Best Arts and Culture Places in Chesapeake

"Rather than famous art from antiquity, the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) keeps a fresh stock of new art by acclaimed artists of today. An excellent museum for locals, MOCA constantly refreshes its collection with new exhibits. But MOCA is more than a stand-and-stare art gallery."

"The Contemporary Art Center in Virginia Beach is a vibrant exhibition space for all the latest art. Here you can see paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography and glass-works by local artists as well as artists from around the world. Operation hours: Tuesday - Friday: 10 am - 5 pm."

"The Hermitage Museum and Gardens is another famous art museum in Norfolk, Virginia featuring pieces of art that date back 5,000 years. Visitors will also be able to check out indoor and outdoor exhibitions that change regularly, as well as the Visual Arts Studio and the 12 acres of land outside where it is possible to view art and culture. Check out the website frequently to see the different events that are hosted by the museum, many of which are child-friendly."

"For a taste of how Norfolk would have looked in the days of old check out the Hermitage Museum and Gardens, now a home and art museum. The Sloane House here stands on the banks of the scenic Lafayette River and dates from the beginning of the 20th century. The house has over 40,000 period objects on show and the gardens here spread for 12 acres that include lush forests as well as wetlands."

"For an eclectic day of history, arts, and creativity, you can go wrong with a visit to the Hermitage Museum and Gardens!. One of the best things to do in Norfolk VA, you’ll get a little bit of everything when touring this historic home!. The 20th Century house doubles as a museum with a world-wide collection of art."

"As Norfolk’s art center, the d’Art Center proudly serves the greater Hampton Roads area by connecting the community with the visual arts. A non-profit 501c(3), d’Art offers art education, programming, outreach, and events, many of which are free and open to the public. D’Art also houses studios, occupied by professional resident artists working in a variety of media, including painting, glass, ceramics, printmaking, and fiber art."

"d'Art Center is a unique visual arts facility that hosts working art studios creating, displaying and selling original fine art and provides the public with the opportunity to meet their artists and see how art is made. They also offer adult and children's art classes, workshops and summer art camps. See their current event and exhibition schedule here."

"One of the coolest things to do in Norfolk is to visit the Selden Market – a place where you can experience and enjoy many of the city’s newer concepts in fashion, food, coffee, and more!. Located in the famous Selden Arcade building in downtown Norfolk, the repurposed space is paving the way for local businesses in Hampton Roads. View this post on Instagram"

"208 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510-1608+1 757-510-2740[email protected]http://seldenmarket.com. Selden Market is Norfolk's first retail incubator. We offer a mix up-and-coming concepts in retail, food and more from local, small businesses."

"Jones Art Gallery, in Virginia Beach’s Town Center District, is open by appointment only. Call them at 757-557-6868 to make an appointment, where you can view the art in comfort and safety and even meet the artists. You can also view their work online at jonesart.com or on their Facebook Page at facebook.com/jonesartgallery."

"Owner and artist, Ukwensi Chappell, creates his art through a mixture of color, movement and texture. While he has other artist work on display, you can also find his unique pieces on display as well. His art represents the explosion of a newly born galaxy, the swirling of a whirlpool, the inside of geodes, gemstones, texture, nature and more!"

"-style tapas dishes which changes seasonally and according to the availability of fresh produce. From the decadent lobster-stuffed devilled eggs topped with wasabi tobiko encapsulating the essence of fusion cuisine to the more down-to-earth sweet chilli-glazed chicken in a quick-blanched Napa cabbage leaf, Bardo’s specialties showcase Chef and Owner Mike Farrel’s ability to jump seamlessly between flavors and traditions while producing something quite out of the ordinary. After a light meal, try one of Bardo’s signature elixirs, or, to put it simply, fabulous cocktails."

"‘s menu favors quality over quantity, which explains the fact that there are only four mains on the evening menu; the choice is sufficient, however, as the flavor combinations proposed by Field Guide are simple yet satisfying. Try the Pillow Magik, which is ricotta gnocchi cooked with tomato, mushroom and basil, or the Boaring Meatloaf served with mac’n’cheese and seared greens."

"As Norfolk’s art center, the d’Art Center proudly serves the greater Hampton Roads area by connecting the community with the visual arts. A non-profit 501c(3), d’Art offers art education, programming, outreach, and events, many of which are free and open to the public. D’Art also houses studios, occupied by professional resident artists working in a variety of media, including painting, glass, ceramics, printmaking, and fiber art."

"d'Art Center is a unique visual arts facility that hosts working art studios creating, displaying and selling original fine art and provides the public with the opportunity to meet their artists and see how art is made. They also offer adult and children's art classes, workshops and summer art camps. See their current event and exhibition schedule here."

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