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Attractions
Chrysler Museum of Art
The Chrysler Museum of Art houses an encyclopedic collection of more than 30,000 objects spanning almost 4,000 years of art history. Enjoy an extensive collection of European and American paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts; a world-renowned glass collection, Art Nouveau furniture, art from African, Egyptian, Pre-Columbian, Islamic, and Asian cultures.
THE CHRYSLER MUSEUM OF ART 757-664-6200
www.chrysler.org
245 West Olney, Norfolk, VA 23510
From I-44, I-264 or I-64, exit onto Waterside Drive in downtown Norfolk, follow Waterside Drive as it turns into Boush Street, turn left on Brambleton Avenue, go one block and turn right on Duke Street, then turn right into Museum parking lot.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Home to one of America’s premier art collections. Recognized by the Wall Street Journal as one of the nation’s top 20 art museums.
PARKING: 7 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: Cement, tile floor and asphalt.
ENTRANCE: At side. Ramp is located at entrance. Two 33 in. doors easily open out with metal pull handle 37 in. above floor. Steps inside building leading to second level.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Located first floor near gift shop. Doors open out. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 32 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, and 10 in. between commode and wall. Sink height 36 in. Pipes wrapped. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women.
ELEVATOR: Wheelchair accessible. By ancient glass gallery. Serves all levels. Door width 72 in. Door stays open 5 seconds. Audible floor change signal.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities,tours in American Sign Language can be arranged, signing interpreters available with advance notice. Written scripts can be arranged with tour department.
For guests with visual disabilities,special tours may be prearranged. There are documents in large print on non-glossy surface.
For guests with mobility disabilities,the paths are carpet, wood and tile, and do not have steep grades requiring assistance for persons in wheelchairs. Lowered drinking fountains. Wheelchair accessible phone.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: 19 tables, height 36 in. Aisles between tables are well spaced. Menus are on non glossy surface.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 36 in. wide. Counters 48 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Accepted credit cards V and MC. Admission fee. Call to schedule tours. Hours: Sun 1-5; Mon & Tu galleries closed; Wed 10-9; Th-Sat 10-5. Closed Jan 1, July 4, Thanksgiving and Christmas Days.
HAMPTON ROADS NAVAL MUSEUM AT NAUTICUS
757-322-2987 Fax: 757-445-1867 www.hrnm.navy.mil
One Waterside Drive, Suite 248, Norfolk, VA 23510
Waterside Drive Exit from I-264.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Experience exhibit areas of Naval history as it relates to the region.
PARKING: 3 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: Sidewalks and ramps to large dock.
ENTRANCE: Front of building. Ramp provided. Glass entry doors, 70 in. wide, easily open out with clearly marked handles 48 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: First floor. Doors 35 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 34 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, 10 in. between commode and wall. Sink height 35 in. Pipes wrapped. Accessible stall checked for obstructions. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women.
ELEVATOR: Wheelchair accessible elevator with sound indicator. Interior of car is 72 in. by 80 in.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Wheelchair accessible phone. Amplified phone.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with visual disabilities, hands-on exhibits can be arranged with education specialist.
For guest with mobility disabilities,the paths are carpet, and do not have steep grades requiring assistance for persons in wheelchairs. There are lowered drinking fountains.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: First floor. 50 tables accessible to wheelchairs. Table height 31 in. Aisles between tables 35 in. wide.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 50 in. wide. Counters 36 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Accessible change machine and lockers. Museum is free, admission fee for Nauticus. Open 10-5 Tu-Sun. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Extended summer hours.
HARRISON OPERA HOUSE 757-664-6464
160 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk VA 23510
Fax: 757-622-0058 www.vaopera.org
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The luxurious opera house is the home of the Virginia Opera.
PARKING: 6 wheelchair accessible parking spaces. Parking lot is on right side of building.
TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION: Concrete. Paths accessible to persons with mobility disabilities. 165 ft. from accessible parking to ramp.
ENTRANCE: At front of building. 3 steps, each 6 in. high. Handrails on left/right. Ramps provided. 6 entry doors, 34 in. wide, easily open out with regular (non-turning) handle located 38 in. above floor.
FACILITIES: There is increased wattage lighting in meeting areas. Non-smoking areas.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Located on all three floors. Doors 35 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Wheelchair accessible toilet is 19 inches high with room for a lateral transfer. Accessible stalls have 35 in. wide doors opening in, and handrails. Sink height 35 in. - not wheelchair accessible. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women.
ELEVATOR: Wheelchair accessible elevator, with sound indicator, on the rt going through entrance. Serves all levels. Buttons in braille, raised. Door stays open 7 seconds.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Wheelchair accessible phone. Amplified phone. Located upstairs to rt by men’s rest room. Numbers recessed.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities, there are amplified audio units. Signing interpreters available with advance notice. Assistive Listening System.
For guests with visual disabilities, there are documents in large print on non-glossy surface.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Located at the end of each hall. Bar area only for drinks, 43 in. ht.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 43 in. wide. Counters 38 in. high. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Accepted Credit Cards: V, MC and AE. Check-in 7PM.
MACARTHUR CENTER 757-627-6000
www.shopmacarthur.com
300 Monticello Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510
From Williamsburg, Hampton, Newport News and Virginia Beach, take exit 10 from I-264 West. From Portsmouth, Suffolk, Chesapeake and North Carolina Outerbanks, take exit 9 from I-264.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: One million square foot urban marketplace includes 18-screen cinema, 600 seat food court, over 70 new-to-the-market retailers and 80 other retail favorites. Located in the heart of downtown Norfolk, just a few blocks from the historic harbor.
PARKING: Accessible parking spaces at all of the 22 entrances. Nearby ramps well marked. RV parking available in south garage. Valet parking available all hours.
ENTRANCES: 22 entrances throughout the facility. Automatic doors.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: On first and 3rd levels, corner of food court. Available without steps. Doors 35 in. wide. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls are 37 in. wide with handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, 11 in. between commode and wall. Sink height 34 in. Wrapped pipes. Rest rooms identified by raised figures with pants or skirt on the door to designate men or women. There is a help intercom located in restroom - press button for “help” written in braille. Unisex and/or companion assisted rest room available.
ELEVATOR: Eight in shopping center, 9 in parking garages. Serve all levels. Buttons in braille, recessed and raised. Doors stay open 10 seconds. Audible floor change signal. Intercom and security cameras.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: 18 accessible phones in mall. Numbers recessed. TTY phone located at first and third level entrances.
SPECIAL SERVICES: Maps or brochures available. Accessible seating areas throughout. Directories of stores available. Motorized and standard wheelchairs available at Customer Service and at valet parking entrance. Customer Service offers “Helping Host” assisted shopping. Call 757-627-6000 for details.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Located throughout mall. Tables for customers in wheelchairs. Table height 31 in at food court.
Nauticus, The National Maritime Center
Nauticus is a fun and exciting interactive science center with a maritime theme and features more than 150 exhibits including computer and video interactives, giant screen films, exotic aquaria, touch pools and shark petting, and the USS Wisconsin, a retired Navy battleship.
NAUTICUS, THE NATIONAL MARITIME CENTER
757-664-1000 Toll-Free: 800-664-1080
One Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510 www.nauticus.org
I-64, to I-264 West to downtown, take Waterside Drive Exit.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Interactive science and technology center exploring the power of the sea, featuring interactive exhibits, films on a giant screen, exotic aquaria, touch pools, shark touching, traveling exhibits, Hampton Roads Naval Museum and the Battleship Wisconsin.
PARKING: 5 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: Ramps and aisles with no steep grades.
ENTRANCE: In front of building. Handrails on left and right. Ramps provided. Glass entry doors, 42 in. wide, open out with clearly marked bar handle 40 in. above floor. Steps in lobby, located throughout. Handrails.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors. Doors 36 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 33 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, 10 in. between commode and wall. Sink height 34 in, pipes wrapped. Accessible stall checked for obstructions. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women. Unisex and/or companion assisted rest room available at the public rest room.
ELEVATOR: Wheelchair accessible elevator with sound indicator. Interior of car is 80 in. by 65 in.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Wheelchair accessible phone. Amplified phone.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities, there are amplified audio units in Nauticus Theater. Signing interpreters are available with advance notice. Movie scripts available.
For guests with visual disabilities, there are hands-on exhibits utilizing buttons, roll balls, wheels and handles.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Located at Galley Restaurant. 50 tables for customers in wheelchairs. Table height 31 in. Aisles between tables 36 in. wide.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 36 in. wide. Counters 36 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Accepted credit cards: V, MC and AE. Hours: 10-6 daily Memorial Day-Labor Day. 10-5 Tu-Sun Fall and Winter. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Admission fee.
NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN 757-441-5830
Fax: 757-853-8294 www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org
6700 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk, VA 23518
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 155 acres with more than 25 theme gardens. 12 miles of paths through a variety of gardens such as the Perennial Garden, Rose Garden, Renaissance Garden, Colonial Herb Garden, Healing Garden of medicinal plants, Japanese Garden, Tropical Pavilion with tropical plants and Bristow Butterfly Garden. One of the largest collections of azaleas, camellias, rhododendrons and roses on the East Coast.
PARKING: 12 wheelchair accessible parking spaces.
TYPES OF PATHS: The paths are paved, clay, grass or gravel, and some have steep grades requiring assistance for persons in wheelchairs. Trails 50 ft. long.
ENTRANCE TO VISITOR CENTER: Main parking lot. Ramps provided. Entry doors, 36 in. wide, easily open out with pull handles clearly marked in contrasting color and located 34 in. above floor. Administration building has ramp leading to front entrance, and one entrance off the rear terrace is accessible without steps.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women. Baker Hall Visitor Center. Doors are 36 in. wide opening in, no turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 34 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. Wheelchair accessible toilet is 19 inches high with room for lateral transfer. Sink height 34 in. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions. Administration building: 33 in. door opens out. No turns to enter. Accessible stall has 33 in. door opening out. Handrails and raised seat. Widest distance between commode and wall 12 in. Accessible rest rooms also in the picnic area, Flowering Arboretum and near the restaurant.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with visual disabilities,there is a fragrance garden with plants of distinctive scents. Some braille markers are on displays. There are hands-on exhibits including tactile plaques of wildlife. Documents in large print on non-glossy surface.
For guests with hearing disabilities, there is an Assistive Listening System.
For guests with mobility disabilities, The Rose Overlook, an observation deck, is very accessible for wheelchairs. Most trails are wheelchair accessible.
PICNIC AREAS: Just inside main gate. Paths are asphalt, gravel, packed gravel, or grass. Covered shelters.
GIFT SHOP: Aisles 36 in. wide, counters are 25-32 in. high. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Renaissance Garden has 3 tiers which have steps, but there are asphalt paths either side as well. The Berm overlooking Norfolk International Airport has a very steep path. Not recommended for wheelchair users unless able assistance is available. Trackless trains require assistance to ride if in a wheelchair. Boat ride has access ramp 29 in. wide. Railings to enter boat are 25 in. high, and passengers must climb 3 steps. Admission fee. Fee for guided boat or train tours. Combination tickets available. Hours of operation 9-7, Apr 15-Oct 15, 9-5 rest of year.
OHEF SHALOM TEMPLE ARCHIVES
757-625-4295 Ext. 19
Fax: 757-625-2775 www.ohefshalom.org
530 Raleigh Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23507
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: A room with archival information on the walls pertaining to the synagogue.
PARKING: 3 wheelchair accessible parking spaces. Turn right into parking lot, behind front entrance. Nearby ramps well marked.
TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION: Carpeted room, accessible to persons with mobility disabilities.
ENTRANCE: At back of building. Handrails on left/right. Ramps provided. 2 entry doors, 35 in. wide, easily open out with non-turning handle located 42 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Women’s located directly across from entrance - men’s straight down hall from women’s. Doors 34 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Wheelchair accessible toilet is 19 inches high with room for a lateral transfer. Accessible stalls have 34 in. wide doors opening out, and handrails. Sink height 35 in. Wrapped pipes.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: On the desk in gift shop.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with visual disabilities, there are documents in large print on non-glossy surface.
GIFT SHOP: Counters 41 in. high. 80 in. aisles clear of displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Hrs: 9-5 Mon-Fri.
USS WISCONSIN 757-322-2987
Fax:757-445-1867 www.hrnm.navy.mil
One Waterside Drive, Suite 248, Norfolk, VA 23510
I-64 to I-264 West to downtown, take Waterside Drive exit. Rte 44, take I-264 West to downtown Norfolk to Waterside Drive.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Battleship USS Wisconsin, an artifact of the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, is berthed adjacent to the museum. The museum is located on the second floor of Nauticus.
TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION: Uncovered bridge from 2nd floor to the ship. Paths accessible to persons with mobility disabilities. Length of paths 118 ft.
ENTRANCE: Located 2nd floor of Nauticus. Glass entry doors, 72 in. wide, easily open in with clearly marked metal bar handles located 36 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Located all three floor of Nauticus - none on USS Wisconsin.
ELEVATOR: Located in Nauticus, none on ship.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities, written scripts are available.
For guests with visual disabilities, there are audio cassettes and portable tape recorders, and signs printed on a non-glossy surface.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Located in Nauticus.
GIFT SHOP: In Nauticus.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The USS Wisconsin is overseen by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, an official U.S. Navy Museum. The ship and museum retain the same hours as Nauticus. The HRNM, including the USS Wisconsin, is free and open to the public. There is a fee to visit Nauticus. The Wisconsin is accessible through the museum, located on the second floor of Nauticus. Tours of the museum and ship can be scheduled in advance by calling (757)322-2986.
VIRGINIA STAGE COMPANY 757-627-1234
Fax: 757-628-5958 www.vastage.com
110 E. Tazewell St. Norfolk, VA 23510
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Professional regional theater in residence at Norfolk’s Wells Theatre.
PARKING: 1 wheelchair accessible parking space located on street at curbside, valet parking also available. Ramps well marked.
TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION: Brick sidewalk. Paths accessible to persons with mobility disabilities.
ENTRANCE: Located corner of Monticello and Tazwell. Ramp. 2 entry doors, 35 in. wide, easily open out with pull handles located 40 in. above floor.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: Located 1st floor. Doors 35 in. wide, open out. Turns to enter. Handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, 13 in. between commode and wall. Sink height 19 in. Unisex or companion assisted rest rooms available.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Phones located in entrance way. Numbers recessed. TTY.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities, there are amplified audio units, performances in American Sign Language and Assistive Listening System. Written scripts available.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Located 1st floor.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: V, MC, AE and personal checks accepted. Box office hours: 10-8 Weekends, 12-8 Sat, 12-5 Sun. Ticket fees. TTY is in box office, and is available to the public for incoming calls only.
