Strengthening Norfolk's future by preserving its past.

Blog posts

Louis L. Guy History Series - Medicine in Early Virginia

Thursday, February 15, 2018 12:18 PM • Peggy McPhillips

NHS 2018 Annual Meeting

Friday, February 02, 2018 4:15 PM • Peggy McPhillips

Are you an NHS member? Send us your e-mail address!

Wednesday, January 14, 2015 9:49 AM • Anonymous

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Upcoming events

The Maple Leaf Incident of 1863

Wednesday, May 09, 2018 7:00 PM • MacArthur Memorial Visitor Center Theater

"Hearts of Oakum, Salt, and Rum: Sailors and Sea Chanteys in the American Revolution. An Evening with The Bosun's Call"

Wednesday, June 13, 2018 7:00 PM • MacArthur Memorial Visitor Center Theater

Craney Island victory weekend (War of 1812)

Saturday, June 23, 2018 10:00 AM • Fort Norfolk

An Evening With George Washington

Wednesday, July 11, 2018 7:00 PM • MacArthur Memorial Visitor Center Theater

Lord Dunmore Returns

Wednesday, August 08, 2018 7:00 PM • MacArthur Memorial Visitor Center Theater

Our Vision

The Norfolk Historical Society is a community-supported organization that provides broad opportunities to learn about and participate in the rich and diverse history of the Norfolk, Virginia area.

Our Mission

The Norfolk Historical Society, both by itself and in partnership with other organizations, shall actively promote the collection, interpretation, and preservation of Norfolk, Virginia area history through educational programs, preservation support, community awareness, and advocacy.

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Help to support our efforts to keep Norfolk's history alive for our community and the public at large. Make your tax-deductible contribution to the NHS here.

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