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
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
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
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
This interactive digital experience is great for all ages! Dance on the Colorscape, explore the Artquarium for an up-close look at works from the Chrysler’s collection, or make your own masterpiece on The Studio easels. All works of art in the Wonder Studio are enclosed in glass. That means it’s a worry-free zone for adults.Explore and Play
Travel to Far Off Lands
Go back in time in our Ancient Worlds galleries. Visit ancient Egypt, see how many dragons you can find in Asia, and discover games played in ancient Greece and Mesoamerica.Preview the collections
Watch Hot Glass Live
Get fired up during free noon demonstrations at the Perry Glass Studio. See hot glass transformed into beautiful works of art right before your eyes. Each demonstration is about 45 minutes. Arrive 15 minutes early. Seats fill up fast.See more at the Perry Glass Studio
Get Creative
Kids of all ages can create a work of art, read a book, and build creative structures in the Margaret Shepherd Ray Student and Family Gallery . This space is open year round and is great for the whole family!
Leave Your Mark
In the Oval Gallery on the second floor to draw or write a response to one of our questions. Read what other visitors have to say and explore fun doodles and drawings. This station is up year round.
Be Comfortable
To make your visit as seamless and convenient as possible, the Chrysler Museum has a mothering room with a couch and other accessories to help you feel comfortable and at home while taking care of the children. Located off the Theater Lobby.
For more information about programs for families, please call 757-333-6269 or email rsanchez@chrysler.org
Family Programs
Look, learn, and create together during fun, interactive programs for kids of all ages and their parents/caregivers. Times and topics vary.
Tickle My Ears
Meet us in the galleries for a story while surrounded by colorful and magnificent works of art. Then join us for a hands-on craft inspired by the book. Recommended for ages 2–5.
Family Day
Celebrate art and culture with performances, crafts, gallery activities, music, and more!
Glass Classes
At the Studio, we offer a wide variety of classes for all ages and skill sets.
Close looking with your little ones.
Engage in the galleries with some of these fun questions.
Select a work of art and fill in the blanks below.
How many _______ can you count in this painting?
Do you see something in the artwork that starts with the letter _______?
Pretend this sculpture came to life. What would it do next?
If you could step into this painting, what would you smell/hear/feel?
Imagine if this work of art could move. Show me how it would move.
If you could title this work of art, what would you call it?
