Stained Glass Window Driving Tour of Norfolk, VA
Southeastern Virginia is home to some of the county’s most historic churches, many graced by stained glass masterworks. As...
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Settlers first came to Norfolk in the early 1600s, and have left their mark on history throughout this coastal city. From Fort Norfolk, one of the last remaining forts authorized by President George Washington, to a walking tour that guides visitors through Norfolk's heritage, there is plenty for you to discover.
The city of Norfolk is an important 400-year-old port city and home to the largest naval base in the world. The history of Greater Norfolk coincides with the birth of our nation, and throughout the region, evidence of this important past can be enjoyed today.
On New Years Day in 1776, two-thirds of the city was destroyed during the Revolutionary War. A cannonball from the siege may be viewed today in the wall of St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
World War II hero, General of the Army Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) and his wife are buried in Norfolk, at the monumental rotunda of The MacArthur Memorial.
Important African-American heritage sites include the Attucks Theatre, The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and West Point Memorial, dedicated to the contributions of African-Americans during the Civil and Spanish-American War.
Southeastern Virginia is home to some of the county’s most historic churches, many graced by stained glass masterworks. As...
Haunted Norfolk Norfolk traces its tales back to the early 17 th century, soon after the first English settlers arrived in the new...
We can be guilty of always toting our larger attractions throughout our city, but should not forget the more unknown locations...
Ten years before the Naval Operating Base (today known as Naval Station Norfolk) was built, the waterfront location was the site...
The amazing history of this bustling "new” corridor. Granby Street – now known as “restaurant...
Do you know these five interesting facts about Ocean View, located on the Chesapeake Bay in Norfolk? A famous wooden roller...
In May of 1862, not long after the historic clash of the ironclads occurred just off...
Waterways to Freedom honors Norfolk’s proud participation in the Underground...
Follow the Cannonball Trail through 400 years of Norfolk and American History. The...
The Hunter House Victorian Museum was built in 1894 for the merchant and banker...
A walk-it-yourself tour, through 400 years of Norfolk and American history. The...
Distinguished as the oldest remaining legitimate theatre in the nation that was...
The last remaining of 19 harbor-front forts authorized in 1794 by President George...
Built in 1739, St. Paul's Church is Norfolk's oldest building, and the only...
Dedicated as a special place of burial for African-American Union Civil War and...
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