adult programs & EVENTS

Learn more about the collection, special exhibitions, and the Historic Houses through lectures, films, Gallery Talks, Public Tours, and more.

The Art of Jazz
Norfolk Society of Art Lecture Series
The Norfolk History Series
Art After Dark
Workshops
Gallery Talks
Group Tours
Senior Art Forum
Irene Leache Memorial Grant

THE ART OF JAZZ

The popular Art of Jazz features an all-star lineup of regional performers every Wednesday night from 6:15 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. in the Museum’s Huber Court. Wine and refreshments are available for purchase, and the Museum’s galleries stay open for guests’ enjoyment.

The Fine Art of Wine―an informal wine tasting―takes place the first Wednesday of each month and is sponsored by Farm Fresh. Members receive a $1 discount on each glass of wine and half-off wine tasting.

Norfolk Society of Art Lecture Series
2009-2010 Lecture Schedule

THE NORFOLK HISTORY SERIES

The Chrysler Museum’s Historic Houses partner with the Norfolk Historical Society to sponsor programs highlighting local and regional history on the second Wednesday of each month.  Programs are at 7 p.m. in the Chrysler’s Kaufman Theatre, and refreshments are offered after each event. Cost: Free for Members of the Friends of Historic Houses and the Norfolk Historical Society, $5 for all others. For more information, please call (757) 333-1087.

ART AFTER DARK

This exciting outdoor film series runs from June through September. Art After Dark features a Gallery Talk in the Museum at 7 p.m. followed by a film presentation in Mary’s Garden at 8 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. For further information or to join the Art After Dark e-mail list, please call (757) 333-6268.

WORKSHOPS

Educational workshops for adults are offered periodically throughout the year. Special emphasis is placed on using the Chrysler’s Permanent Collection as a basis for inspiration and study. Click here for more information on upcoming workshops.

GALLERY TALKS

Gallery Talks take place on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 12:30 p.m., or Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.  Topics range from specific highlights of the Chrysler collection to our special exhibitions. These docent-led tours are free to all and start at the Welcome Desk in Huber Court. For this week's schedule, please consult the Calendar of Events.

Group TOURS

Private group tours of the Chrysler Museum’s collection, special exhibitions and Historic Houses can be scheduled throughout the year. Please call (757) 333-6269 for more information. Cost: $25 per guide, with one guide for every 20 guests. Special exhibitions may also have additional entry fees for those who are not Museum Members.

IRENE LEACHE MEMORIAL GRANT
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SENIOR ART FORUM

This senior citizens group meets at 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month unless otherwise noted for a tour, discussion, and light refreshments. No reservations are necessary for individuals, but please call (757) 333-6268 for group reservations. Cost: Included with Museum admission or free to Museum Members.