Arts and Entertainment

Daredevil with a Daguerreotype: The story of Jessie Tarbox Beals

July 12 2026

1:00 p.m.
Hunter House Victorian Museum 240 W Freemason St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free for members

Come learn all about the daring feats of Jessie Tarbox Beals, the first female photojournalist in the United States. Known for her “hustle” and willingness to do anything to get the perfect shot. Jessie created some of the most iconic photos of the 1904 world’s fair that we know today. Join us for a cup of tea as we dive into her incredible story.

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