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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…
Read moreFree Climate Change Exhibition
Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes to be on display through October 29 Norfolk, Va.– Nauticus invites the community to take a journey through climate change with the traveling exhibition Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes . Free and open to the public this…
Read moreShip, 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? …
Read moreBattleship 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…
Read moreNew 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…
Read moreNauticus 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…
Read moreNauticus 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…
Read moreNauticus Opens First Phase of $21.5 Million Transformation
Resiliency at the core of new 7,500 square-foot gallery. Norfolk, Va. (April 25, 2023) – The first permanent gallery space to open as part of Nauticus’ $21.5 million comprehensive redesign focuses on the region’s history of resiliency and adaptation. …
Read more$500,000 Grant from Sentara Healthcare to Support Nauticus’ Transformational Redesign
Funding will help establish a new STEM Discovery Lab Norfolk, Va. (April 18, 2023) – A new STEM Discovery Lab at Nauticus will serve area students and families thanks to a $500,000 grant from Sentara Healthcare. The education-focused lab will be used for daily…
Read moreMedia Alert: Cruise Ship Debut at Nauticus, the Viking Octanis
One of the cruise industry’s most unique ships is making its debut at Nauticus today; the Viking Octanis arrived in downtown Norfolk this morning at 8AM. Built in 2022 for Viking Cruises, the Viking Octanis is an expedition ship built specifically to explore the…
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