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Planting the Seeds of Resilience in NEON
Community volunteers, new partnerships, and native plants help the District grow greener and stronger. This spring, the NEON District took another step forward in stormwater resilience and neighborhood beautification with support from the City of Norfolk’s Retain Your Rain mini-grant program. Focused on one of the most flood-prone intersections in the city—Boush Street and Olney … Planting the Seeds of Resilience in NEON
View PostThe Chrysler Museum of Art Celebrates the Grand Opening of the Perry Glass Studio
The long-awaited renovation and expansion of the Perry Glass Studio is finally here. Open since 2011, the 9,200-square-foot glass-making and artist studio is an anchor to the NEON District, providing a constant funnel of new and experienced artists into Norfolk’s art scene. The last few years brought significant renovations, including a 24,000-square-foot expansion, bringing the … The Chrysler Museum of Art Celebrates the Grand Opening of the Perry Glass Studio
View Post“Red Zig Zag – a fence around nothing” Sculpture Unveiling
Red Zig Zag – A Fence Around Nothing Debuts in Norfolk A striking new sculpture, Red Zig Zag – a fence around nothing, will be unveiled on March 28 at 11am at the intersection of Grace and Duke Street, across from the Chrysler Museum and the new Perry Glass Studio. Created by Anton Bakker, who … “Red Zig Zag – a fence around nothing” Sculpture Unveiling
View Post2024 Year in Review
In this quiet time between holidays, we are reflecting back on a year of rebuilding and reimagining the NEON District. Although some friends and businesses moved on, progress is still here, always incrementally building up. More than a decade after the formation of the District, we can see the payoff from years of community building … 2024 Year in Review
View PostNEON Gift Guide
This holiday season, score some unique gifts and support a locally-owned business while you’re at it! Here are some of the best spots to shop in the NEON District.
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
View PostIntroducing Houndstooth
The former Greyhound Bus Station in Norfolk’s NEON District is getting a makeover! Learn about Houndstooth, a new mixed-use development featuring apartments, workspaces, public art, and nods to the site’s history.
View PostA Star Is Born: Hurrah’s Academy
Introducing “The Academy!” While this Hurrah Players project has been waiting in the wings for more than a year now, it’s officially out on stage. The very first television and film academy in Hampton Roads is now under construction in the former Glass Wheel Studio at 128 W. Olney Road. The contractor broke ground last … A Star Is Born: Hurrah’s Academy
View Post2023 Year in Review
It has now been a decade since the NEON District went from dream to reality, from a spark to fire, from abandoned storefronts to renovated historic buildings, and from a few lone creative folks in the neighborhood to a community of artists, makers, small business owners and arts professionals. Ten years in, we continue to push forward, still in need of physical improvements, more investment, and most all, places to make and show art. That drive is more important than ever – the small businesses who call NEON home need you, and us, to keep the lights on. Keep buying art, take a mural tour, attend a performance, go to brunch, buy a baguette, or make a donation to propel the NEON District forward another ten years.
View Post9th Annual NEON Festival
The 9th annual NEON Festival returned to NFK October 18 & 19, 2024. The nights were lit with performances, music, murals, art and more! Stay tuned for 2025's tenth anniversary celebration!
Learn MoreCall For Artists
Hundreds of artists have passed through NEON walls over the years. Big or small, international or your next door neighbor, high school student or college professor - artists of all kinds and skill levels are welcome to contribute to the NEON District's public art collection. Apply for project-based open calls throughout the year to join the club.
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