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Schooner Virginia Brings First Place Trophy Home to Norfolk

Nauticus Foundation Celebrates Schooner Virginia’s Victory in 34th Annual Great Chesapeake Bay Schooner Race. Norfolk, VA -- Nauticus is delighted to announce that the Schooner Virginia  had a triumphant return to Norfolk this past weekend earning first place in the…

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Nauticus Foundation Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer

Amy Owens brings more than two decades of experience in financial leadership . Norfolk, Va. (October 10, 2023) – After a nationwide search, Nauticus is delighted to announce the hiring of Amy Owens, Chief Financial Officer. In her new role, Owens will help…

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Region’s Most Unique Waterfront Event Returns

Only event hosted on Norfolk’s cruise ship pier features sailboats, local brews, live music, and more.  Norfolk, Va. (September 13, 2023) – On September 23, one day prior to the 4,000-passenger cruise ship Carnival Magic returning to Norfolk from the Bahamas…

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Ship, Shipmate, Self

By Captain Michael Fiorentino Welcome to the Virtual Great Chesapeake Schooner Race. As you follow along with us virtually, we also wanted to share with you what’s it like to be on a schooner at sea.  You might wonder, how big a crew is required to sail the ship? …

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Sail Nauticus Academy Graduation 2023

By Sarah Linden - Brooks Each June, we get to indulge in our favorite event here at Sail Nauticus—Sail Nauticus Graduation. Our spring celebration includes a family week during the final week of programming. Family members of our Academy students are invited out for a…

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Battleship Driving Range & Underwater Exploration

Father’s Day Weekend Festival at Nauticus Norfolk, VA. (June 13, 2023) – Nauticus is gearing up to celebrate Father’s Day Weekend with a splash offering discounted admission of $5 per person when purchased online, in advance. The discovery center will kick off the…

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New Early Learner Gallery and Aquarium Usher in Summer at Nauticus

Exploration and creativity anchor first-of-its-kind children’s experience. Norfolk, Va. (June 1, 2023) – Nauticus will open its first-ever themed environment for early learners on Father’s Day weekend.  The 2,800-square-foot gallery space, entitled Aquaticus…

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Nauticus After Dark Is Back For A Spring Fling

Explore Nauticus After Hours at this 21+ Only Event Norfolk, Va. – Spring into Summer at Nauticus on Thursday, May 18th from 6 PM to 9 PM with a special after-hours event for adults 21+ only. Nauticus After Dark: Spring Fling will feature exploration of their new…

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Nauticus Unveils New Exhibit Gallery Focused on Resiliency 

$2 million gallery ushers in first phase of museum transformation. Norfolk, Va. (May 5, 2023) – Community leaders and stakeholders participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 4th, to celebrate the opening of Nauticus’ new permanent exhibit…

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Norfolk In Time

In Memory of Frances Martin Lindsay Good ForAll Ages Location:Third Floor InterdisciplinaryHighly Interactive Norfolk In Time is a highly interactive exhibition weaving stories of history, culture, science…

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