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.
Shop local artisans & makers
Enjoy live music
Grab lunch from local food vendors
Bring the whole family
Upcoming Dates:
Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 11am
Are you ready to take the challenge? Homeschoolers of all ages can join Nauticus Educators in The Lab as they present different tasks to test and retest as you engage in the scientific method. We’ll have multiple challenges for all ages, from a mock volcano for our youngest learners to exploring refraction and seeing how concentrated a beam of light is using tinfoil and an index card. Stay as long as you’d like in this open workshop STEM challenge, because science takes time!
$5 per student – Register Here!
Boots ‘N Beats is taking over PBR Norfolk on April 3rd for a one-of-a-kind night of Country-EDM! The first 30 minutes of the night will feature a live country opener playing your favorite hits, followed by a headlining DJ set playing EDM mashups of your favorite country songs. Grab your cowboy hats, your dancing boots, and get ready for a night of country EDM!
Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 10AM-5PM
Set sail for a day of exploration at Sail Nauticus: Open Harbor, a special Discovery Day at Nauticus! On Saturday, March 14, from 10 AM – 5 PM, we invite you to immerse yourself in the excitement of sailing and maritime discovery.
This day is your chance to explore the entire Nauticus Discovery Center, where you can dive into the creativity and engineering behind sailing vessels. Plus, enjoy discounted museum admission for just $12 per person all day!
Take part in hands-on activities, an interactive workshop, and engaging demonstrations all focused on maritime science and sailing. There’s something for everyone!
For those eager to get out on the water, we’re offering the chance to sail aboard our Harbor 20 sailboats for as little as $15 for members and $35 for non-members—a perfect opportunity to experience the thrill of sailing firsthand! Learn more and register here!
For those more interested on land activities, we’re offering a Tie-Dye Suncatchers Workshop for as little as $10 per person and FREE for Nauticus members. This is an open session, so join us any time between 11AM – 2PM. To learn more or purchase, please click here.
Join us for a full day of discovery, adventure, and wonder at Nauticus. No prior experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and a love for the water!
**This event is located on the third floor of The Slover.**
Join us for an informative session designed to help entrepreneurs protect and grow their businesses with confidence by learning to understand legal and compliance tips. This workshop features guest speaker Jazmin Mullen-Allen, Esq. of JMA Law Professional Legal Services.
**This group orientation is located inside of The Slover’s Maker Studio, which is in Selden Market (across from Stockpot).**
Want to use the Cricut machines for a personal project? Join The Slover’s Creative Studios team for a group orientation first. During this orientation, you will become acclimated to our systems and equipment, learning how to safely operate and run your own creations. Attendance is free.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Join the MacArthur Memorial as we explore the legacy of American civil-military affairs seventy-five years after General Douglas MacArthur’s relief by President Harry Truman.
Seventy-five years ago, on April 11, 1951, President Harry S. Truman relieved General Douglas MacArthur of his commands during the Korean War. The celebrated World War II hero had publicly disagreed with administration policy by advocating escalation against China and challenging efforts to limit the conflict. Debates persist over the merits of Truman’s and MacArthur’s opposing views of the proper way to conduct the war, but Truman’s decision firmly upheld the constitutional principle of civilian control of the military: elected leaders, not generals, set national policy—even amid wartime pressures and with a hugely popular commander. Controversial then, the relief’s legacy endures, informing ongoing discussions on character, conscience, and the balance between military and civilian authority.
To mark the 75th anniversary, the MacArthur Memorial in partnership with the Truman Library is hosting a half-day symposium that will examine the relief from both Truman’s and MacArthur’s perspectives, situate it in the context of broader American military history, and explore its ongoing legacy. Speakers include Mark Adams (Director, Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum), Dr. Tim Orr (Associate Professor of Military History, Old Dominion University), and Jim Zobel (Archivist, MacArthur Memorial).
FAQs
Do I need to register?
This event is free but registration is encouraged. Reserve your seat on Eventbite!
Where is the event?
This event will take place in the MacArthur Memorial Visitor Center theater located at 150 Bank Street, Norfolk, VA.
Where can I park?
Parking tickets from the South Deck of MacArthur Center Mall can be validated for up to three hours for event attendees. Parking rates apply after three hours. Bring your ticket to the Visitor Center desk for validation. The museum is also located next to a Tide Light Rail station and city bus stop.
Is the building accessible?
All MacArthur Memorial buildings are accessible.
When do doors open?
Doors open at 8:00AM. There will be coffee and tea in the Visitors Center Great Hall throughout the event.
I will not be in Norfolk, Va that day. Can I attend virtually?
Yes! This event will be livestreamed. To gain access to the livestream, which will allow you to also participate in the Q&A sessions, please register for virtual attendance on StreamYard!
How do I learn more about supporting the MacArthur Memorial?
We invite you to join the MacArthur Committee of the General Douglas MacArthur Foundation, which provides support for MacArthur Memorial public programming, exhibits, education programs, and collection conservation.
Hosted by Norfolk Community Services Board Prevention Services.
The Activate Your Wellness campaign promotes overall wellbeing by encouraging people to take small steps to improve their health across the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
It is a positive, optimistic campaign that aims to let Virginians know it’s okay if their wellness isn’t perfect and provides them with tools and resources for improvement.
The campaign is structured around the Eight Dimensions of Wellness: Environmental, Emotional, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social and Spiritual.
The presentation will emphasize positivity, growth, and optimism, encouraging small, actionable steps toward a healthier life. It will also cover an explanation of each dimension and ideas on what steps could be taken in order to reach the larger goal.
Presentation is FREE and open to all, but registration is required.
Please click HERE to reserve your spot or call (757) 823-1630.
Thursday, March 26, 2026
QPR stands for Question, Persuade and Refer – the three simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
Just as people trained in CPR and choking first aid, anyone can learn what to do to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade and refer someone to get help.
Say YES to saving the life of a friend, colleague, family-member, neighbor.
This free training presented by Norfolk Community Services Board Prevention Services will teach participants how to use the QPR technique and how it helps.
Please click HERE to reserve your spot or call (757) 823-1630.
