Public Art
Wander through the neighborhood and discover tiny art happenings, large-scale murals and pops of neon color and light. From works by nationally celebrated visual artists like Esteban del Valle and HENSE, to local heroes like Clayton Singleton and Victoria Weiss, to the world-renowned Chrysler Museum of Art, come see the new energy of Norfolk on display.
See MoreRazzle Dazzle
One of the first murals in the NEON District, Nick Kuszyk’s bright colors and patterns are now a Norfolk icon, taking inspiration from dazzle patterns used to camouflage battleships during World War I.
See MoreThe Kindness of Strangers
The Kindness of Strangers is a heavy nod to the vibrant NEON District in Norfolk, Virginia. As a creative, Kyle Confehr meets all sorts of people when doing public art. But the response to his work in Norfolk was nothing but positive and encouraging. He wanted this piece to reflect that back on the city … The Kindness of Strangers
See MoreKeep Glowing
A black light reactive mural made from glass bottles and florescent colored resin now occupies the chain link fence along W. Wilson Avenue behind the Virginia ABC store. Inspired by the former NEON Fiber Garden, the team of creators want you to see the energy created by the NEON District and “keep it glowing!” Volunteers … Keep Glowing
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See MoreOctober 2024
Word on the streets is that the 9th Annual NEON Festival might have been the best one yet. By inviting in local curators and event producers to own their own piece of the festival, there was truly a new energy pulsing through the neighborhood. From new spaces at Chrysler Museum Glass Studio to city streets full of festival-goers, you could see the smiling faces and know everyone was feeling the glow.
View PostCall for Vendors: NEON Holiday Market
Calling all creative and crafty vendors to the NEON Holiday Market! One of the favorite events of the NEON calendar, the local market at the Plot can accommodate up to 50 vendors. On Saturday, December 14 from 12pm to 4pm, bring your art and handmade goods to sell to more than 600 shoppers passing through. … Call for Vendors: NEON Holiday Market
View PostJoin The Fiber Art Society
Welcome The Fiber Art Society to NEON! Formed in Virginia this year by local artist Isabella Thompson, TFAS hopes to bring fiber friends together to collaborate, inspire, and create! Every other Tuesday evening, Zeke’s NFK is hosting a crochet and yarn hobbyist meetup to work on a one-of-a-kind, temporary, massive-scale crochet mural for the NEON … Join The Fiber Art Society
View Post9th Annual NEON Festival
October 17 & 18, 2024 Downtown Norfolk Council and The NEON District are thrilled to announce the return of the NEON Festival for its ninth year, taking place on October 17 and 18. This year, the festival takes a bold step forward by inviting local event producers and art curators to lead the way in … 9th Annual NEON Festival
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