Norfolk
Norfolk State University students comparing notes after class; credit NSU
Norfolk sets the tone for a small city dripping with black heritage sites, dramatic waterfront attractions, downtown nightlife, family attractions, a noteworthy Jazzfest, and a massive military community.
History
Over 5,000 Africans comprised of free and enslaved soldiers, helped America win freedom
Cultural Sites
Crispus Attucks Theatre & Cultural Center anchors the community
Restaurants
United House of Prayer Kitchen features some of the best-fried chicken
Teens on a sailboat in the Elizabeth River, Norfolk; (c) Virginia Tourism
Norfolk JazzFest
Imagine smooth Jazz while watching the sun go down off the Elizabeth River
Heritage Sites
First Baptist Church and St. John’s AME Church are the most historic
MEAC Basketball Tournament
When the city invited this black college tradition of men’s and women’s basketball teams
Family Attractions
The kids will thank you for visiting Nauticus and the USS Wisconsin Battleship
Captivating artwork at Offsite Gallery; (c) Soul Of America
Arts
The Chrysler is considered one of America’s best fine art museums
General Attractions
Waterside Marketplace is quite a Downtown destination for dining & entertainment
Virginia Waterways to Freedom
Virginia’s authorities were very concerned about escaped slaves
Shops
The pickings are slim but valuable
Norfolk Hosted OpSail
OpSail Norfolk illuminated the region with spectacle and the world noticed
Trivia & Famous Residents
Dred Scott was born in Southhampton County before he challenged slavery