On This Day In Norfolk Virginia History

Discover the fascinating heritage of Norfolk, Virginia and explore its storied past with Sarah Downing, a local author, historian, and guide. Established in 1680 near the Chesapeake Bay, this maritime jewel has seen much throughout its long history, from British shelling on New Year's Day 1776 during the American Revolution, to the ironclad battle of Monitor versus Merrimack taking place off the coast in 1862, to Walter P. Chrysler moving his art collection to the city in 1971 and transforming the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences into the renowned Chrysler Museum. Dive in and explore one day or month at a time with this celebration of Norfolk's history!