Arts and Entertainment

Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series

October 14 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
The MacArthur Memorial Visitors Center 198 Bank Street Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free and open to the public
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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series
Wednesday, October 14, 2026

The MacArthur Memorial is proud to host the Norfolk Historical Society’s Louis Guy Lecture Series every second Wednesday of each month. These lectures are free and open to the public!

Join the Norfolk Historical Society every second Wednesday of the month for a free, public lecture on Norfolk and Hampton Roads’ history.

More details to come.

For more information, please visit the Norfolk Historical Society’s website: https://norfolkhistoricalsociety.wildapricot.org/

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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series

September 9 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
The MacArthur Memorial Visitors Center 198 Bank Street Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free and open to the public
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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series
Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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For more information, please visit the Norfolk Historical Society’s website: https://norfolkhistoricalsociety.wildapricot.org/

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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series

August 12 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
The MacArthur Memorial Visitors Center 198 Bank Street Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free and open to the public
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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series
Wednesday, August 12, 2026

The MacArthur Memorial is proud to host the Norfolk Historical Society’s Louis Guy Lecture Series every second Wednesday of each month. These lectures are free and open to the public!

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More details to come.

For more information, please visit the Norfolk Historical Society’s website: https://norfolkhistoricalsociety.wildapricot.org/

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Rope Making at Nauticus

February 26 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Nauticus- Third Floor - Design, Build, Sail! 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, 757-664-1000 Price: Included in General Admission
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Rope Making

Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 2PM

Rope making is a chance to learn and create with your hands in an interactive way.

Discover how rope and rope making has been implemented on board ships for hundreds of years and how it impacted economic trade throughout the world’s oceans.

Rope making doesn’t just have to involve producing rope for sailing. Help craft your own colorful rope bracelet using technology our ancestors did as we dive into all these topics while spinning your way through history.

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Winter Survival at Nauticus

February 27 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Nauticus- Third Floor - Atrium 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, 757-664-1000 Price: Included in General Admission
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Winter Survival

Friday, February 27, 2026 | 11AM

Visitors will dive into the Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake Bay and learn about the different winter behaviors of some of our aquatic neighbors and residents here at Nauticus!

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Exploring Colors at Nauticus

March 1 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Nauticus- Third Floor - Norfolk In Time 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, 757-664-1000 Price: Included in General Admission
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Exploring Colors

Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 11AM

When you wear color-filtering lenses, all other colors are blocked, changing how you perceive color. Come test this phenomenon and see how well you can sort different colored items while wearing different color lenses.

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Abandon Ship – Winter Edition

March 1 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Nauticus- Third Floor - Atrium 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, 757-664-1000 Price: Included in General Admission
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Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 2PM

Do you have what it takes to survive in cold waters? Participants will learn about the different tools necessary for survival and rescue on the open ocean and will be able to try on real-life immersion suits!

This daily program is included in Nauticus’ general admission.

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Toddler Time

March 25 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, 757-664-1000 Price: $19.95 for Adults | $7 for children 3-12
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Toddler Time

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 9:30 AM

Offered once a month, Toddler Time provides parents with children ages 1-5 years old, fun and educational content that will engage your youngsters’ mind. Admission to Toddler Time includes an instructor-led program + access to the Battleship Wisconsin following the program.

As always, kids 2 and under are FREE to Nauticus every day but registration is required for all members in your party.

Members are FREE. Not a member? Join today!

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Nauticus After Dark

March 26 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Nauticus 1 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510, 757-664-1000 Price: $12 per person in advance | Nauticus Members get $5 off!
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Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 5:30 PM

Books & Booze!

Grab your friends and start your weekend early with Nauticus After Dark, an evening event series exclusively for adults 21+.

Join us on Thursday, March 26th from 5:30PM – 8PM for shopping, sipping, and exploring at Nauticus! Browse a curated selection of local vendors and book sellers while enjoying food and drinks, all set within our stunning waterfront museum. Plus, enjoy exclusive after-hours access to our exhibits as you mix, mingle, and discover something new.

Anchor & Spoon, our brand new cafe, will be offering food and *girl dinner*! Enjoy a caesar salad, french fries, a Diet Coke, and more! Plus, browse our gift shop after hours for some other amazing finds!

Perfect for a fun night out with friends, fellow book lovers, or anyone looking for a unique Norfolk experience!

📚 Book & Bookish Vendors:
Elevated Lifestyles
EverJane Boutique
Lit Garage
Literature & Libations
Myth & Merriment Events
Prince Books
Reagans Reading Relics
Starbound Books and Tea
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Wands Books

💎 Permanent Jewelry:
Dainty & Dazzled

💅 Nail Art:
Pretty and Painted 

🔮 Tarot Card Reading:
The Liminal Soul Healing 

Please note, capacity is limited for this specialty event. Purchase your ticket early! 

Tickets:
$12 per person
Nauticus Members get $5 off!

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Being On The Water

Living on the Elizabeth River Trail: A Tour of Freemason

March 28 2026

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Lecture begins at 7:00 PM.
Pagoda & Oriental Garden 265 W Tazewell St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: FREE tour
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Join Norfolk Tour Company for a FREE tour of the Elizabeth River Trail, which will explore life along the trail in the Freemason Neighborhood. In partnership with the Elizabeth River Trail Foundation, your tour guide will discuss the history of the area, with Freemason as an amenity of the trail (and vice-versa).
The group will be able to experience trail amenities right in Freemason, view public art, and get to know the trail route through this historic neighborhood.
Guests should meet at the open space between the Pagoda and the Elizabeth River for a casual, easy-paced walk that will last about an hour. Wear comfy shoes. Dogs & kids welcome!
Check out more of our available tours at https://www.toursofnorfolk.com/tours

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