Arts and Entertainment

True Crime: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour

October 24 2026

5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
The Slover 235 E Plume St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free & Open to the Public
**Free & Open to the Public**
Explore Norfolk’s scandalous past through stories of crime, vice, and city-shaping drama.
This tour will focus on some of Downtown Norfolk’s most scandalous events, from red-light districts and murders to robberies and riots. From the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century, Norfolk underwent turmoil and rebirth, and within all of that drama, criminal masterminds staked their claim. This tour will tell their stories.
About the Downtown Norfolk Council:
The Downtown Norfolk Council (DNC) is a private, not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing the economic vitality and cultural vibrancy of Downtown Norfolk through advocacy, collaboration, and programming. Find events, directories, and resources at www.DowntownNorfolk.org and follow @Downtown757 Instagram and @DowntownNorfolk on Facebook.
About Norfolk Tour Company:
Norfolk Tour Company offers engaging and informative walking tours that explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and unique neighborhoods of Norfolk, Virginia. Check out more of our available tours at https://www.toursofnorfolk.com/tours

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