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Presented by The Perry Family Foundation & The d'Art CenterJoin us for a dazzling journey through Norfolk’s vibrant glass art scene! Discover the artistry, innovation, and craftsmanship that define our city’s glass community as we connect three incredible venues, during the grand reopening weekend of the Chrysler’s newly expanded Perry Glass Studio.
Venues:
d’Art Center: 740 Boush Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
The Chrysler Museum’s Perry Glass Studio: 245 Grace Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
The Glass Light Hotel: 201 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA 23510
Self-Guided Experience:
This is a self-guided free adventure designed to be enjoyed at your own pace. Start your journey at the d’Art Center and snag your Circuit Swag Bag, Program, and Stamp Card! Collect stamps at each of the venues, and make lasting memories as you explore Norfolk’s vibrant glass art scene. Turn your Circuit Stamp card in at the end of your day and be entered to win a lottery of prizes from each venue, such as a Chef’s Counter Dinner at Glass Light, Glass Making Classes at Chrysler, and more!
Celebrate the art of glass and the creative spirit of Norfolk! Don’t miss this unique event that unites artistry, community, and inspiration.
What’s on the tour:
During The Circuit Tour....
d’Art Center will have the Glass Immersed Exhibit on view, glass demos, and free art activities for all ages. The Glass Immersed Exhibit include work from both emerging and established artists connected with the Chrysler’s Perry Glass Studio, as well as works from The Perry Glass Art Collection.
The Glass Light Hotel will have their gallery open, and glass demos. The Perry Glass Art Collection features beautiful glass pieces from local and internationally renowned artists. This private collection encompasses two floors of over 65 glass art pieces from world renowned artists. Some currently being featured are Dale Chihuly, Stephen Rolfe Powell, Nancy Callan, Karen Lamonte, Peter Bremers, Katherine Gray and Lucy Lyon.
The Chrysler and Perry Glass Studio will have their El Día de los Niños (Children’s Day) Festival/Block Party.
Highlights of the Day:
Glass art exhibits
Live glassmaking demonstrations
Interactive activities for all ages
Meet-and-greet with glass artists
Special celebratory surprises at each stop
Tour Directions & Transportation:
Park your car in The NEON District (see map here: https://d-artcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/NEON-PARKING-MAP-2024-2.png)
d’Art Center and The Chrysler are neighbors in The NEON District, so travel by foot between those two locations – but start at d’Art Center to collect your Circuit Swag Bag, Program & Stamp Card!
Norfolk’s FREE.RIDE.EVERY.DAY (better known as F.R.E. D) will be running the Circuit from The NEON District to Downtown all day! Tour goers can also utilize Norfolk’s Limes to get from The NEON District to Downtown.
More information coming soon!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
740 Boush St., Norfolk, VA, United States, Virginia 23510
