Chrysler Museum of Art
Chrysler Museum of Art
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12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Dbornak
55 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
We thought an hour on a rainy day would be a good time here - we spent the better part of 4 hours! It is FREE and so is parking. Although a rainy day can get a little busy. There is an on site bistro and gift shop. This place is known for glass art. It’s a fantastic collection. Nothing like I expected and the area we are from has a history with glass. The entire museum is organized by regions of the world. The glass galleries tell a chronological story with the pieces on display. Other galleries house pieces more related to geographical locations, including some furniture, paintings and sculpture. There is a demonstration area in a different section if you’re able to catch that too.
Written April 15, 2023
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dah00v2
Hampton, VA137 contributions
Aug 2022
I looked at the poor and bad reviews. One said not an art/museum person and was bored. Don't slam the museum because you aren't interested. Either don't write a review or don't go to a museum. The other said that it didn't look like a museum? LOL It does. That's not true. I've been to a lot of museums. I've been to the Met in NY, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Gardner Museum in Boston, Philly Museum of Fine art, All the DC Museums and some smaller ones. This doesn't compare to any of them because they are HUGE museums but if you're going to a NON huge nationally known museum, this is the one to go to. It took about 2.5 hours for me to go through and I rushed because I got there late. So there's enough to see. They don't have an extensive collection, but have pretty much a nice example of some of the masters. They have a Monet, Manet, Gaugin, Renoir, Picasso, Warhol, Matisse, Lichtenstein, O'Keefe, Rodin etc. (Well O'Keefe was not typical but I found that interesting in itself). They had Calder and others. Their main thing is their glass exhibit. Tiffany and most major glass makers and their modern pieces are the star. I'm more into the Impressionists and old Masters as well as Egyptian and Greek stuff but I was impressed specifically buy two glass pieces specifically. Unmatched artisans they found. The Greek and Roman stuff are lacking but they did have a room of each small as it was. They had a lot of interesting Mexican/South American stuff I've not seen before. If you are in the area and like art, it's worth going to. It's smaller if comparing to the Met or Smithsonian but NOT small. And it's pretty. One small gift shop, overpriced like all but the museum is FREE and that's part of how they maintain the museum. Parking free too. Can you complain with parking and entry is free? If so, stop! It's a lovely museum (taken from an art lover).
Written August 14, 2022
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craiginsd
Poway, CA188 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
I’m still stunned over what I just experienced. I have trouble fathoming that a world-class museum is in Norfolk, but this compares favorably to anything I’ve seen, anywhere. Period. The museum isn’t particularly large, so I only planned to spend maybe an hour. I spent three hours. The quantity and variety of works is very good, but the quality of what’s on display is the differentiator. This museum doesn’t just display stuff to fill shelves, it displays things other museums simply can’t, because Chrysler was apparently a very picky collector. And astonishingly, I was told that they only have room to display about 30% of the overall collection. Admission is only $3, and most astonishingly, they ENCOURAGE you to take pictures to share your experience. That’s really very, very rare in a top tier museum. My very highest recommendation… 5+ stars.
Written June 24, 2022
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ellenbee56
Bechtelsville, PA708 contributions
Nov 2022
We recently visited here and really enjoyed exploring the galleries; there was plenty here to catch our interest. There are impressive collections of glass (don’t miss the large chess set made with all glass pieces), porcelain, silver items, Roman and Egyptian antiquities, photography, paintings, statuary, etc. We spent a little over two hours here, which included a quick lunch break at the museum’s “grab & go” café. There was plentiful free onsite parking, as well as free admission. All in all, a very good place to visit!
Written December 1, 2022
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cheryl h
Durham, NC57,498 contributions
Nov 2019
If you are in the area and only have the time for one art museum, I highly recommend this one. I've never seen so many different art genres represented in one place. I found the Beyond The Block inmate art especially touching. The guards in each section were also very nice and some knew a lot about the art. There are over 30,000 pieces of art covering 5000 years within 50 galleries. Be sure to come early. We arrived with 4 hours until closing and were sure that would be enough time. It wasn't so we missed several galleries.
Written May 23, 2020
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TennisStar602
Florida509 contributions
Sep 2021 • Solo
This museum had tons of art from all ages and from all places. The staff was very friendly. There was parking on site which was free and the admission was also free! I was able to watch some glassblowing demonstrations, but I unfortunately could not take a glassblowing course as it was already booked. The surrounding community of Ghent is also stunning and it offers historical houses, interesting plant life, and many bridges over waterways.
Written September 26, 2021
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Mike353632
Virginia Beach, VA2,174 contributions
Aug 2020
My wife and I went for the traveling Edvard Munch exhibit. It was very well presented and told a story along the way. We both found the artwork interesting and were intrigued by his life’s story. We also visited the other rooms in the museum, of which there are several. The museum is noted for its glass and porcelain displays. It also has oils from many time periods, ancient Egyptian and other countries sculptures, some modern art and many other exhibits. I highly recommend seeing the Munch exhibit if it gets to a location near you. I also recommend for locals and tourists alike a visit to the other exhibits at the Chrysler. 8-19-2020
Written August 21, 2020
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CPCTraveler
Raleigh, NC59 contributions
Feb 2023
My wife and I swung by this museum on the way to Virgina Beach and were so happy that we did! I don't know if this is a repeatable experience for others, but we happened to be there the day singers were performing in one of the galleries - it was amazing to tour modern art listening to opera!
The musuem touts its glasswork, and while the historical glass is certainly comprehensive, I was most impressed by the collection of modern and contemporary art. There was a beautiful photo gallery. All in all, it was a great musuem for the unbeatable price of free!
The musuem touts its glasswork, and while the historical glass is certainly comprehensive, I was most impressed by the collection of modern and contemporary art. There was a beautiful photo gallery. All in all, it was a great musuem for the unbeatable price of free!
Written February 14, 2023
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Richard C
Virginia727 contributions
Oct 2022
If I had not noticed that a major exhibition including work by Jacob Lawrence was at the Chrysler, the museum would likely have stayed off my radar. Not only was the special exhibit excellent, the entire museum has some wonderful top shelf art work. The curatorial staff that has been adding contemporary work is doing a bang-up job with wonderful paintings and prints. This should be a destination for anyone who enjoys fine art while traveling.
Written October 21, 2022
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Kathie L
Emmaus, PA53 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
We stumbled on this museum while vacationing at Virginia Beach. We needed a rainy day activity and this exceeded our expectations. Outstanding collection with very well written commentary signs. Excellent facility.
Everyone in our group (age 15-85) enjoyed something and we all came away with different perspectives.
Highly recommending will be back.
If you get a chance to see the alma Thomas exhibit, don’t hesitate! I was unfamiliar with her work. I love her paintings and learning more about her life, influences and perspective.
Everyone in our group (age 15-85) enjoyed something and we all came away with different perspectives.
Highly recommending will be back.
If you get a chance to see the alma Thomas exhibit, don’t hesitate! I was unfamiliar with her work. I love her paintings and learning more about her life, influences and perspective.
Written August 7, 2021
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Have looked at your tour page. Seems that they are geared to students. Can a tour for a group of adults be arranged?
John K
Newport News, VA213 contributions
Of course. This is the most amazing Museum, and I'm sure the docents will accommodate any tour you would like.
Guillaume C
Virginia106 contributions
Admission is free! Allow 2+ hours. Add an additional hour if you are going to see the free, daily glassblowing exhibition across the street.
shawn22316
Greensboro, NC
What is the fee.
Usually, How long does it take to walk around?
Diane B
Norfolk, VA94 contributions
Yes, admission is free, they request a little donation if you can help them out. Plus, parking is free too so it's always a nice afternoon!
Chrysler Museum of Art (Norfolk) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Chrysler Museum of Art is open:
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- Tue - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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