Special Programs & Events

PLEASE NOTE: The City of Norfolk has assumed stewardship of the Battleship Wisconsin, which is now included in regular Nauticus admission. Admission fees help preserve and maintain the battleship for future generations.

Because events are subject to change, please call ahead to confirm. For additional information, call (757) 664-1000. Events are included in Nauticus admission unless otherwise noted.

VIEW DAILY SCHEDULE: LABOR DAY TO MEMORIAL DAY

Opening Soon

NEW! Guns, Sweat and Gears: Anatomy of a Battleship Relive the past with mementos from Norfolk's largest artifact, the Battleship Wisconsin. The exhibit includes one of the first military analog computers, a range finder, WWII racks (bunks), galley equipment, missile sleds, a 48-star U.S. flag, and dozens of never-before-seen archival images.

Now Showing

An Enduring Legacy: The U.S. Navy and the 1907 Jamestown Exposition Developed by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, this 26 minute film traces the importance of the Jamestown Exposition to the region and its influence on the development of the naval station at Sewells Point. The film will be shown in the new Jamestown Exposition exhibit area after its debut in the Nauticus theater. A special opening event will accompany this film. Call 664-1000 for details.

July 26-30, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Summer Camp - Ships Ahoy!

To register for any camp, call (757) 664-1021 or register online at www.nauticus.org. Don't wait! Camps fill up fast.

Come sail with us! We'll build boats, study shipwrecks, live as pirates for a day, tour the Battleship Wisconsin, explore the Elizabeth River harbor, and even take a field trip to the Portsmouth Lightship Museum! $175 Nauticus members, $200 non-members. Extended care available.

Friday, July 30, 7:45 p.m.

Friday Fantail Film Festival - Mister Roberts Join us Fridays in July for MOVIES on the fantail of the Battleship Wisconsin.

Doors open at 7:45 p.m. - movies start at 8:30 p.m.

JUST $3

Fun for the whole family! Enjoy our concession stand with beer, wine, soft drinks, popcorn and movie candy favorites. Doors open 7:45 p.m. for refreshments and the view prior to the movie. All movies begin at 8:30 p.m.. Chairs will be available or bring your own camp chair or blanket.

Brought to you in part by the generous support of Peter and Bess Decker.

Sundays all month, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

Ice Cream Sundays. Kids (up to age 12) get a coupon for a free Dairy Queen ice cream cone with the purchase of a child admission. While supplies last!

Saturday, August 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Elite Fleet of Virginia Beach Model Boat Display. Check out some of the radio-controlled model boats created by Elite Fleet members in Nauticus' front pools.

Sunday, August 29, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Back to School Celebration! Nauticus will help ease you into the school year with special programs, activities and fun throughout the day. For more information, call Ted at (757) 664-1014.

Saturday, October 2, 12 – 1 p.m.

Photofest Come out to Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk on select days this summer for a unique experience from Nauticus. Get your photo taken and projected onto the videoboard which is located on the Nauticus building. Select dates are during festivals. This opportunity is free but on a first come basis. The first 30 families will be able to participate. Photofest is sponsored by WVEC Channel 13.

Saturday, October 2, 2010 during Virginia Children's Festival from 12-1 pm
Saturday, October 17, 2010 during Town Point Virginia Wine Festival from 12-1 pm

For more information email Jennifer Kodolitsch or call 757-664-1044.

Saturday, October 17, 12 – 1 p.m.

Photofest Come out to Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk on select days this summer for a unique experience from Nauticus. Get your photo taken and projected onto the videoboard which is located on the Nauticus building. Select dates are during festivals. This opportunity is free but on a first come basis. The first 30 families will be able to participate. Photofest is sponsored by WVEC Channel 13.

Saturday, October 17, 2010 during Town Point Virginia Wine Festival from 12-1 pm

For more information email Jennifer Kodolitsch or call 757-664-1044.