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 MoreBlack Lives More Than Matter
Nicole Harp and Clayton Singleton 2020 Norfolk artists Nicole Harp and Clayton Singleton feel that they have a great responsibility as citizens and are honored to use visual arts in the fight for equality and all forms of justice; especially those affecting Black, indigenous, and people of color. No life matters until Black Lives Matter. … Black Lives More Than Matter
See MoreUntitled [Glass Wheel Mural]
Commissioned in 2015 for the launch of Glass Wheel Studio, this three-story mural by internationally recognized painter Alex Brewer / HENSE transformed the building into a vibrant field of motion and color. Brewer, who began his career as a graffiti artist in Atlanta before gaining acclaim in the international contemporary art scene, brought his signature … Untitled [Glass Wheel Mural]
See MoreGourmandizing NEON
The Governor’s School for the Arts hosted a series of workshops with London-based artist Matthew McGuinness for six weeks in the spring of 2022 working with visual arts students to research the theme, “A History of Lunchtime in Norfolk”. In these workshops, Matthew and the Gourmandizing team encouraged and directed the students towards desk and … Gourmandizing NEON
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See MoreNEON at Ten: A History of Public Art in Norfolk’s Arts District
As a special coda to the NEON District’s 10th anniversary celebrations, Downtown Norfolk Council is issuing NEON at Ten: A History of Public Art in Norfolk’s Arts District. The 244-page hardcover book documents the evolution of NEON’s street art from very early days to now. Featuring more than 200 works of art, the catalogue offers … NEON at Ten: A History of Public Art in Norfolk’s Arts District
View PostVolunteer at NEON Festival
Volunteers are needed on Friday, October 17 during the second evening of the NEON Festival. Two shifts are available, 6pm to 8pm and 8pm to 10pm. Jobs include pouring beer, assisting at the information booth and guiding visitors around the District. Register here. Thanks for partying down with NEON!
View PostJune 2025
Last call to produce your own programming for NEON Festival! For the 10th annual celebration, the NEON Festival is inviting local producers to submit proposals for art, activation and entertainment for the second night of the festival, on Friday, October 17.
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