HERMITAGE MUSEUM AND GARDENS

NORFOLK, VA

Hermitage Museum and Gardens is a historic estate and museum located in Norfolk, Virginia in the United States. It features a stunning landscape of formal gardens and woodlands, as well as a number of significant buildings and collections. The estate itself dates back to the 18th century and has seen a variety of owners throughout its history, including the prominent Norfolk family of the Diggs-McDowell’s. The estate was given to the city of Norfolk in 1943 and the Hermitage Museum and Gardens was opened to the public in 1949.

The museum features an impressive collection of fine and decorative arts, as well as a range of historical documents. Its permanent collection includes works by notable American and European artists, including Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and John William Waterhouse. In addition to its art collection, Hermitage Museum and Gardens also houses a variety of historic documents and objects, including furniture, glassware, and silver.

The grounds of the museum offer visitors a chance to explore the natural beauty of the area. The gardens feature a variety of plants and flowers, as well as a number of sculptures, fountains, and other garden features. The museum also features a number of walking trails that wind through the woodlands, offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy the natural setting.

Hermitage Museum and Gardens is a popular destination for visitors to Norfolk, and offers a unique cultural experience. Its combination of fine art, historical documents, and natural beauty make it an ideal spot to explore the history of the area and the legacy of the Diggs-McDowell family.

HERMITAGE MUSEUM AND GARDENS is a Uncategorized or General Museum in NORFOLK VA. US MID #8405100586

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 7574232052
• website: http://www.thfm.org

HERMITAGE FOUNDATION MUSEUM
7637 N SHORE RD
NORFOLK
VA
23505-1730

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