more

Fused House Number

Become the envy of your neighborhood when you come home with a custom fused glass house number. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Straws and Swizzle Sticks

Make your drinks taste evern better with a reusable drinking straw and custom swizzle sticks. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Morning Magnets

Start your morning off right and learn how glass melts together and create your own set refrigerator magnets. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Fused Jewelry

Cut glass and fire it in the kiln to create wearable works of art. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Fused Soap Dish

Create soap dishes by fusing strips of glass and slumping them into a mold. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Colorful Coasters

Arrange colorful strips of glass into designs to create a set of kiln-fired coasters. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Fused Glass Plate

Cut colorful flat glass into pieces and kiln-melt them into a plate of your own design. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Stained Glass 1: Suncatcher

Cut, foil-wrap, and solder flat glass into your own design for a decorative glass panel. Ages 16+ See upcoming classes

Flaming Heart Pendant

Make a heart pendant using a torch, flame, and colored glass. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Flameworked Beads

Use a torch to make a variety of colorful glass jewels like pendants, beads, or wine charms. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Glass sculpted orange flower with green stem

Colorful Botanicals

Explore basic flame construction and color implosions to create nature-inspired sculptures. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

blue, yellow, and clear glass round pendant

Jewelry on the Torch

Learn the process of making wearable glass implosion pendants and earrings. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Mug Club

Draw inspiration from the Museum's collection of historic beer steins, explore the basics of coldworking, and engrave your own mug. Top off the day with a private tour of O'Connor Brewing Company. Ages 16+ See upcoming classes

Beginner Workshops

Spend the weekend with us at the Glass Studio for one of these two-day classes.

Glassblowing 1

Learn to gather glass and create a series of clear forms as you explore hot glassblowing techniques. Sign Up

Introduction to Neon

Learn the science and basic techniques of neon glassmaking. Sign Up

Private Lessons

Saturdays from 5:30–8:30 p.m. Other times are available as scheduling permits. For more information or to reserve your evening, please call the Glass Studio at 757-333-6299.

Individual Training

Invest three hours in concentrated one-on-one training with a skilled instructor. Prices for Members start at $220.

Group Sessions

Many of our regular classes can be scheduled as private sessions for your group. Prices vary by process and group size.

Rent the Glass Studio for your next event.

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