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.
Chess Workshops Aboard Battleship Wisconsin
Join Nauticus on Saturday, April 12th to hone in on your Chess skills!
There will be two workshops offered: Chess Foundations & Intermediate Chess Tactics
2PM: Intermediate Chess Tactics
Level up your chess game at our Intermediate Chess Tactics Workshop! In this dynamic 90-minute session, suitable for ages 7 and up, we’ll delve into advanced tactics, strategic planning, and sharpen decision-making skills on the chessboard. Featuring guest instructors from the Hampton Roads Chess Association, this workshop is designed to elevate your game. Whether you’re a budding enthusiast or a seasoned player, join us on the Battleship Wisconsin for a unique and enriching experience.
Reserve your spot in these workshops today! This workshop is $35 a person and $15 for members! Not a member? Click here to learn more and join!
Battleship Wisconsin’s 81st Birthday Celebration
Join us as we celebrate 81 years of history aboard the mighty Battleship Wisconsin! Enjoy special activities, exclusive tours, and hands-on experiences in honor of this iconic vessel.
🎟️ Special Programs & Events
🔹 VIP Experience (90 min)
Experience an exclusive, in-depth tour of one of the most historic battleships ever built!
🕛 Times: 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM | 🎟️ $100/person | Up to 8 participants per tour
🔹 Command & Control Tour (90 min)
Discover the inner workings of the ship’s command and control operations.
🕛 Start Time: 12:30 PM | 🎟️ $20/person | Up to 20 participants per tour
🔹 Turret Talk (30 min) – Sneak Peek!
Get an insider’s preview of our soon-to-launch Turret Tour and learn how these powerful weapons operated!
🕛 Times: 11 AM & 3 PM | 🎟️ Free!
📍 Location: Captain’s Porch by Turret 2
🔹 Main Deck Tour (45 min)
A great option for families! This wheelchair- and stroller-accessible tour covers key areas of the main deck, including the fo’c’sle (forecastle), midship, and aft.
🕛 Times: 12 PM, 2 PM, 4 PM | 🎟️ $5 per person | Up to 30 people per tour
📍 Starts at Turret 1
🔹 🍦 Ice Cream! The Navy’s Secret Weapon
🕛 Start Time: 12:30 PM | 🎟️ $15 (members) / $35 (non-members) | Up to 15 participants
🍨 Your ticket includes a hands-on ice cream-making session, a private tour of the Battleship Wisconsin’s ice cream shop, and full access to Nauticus & the ship!
👨👩👧👦 All participants under 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
🔹 ♟️ Chess Workshop
Test your strategic skills aboard the Wisconsin in this engaging chess workshop with guest instructors. Learn more here!
Beginner session: 11 AM | Intermediate session: 2 PM
⏰ Times: 11 AM & 2 PM | 🎟️ $15 (members) / $35 (non-members)
Don’t miss this one-day celebration filled with history, family fun, and exclusive experiences. Purchase your ticket here! 🚢🎉
Feeling Foolish!
Join us on Thursday, April 3rd, from 6–9 PM for Nauticus After Dark: Feeling Foolish with Push Comedy Theater 🎭🍹 This 21+ event is packed with surprises, laughs, and unexpected fun as we celebrate the art of comedy and playful deception. Explore interactive exhibits, themed activities, and a lively atmosphere designed to keep you guessing all night long.
The highlight of the night? A hilarious, one-of-a-kind performance by Push Comedy Theater! Their quick wit and improv will have you in stitches as they bring the best of comedy to the waterfront.
Comedy Show Schedule:
🎭 6:00 – 7:00 PM | Doors open for museum exploration
🎭 7:00 – 7:50 PM | Show
🎭 7:50 – 8:15 PM | Intermission
🎭 8:15 – 8:45 PM | Show
Come hungry! Rodman’s Barbe
This is a 21+ event—valid ID required for entry. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of comedy and fun! Grab your tickets NOW!
Tickets:
$20 in advance | $30 day of
Nauticus Members get $10 off!
Discover the simplicity and effectiveness of sound-powered telephones, still utilized in today’s Navy. Join us for a hands-on experience, testing these reliable communication devices firsthand.
Program included in general admission!
Discover the simplicity and effectiveness of sound-powered telephones, still utilized in today’s Navy. Join us for a hands-on experience, testing these reliable communication devices firsthand.
Program included in general admission!
Something you don’t want to miss!
Get ready to slam dunk into an unforgettable experience at our March Madness-themed Girls Basketball Clinic on March 29 at Huntersville Community Center! Lace up your sneakers, bring your A-game, and take your skills to the next level while having a blast with other hoop enthusiasts. For grades 2-8.
Don’t miss out on this epic opportunity—register now at https://norfolkfun.norfolk.gov (March Madness Teen Tournament #3092601-02). It’s game time!
Unleash your inner artist and mingle with your neighbors at the Summer Sip & Paint event happening at Ingleside Recreation on April 26! We’ll have everything you need to create your masterpiece—paint, canvas, groovy music, and delicious drinks and refreshments to keep your spirits high while you unleash your imagination! Register online at https://norfolkfun.norfolk.gov.
Join us for a day of community designed to inspire eco-friendly living and opportunities to bridge sustainable practices with how we eat, learn, play, and experience our incredible city and community, together.
Event highlights include:
-Interactive Workshops
-Kids’ Eco-Zone
-Community Art Project
-Green Marketplace
-Eco-Tours
-Sustainability Panels and Discussions
-Free Food from Sustain & Feed
