The city-owned museum is housed in a former library near downtown. It opened in 1986 to emphasize art and features changing exhibits. The museum also has periodic arts and crafts, theatrical and children's programs. It is home to the Suffolk Art League. Hours are 10 AM to 5 PM Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 PM on Sunday.
Admission is free.
You may have trouble finding Fort Norfolk, but it's worth the hunt. This jewel of a historic site is one of our favorite spots for a family outing. The fort along the Elizabeth River near downtown was authorized by President George Washington and Congress in 1794 to protect the Norfolk harbor. Most of the buildings date from 1810. Since then the fort has hardly changed.