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Since 1917, the Norfolk Society of Arts has supported arts and culture in the Hampton Roads community.

We offer a world class lecture series, which is free and open to the public, and continued financial support for the Chrysler Museum of Art.

10/12/2026

A new look at American art.

Join the Norfolk Society of Arts for an illustrated lecture by Dr. Kathleen A. Foster, The Robert L. McNeil, Jr., Senior Curator and Head of American Art and Director of the Center for American Art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

In celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, the has created a spectacular new presentation of American art, bringing together works from its collection with important loans from the Middleton family collection.

Dr. Foster will explore “A Nation of Artists,” a major reinstallation that offers a fresh, chronological look at American creativity across many media, informed by new research and interpretation.

📅 Wednesday, October 28
📍 Chrysler Museum of Art
☕ Coffee at 10:30 AM
🎤 Lecture at 11:00 AM
🎟 Free & open to the public. No RSVP required.

Bring a friend and enjoy a morning of American art, history, and conversation.

10/02/2026

Thank you to Dr. Elizabeth Nogrady for her fascinating September lecture, From Rembrandt to Vermeer: The Leiden Collection of Seventeenth-Century Dutch Paintings, at The Chrysler Museum of Art.

Guests enjoyed an engaging exploration of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces, featuring works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals, and more.

Thank you to everyone who joined us! We look forward to another inspiring season of art and learning.

09/16/2026

Masterpieces. History. Coffee. ☕🎨

On Wednesday, September 23, the Norfolk Society of Arts welcomes Dr. Elizabeth Nogrady, Curator of The Leiden Collection, for an engaging look at one of the foremost private collections of Dutch Golden Age paintings.

Discover the stories behind works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals, and other celebrated artists while exploring how The Leiden Collection partners with museums worldwide to share these treasures with the public.

📅 Wednesday, September 23
📍 Chrysler Museum of Art
☕ Coffee at 10:30 AM
🎤 Lecture at 11:00 AM
🎟 Free and open to the public
We hope to see you there!

07/08/2026

Take a look at the 2026–2027 Norfolk Society of Arts Lecture Series and mark your calendar for an outstanding lineup of distinguished guest speakers!

05/12/2026

What a wonderful turnout for our May Lecture and Luncheon featuring best-selling author Meryl Gordon. We enjoyed a full house for the luncheon that followed in The Chrysler Museum of Art Huber Court, complete with live music and a delightful meal.

Thank you to our Norfolk Society of Arts members for your continued support in making this another engaging and memorable season. We look forward to sharing details for our 2026–2027 season soon!

04/29/2026

Don’t miss this captivating lecture with best-selling author Meryl Gordon on Monday, May 4 at the The Chrysler Museum of Art. Please consider carpooling and arriving early in light of limited parking availability. Auditorium doors should open at 10:15 am.

04/16/2026

Don’t miss this captivating lecture with best-selling author Meryl Gordon on May 4 at the The Chrysler Museum of Art.

Her talk, The Woman Who Knew Everyone, brings to life Perle Mesta—the influential Washington hostess who shaped conversations at the highest levels for decades.

📚 Lecture + book signing
🍽️ Optional luncheon to follow

Spots are filling—reserve yours today:
https://www.norfolksocietyarts.org/nsa-spring-luncheon

04/10/2026

Join us for an inspiring morning at the Norfolk Society of Arts’ Annual Meeting & Special Lecture on May 4 at the The Chrysler Museum of Art.

We are thrilled to welcome best-selling author and journalist Meryl Gordon, presenting: The Woman Who Knew Everyone: The Power of Perle Mesta, Washington’s Most Famous Hostess

Discover the fascinating story of Perle Mesta—Washington’s most legendary hostess and a powerful figure behind the scenes with four U.S. presidents.

✨ Book signing to follow the lecture
🍽️ Optional luncheon to follow

Learn more + reserve your spot: https://www.norfolksocietyarts.org/nsa-spring-luncheon

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One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA
23510

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https://www.norfolksocietyarts.org/

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