Norfolk is one of the most flood-prone cities on the East Coast due to its low elevation and proximity to the ocean. During flooding events, water picks up all types of pollutants and carries it out into the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay. Participants will mimic these events to see the impacts of water quality after a flood
This daily program is included in Nauticus’ general admission.
Norfolk is one of the most flood-prone cities on the East Coast due to its low elevation and proximity to the ocean. During flooding events, water picks up all types of pollutants and carries it out into the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay. Participants will mimic these events to see the impacts of water quality after a flood
This daily program is included in Nauticus’ general admission.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 2PM
Do you have what it takes to survive on the open ocean when your ship goes down? Join us for our interactive floor program as we discuss tools and methods that will help you survive adrift on the ocean.
This daily program is included in Nauticus’ general admission.
This daily program is included in Nauticus’ general admission.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 2PM
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!
Exploring Fossils: Chesapecten Jeffersonius
Did you know Virginia’s state fossil is the Chesapecten Jeffersonius? In this program you will hold real fossils excavated by one of our educators, learn about the fossilization process, and how fossils help us understand ecosystems and change over time—you will even create your own imprint and take home your own DIY recipe for creating fossils at home!
Program included in general admission!
Do you have what it takes to survive on the open ocean when your ship goes down? Join us for our interactive floor program as we discuss tools and methods that will help you survive adrift on the ocean.
This daily program is included in Nauticus’ 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!
Norfolk is one of the most flood-prone cities on the East Coast due to its low elevation and proximity to the ocean. During flooding events, water picks up all types of pollutants and carries it out into the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay. Participants will mimic these events to see the impacts of water quality after a flood
This daily program is included in Nauticus’ general admission.
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.
