The Barry Art Museum is operated by the Old Dominion University Museum Foundation, in partnership with Old Dominion University. Admission is Free. Public programs and activities are offered.

Be Well and Bloom is a small outpatient therapy practice located in the Ghent area of Norfolk.

Now offering a free monthly social-emotional story time.

Join us monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 10:30 am for a free social emotional story and a craft or activity.

Perfect for toddlers/preschoolers but all ages are welcome!

Environmental non-profit working to restore the Elizabeth River through on-the-ground restoration and interactive environmental education

Located in the historic Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia, the Fred Heutte Garden is a great place to visit, stroll or volunteer.

There’s always something new happening, and volunteer gardeners are happy to answer any questions you might have or show you around the garden. Check link for schedule of upcoming events such as art classes, storytimes, and plant themed activities.

The Freemason Playground is fully accessible and designed for children ages 5 to 12. The playground features a colorful nautical themed ship sailing on a sea of blue rubberized safety play surface.

Museum follows the extensive history of the fleet in Hampton Roads. Free Admission. Seasonal Family Programming.

Historic home with art galleries, gardens, woodlands and wetlands. Art classes, family programming, camps and more in the newly renovated Visual Arts Studio!

Hermitage Museum & Gardens

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Marc and Donna

14:36 25 Aug 25

This museum is a delight, and a surprise! Much more than I expected in so many ways. The beauty of the grounds are awesome. The museum is on the river so it is lovely. There are gardens, but we didn't see anything in bloom. Inside the art collection is amazing. If you like Asian art, then you will love this museum because there is a lot of Asian art pieces among other art as well. There was a huge sculpture on exhibit (traveling) which is definitely worth seeing. They keep the museum and grounds immaculate. The staff are knowledgeable, and friendly. The Hermitage Museum and Gardens is a hidden gem, and we will return when the weather is cooler.

Dark Seraphim

17:15 17 Aug 25

Awesome gardens and historic house museum. The staff was super friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. This place is a hidden gem and highly recommend.

Diane Leiter

22:03 11 Aug 25

Such a surprise! This place is beautiful, and that sculpture is awesome. Great trails, wonderful museum and beautiful scenery. Will definitely return.

Picture Perfect Media

19:43 24 May 25

We filmed Sam & Jardel's wedding at The Hermitage recently and, although it wasn't our first time filming there, it was probably the most fun we have ever had. We can't recommend it enough to potential future couples! If you're on the fence, we say, go for it! The venue coordinators are extremely nice, professional and so helpful. One of the most overlooked and undersold things about The Hermitage for couples getting married there is the garden surrounding the grounds, that make for such a majestic environment for photography and videography. We rank this as one of our favorite venues in Hampton Roads to film in and highly recommend it to everybody we meet that are still searching for the right venue for them.

If you'd like to see their film, you can find it on our website and Instagram for some inspiration!

Lev Fr

10:00 18 Apr 25

A nice little museum placed in the beautiful setting . Trails, interesting views of the port. Free to visit. An interesting art collection, but it is somewhat chaotic , almost randomly placed in the cabinets and underrepresented (in a sense, that very little information is provided). The museum part of the place is a bit amateurish and underfunded.

The Hunter House Victorian Museum serves as a rich example of Victorian decorative arts and architecture. Guests are invited to meet the Hunters as they tour two floors of the home, which feature the Hunter family's collection of furniture, books, decorative objects, and more. Join us and transport yourself to the splendor and opulence of the Victorian Era! Storytime and special events for children and families are available.

Activities, Events, and Storytimes.

Activities, Events, and Storytimes.

Free Hand-On Building Clinics for Kids. Registration is recommended, these do fill up!

Activities, Events, and Storytimes. Children's Indoor Play Area.

Shaded playground for ages 2-12, fenced dog park, half basketball court.

Military Families - Activities through your local Morale, Welfare & Recreation Office. Youth athletics. Swim Lessons. Summer camp ages 5-12.

Norfolk Festevents organizes special events, concerts, festivals and more in the City of Norfolk. Town Point Park has interactive water fountains the kids can play in. Many festival/events are free or low cost.

Historic home. Free admission and guided tours.

History of police force and fire rescue in Norfolk. Free admission, donations are appreciated.

Outdoor gated playground within the grounds of the Norfolk Premium Outlets.

Free Library Programs and Services including storytimes, classes for all ages, and homework assistance.

Over 180 years of railroad history. Free admission.

Public park with playground, picnic shelters, aquatic center, athletic fields/courts, skate park

Public Skate Park

Local museum in Ocean View, Norfolk

Activities, Events, and Storytimes

Now open! A significant book collection of more than 30,000 popular and classic fiction and nonfiction titles, and other materials for all ages. Computer Lab with 24 computers, African American Collection, Meeting Room, Collaboration Room, Two Study Rooms, Teen Reading Area, Reading Patio, Children’s Library with a Playscape and KidZone, A 5000 Square Foot Nature Explorium, an outdoor classroom with active learning stations that will offer a way to connect learning, literacy, and an appreciation of nature as a regular part of a library visit for children and families.