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Spend the Summer at Nauticus

…your camper ready for an adventure-packed summer along the downtown Norfolk Waterfront? nauticus’ Summer Camps combine fun and games with exciting, hands-on STEM to Stern activities.The Maritime Explorers camp is open to all children ages 8-12. Experienced sailors or past camp…

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Nauticus After Dark

…us for a vibrant 21+ evening celebrating Mardi Gras with a twist at the first nauticus After Dark of 2025! Explore our exciting new exhibits after hours while indulging in the festive spirit of the Big Easy. Event Highlights:🎭 Live Music: Groove to the soulful sounds of the Hot Gumbo…

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Nauticus Celebrates International Clean Energy Day

…invites the community to join them on Sunday, January 26th, for an exciting celebration of International Clean Energy Day. Visitors can explore the world of renewable energy and learn about the innovative solutions shaping a more sustainable future. This special admission price includes full…

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Nauticus After Dark: WinterFest on the Wisconsin

…the holiday season with this special night designed exclusively for adults at "nauticus After Dark: WinterFest on the Wisconsin" on Thursday, December 5th from 5 PM to 9 PM. This 21+ event promises an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer and playful mischief aboard the historic USS…

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Reimagine Nauticus Opens Nov. 9

…a comprehensive redesign of all its exhibit and visitor experience areas, nauticus invites the Hampton Roads community to experience a totally “reimagined” maritime discovery center on Saturday, November 9, and Sunday, November 10, 2024.  This grand reopening will showcase all-new…

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Nauticus After Dark: Mystery at the Museum

…at the MuseumGrab your friends and start your weekend early with nauticus After Dark, an evening event series exclusively for adults 21+.This month, enjoy a “Mystery at the Museum“, featuring the Push Comedy Theater as they host a spooky and hilarious interactive mystery to solve…

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Nauticus After Dark: Mystery at the Museum

…your friends and start your weekend early with nauticus After Dark, an evening event series exclusively for adults 21+. Each event showcases a different theme and features entertainment, activities, games, and experiences you can’t get at any other visit to nauticus. Explore the building…

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Nauticus Reimagine Grand Opening

…the first to experience the newly transformed nauticus during our Grand Opening Weekend on November 9 & 10. Discover exciting new exhibits, interactive displays, and an all-new visitor entry experience.HoursSaturday, Nov. 9: 10 AM – 5 PMSunday, Nov. 10: 12 PM – 5 PMTickets$5 in…

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Homeschool Day at Nauticus

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Nauticus 30th Anniversary

…opening in 1994, nauticus has welcomed nearly four and a half million visitors and grown its campus to include the historic Battleship Wisconsin, Sail nauticus sailing center, Schooner Virginia tall ship and Half Moone Cruise Terminal. To celebrate three decades of sharing access to…