Virginia Sesquicentennial Commemoration of the American Civil War

There is so much to do in Norfolk! Plan to extend your stay by a few days to take it all in.

MUSEUMS AND HISTORY

ARMED FORCES MEMORIAL
Town Point Park, Waterside Drive
757-664-6620
800-368-3097
A truly moving tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

THE CANNONBALL TRAIL
401 East Freemason Street
757-664-6620
www.visitnorfolktoday.com
Self-guided downtown walking tour winding through 400 years of Norfolk’s history.

CHRYSLER MUSEUM OF ART
245 West Olney Road
757-664-6200
www.chrysler.org
Stroll through 5,000 years of art history at the Chrysler Museum of Art, home to automobile heir Walter P. Chrysler Jr.’s world-class collection.

CIVIL WAR TRAILS
Norfolk Visitor Information Center, I-64 Exit 273
757-441-1852
www.civilwartraveler.com
A self-guided tour of historic Civil War sites you won’t soon forget.

THE WESTPOINT MONUMENT
238 Princess Anne Road
757-441-2653
The only known tribute honoring African-American service members serving in the Civil and Spanish American wars.

HAMPTON ROADS NAVAL MUSEUM
One Waterside Drive
757-322-2987
www.hrnm.navy.mil
Owned and operated by the U.S. Navy, The Hampton Roads Naval Museum covers 234 years of Naval history in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Admission is free.

HERMITAGE FOUNDATION MUSEUM
7637 North Shore Road
757-423-2052
www.hermitagefoundation.org
Early 20th-century waterfront family estate offering an outstanding presentation of architecture, art, and nature. Docent-led tours on the hour.

HISTORIC FORT NORFOLK
810 Front Street
757-625-1720
www.norfolkhistorical.org/fort
The last remaining of 19 harbor-front forts authorized by President George Washington protected Norfolk during the War of 1812.

HUNTER HOUSE VICTORIAN MUSEUM
2401 West Freemason Street
757-623-9814
www.hunterhousemuseum.org
Elegantly restored Victorian Era home features many of the original family’s furnishings.

THE MACARTHUR MEMORIAL
MacArthur Square
757-441-2965
www.macarthurmemorial.org
Presents the story of Army General Douglas MacArthur in Norfolk’s original City Hall.

MARTIN LUTHER KING MONUMENT
Brambleton and Church Street
757-333-4266
www.norfolk.gov
Located at the intersections of Brambleton Avenue and Church Street, the Monument honors one of the greatest Americans of all time.

MOSES MYERS HOUSE
331 Bank Street
757-333-6283
www.chrysler.org/houses.asp
Historic Downtown home depicts the 18th-century life of a prosperous Jewish merchant and his family.

NAUTICUS AT THE NATIONAL MARITIME CENTER
One Waterside Drive
757-664-1000
www.nauticus.org
Interactive, maritime-themed science center features exhibits, high-definition films, The Battleship Wisconsin and Hampton Roads Naval Museum.

NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN
6700 Azalea Garden Road
757-441-5830
www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org
Tour the Garden’s beautiful 155 acres by foot, tram or boat. Open year round.

NORFOLK HISTORY MUSEUM AT THE WILLOUGHBY-BAYLOR HOUSE
601 East Freemason Street
757-441-1526
www.chrysler.org/houses.asp
A classic example of Georgian and Federal architecture showcasing Norfolk’s history from its founding to the modern day.

SCHOONER VIRGINIA
5000 World Trade Center
757 627-7400
www.schoonervirginia.org
A living symbol of Virginia’s historic maritime past.

TUGBOAT MUSEUM
Docked at Waterside
333 Waterside Drive
757-627-4884
The Tugboat Museum - The Huntington - is the perfect opportunity to learn about the Hampton Roads shipbuilding and maritime industry.

VICTORY ROVER NAVAL BASE CRUISES
One Waterside Drive
757-627-7406
www.navalbasecruises.com
The newest and fastest way to see Norfolk Naval Base. Two hour Naval Base Cruises depart daily from Nauticus.

WINDOWS ON HISTORY
757-664-6620
www.visitnorfolktoday.com
Sixteen window exhibits alongside MacArthur Center depict 400 years of Hampton Roads history.

USS WISCONSIN
One Waterside Drive
757-322-2986
www.uscg.mil/nmc
Climb aboard one of the largest battleships ever built by the U.S. Navy. Free with Nauticus admission. Photographic exhibits, audio tours and first-hand accounts from veteran docents.

SHOPPING

HISTORIC GHENT
www.destinationghent.com
An eclectic collection of outdoor cafes, restaurants, boutiques and the largest antique market in the Mid-Atlantic.

THE GALLERY AT MILITARY CIRCLE
880 North Military Highway
757-461-1940
www.thegalleryatmilitarycircle.com
Macy’s, Sears, JCPenney, more than 140 shops and restaurants and a cinema multi-plex.

MACARTHUR CENTER
300 Monticello Avenue
757-627-6000
www.shopmacarthur.com
Nordstrom, Dillard’s, 140 shops and cinema in the heart of Downtown.

PALACE SHOPS
21st Street and Llewelyn Avenue
757-622-9999
www.palaceshops.com
A unique blend of specialty shops in Ghent.

PRINCE BOOKS
109 East Main Street
757-622-9223
www.prince-books.com
An independent downtown bookstore and café for all interests and ages.

TEXTURE
806 Baldwin Avenue
757-626-0991
Packed with the work of over 200 artists, features jewelry, art-to-wear, pottery, glass, wood, garden goods, Judaica.

SPORTS AND RECREACTION

GOLF
www.virginiagolf.com
Enjoy a variety of area golf courses including Norfolk’s Ocean View Golf Course, Lake Wright Golf Course and Lambert’s Point.

NORFOLK SCOPE
201 East Brambleton Avenue
757-664-6464
www.sevenvenues.com
Enjoy a wide variety of events, from circuses and conventions to concerts, family shows and the AHL Norfolk Admirals

NORFOLK TIDES/ HARBOR PARK
150 Park Avenue
757-622-2222
www.norfolktides.com
Take in a ball game at the 12,000-seat Harbor Park, home of the AAA Norfolk Tides, the Baltimore Orioles’ top minor league team. On the downtown waterfront.

OCEAN VIEW BEACH PARK
Ocean View Avenue
757-441-2149
Public beaches on the calm Chesapeake Bay. Lifeguards from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Picnic areas and showers

TOWN POINT PARK
Waterside Drive
Scheduled Events: 757-441-2345
www.festeventsva.org
The newly renovated seven acre downtown waterfront park. It features lush riverview landscapes, fountains and public art. Great for biking, jogging and more.

ARTS
(Contact venues directly for a listing of current events)

ATTUCKS THEATRE
1010 Church Street
757-622-4763
www.attuckstheatre.org
The Attucks Theatre has been a landmark for the African-American community since 1919.

BROADWAY AT CHRYSLER HALL
201 Brambleton Avenue
Box Office Info: 757-664-6464
www.sevenvenues.com
Annual traveling Broadway series hosts a dazzling line-up year after year.

d’ART CENTER
208 East Main Street
757-625-4211
www.d-artcenter.org
Local artists in open-to-the-public studios create, display and sell an eclectic mix of local art.

GRANBY THEATER
421 Granby Street
757-961-7208
www.granbytheater.com
Circa 1915 theater restored to its original splendor, hosting unique meetings, stage and live music performances.

TCC ROPER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
340 Granby Street
757-822-1450
www.tcc.edu/roper
The historic Loew’s Theater restored by Tidewater Community College to host theatrical, educational and musical performance.

MERMAIDS ON PARADE / MERMAID TRAIL
757-664-4266
www.mermaidsonparade.com
Citywide public art project displaying mermaids celebrating nautical, civic pride and diversity themes.

THE NARO EXPANDED CINEMA
1507 Colley Avenue
757-625-6276
www.narocinema.com
Popular single-screen theater in the heart of Ghent featuring independent films.

THE NORVA
317 Monticello
757-627-4547
www.thenorva.com
1,500-seat live music venue featuring national artists in an intimate setting.

VIRGINIA BALLET THEATRE
134 West Olney Road
757-622-4822
www.virginiaballettheatre.org
The premier ballet company of Virginia.

VIRGINIA OPERA ASSOCIATION/HARRISON OPERA HOUSE
160 East Virginia Beach Boulevard
866-OPERA-VA
www.vaopera.org
Virginia Opera brings the world’s most beautiful music and human drama to stage at the elegant Harrison Opera House in downtown Norfolk.

VIRGINIA STAGE COMPANY/ WELLS THEATRE
108 East Tazewell Street
Box Office: 757-627-1234
www.vastage.com
Fabulous live stage productions inside the beautifully restored Wells Theatre.

VIRGINIA SYMPHONY
Box Office: 757-892-6366
www.virginiasymphony.org
Music director JoAnn Falletta leads the Virginia Symphony through more than 140 performances each year.