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Tradition and art are dramatically combined at the Chrysler Museum of Art. This is one of the country's most lauded museums, and with good reason. The facility is home to over 30,000 pieces of art that are presented over the course of 55 impressive galleries. See stunning works by everyone from Rembrandt to Lichtenstein as you stroll from exhibit to exhibit. The museum also features an impressive library, charming gift shop and excellent restaurant.

The kids will go absolutely wild when you take them to visit the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The Great Dismal has the impressive distinction of serving as the home of more mammals than any other local preserve. Among the more popular residents are the black bears and the endangered Dismal Swamp shrew. The refuge sprawls out 750 miles and includes Lake Drummond

If you're looking for someplace to enjoy a drink that's a little off the beaten path, then find your way to Cogans Pizza. Although the nightlife venue is small, it is packed with a large measure of individuality. There's cutting-edge music coming out of the speakers and the crowd is most definitely eclectic, too. A great place for a glass of wine or a mixed drink, it is also a prime spot for checking out the always colorful crowd. And speaking of color, don't miss the impressive selection of local art that covers the walls.

A great performance is always noteworthy, but when it takes place on the stage of the Chrysler Hall Performing Arts Theater, it takes on a deeper, more elegant quality. This impressive 2,500-seat venue is the definition of luxurious. This is the home of the Virginia Symphony and also features a variety of other entertainment and presentations that include ballets, popular Broadway shows, Norfolk forum lectures as well as concerts from a wide variety of artists. So, if you're looking for a truly unforgettable performance, you'll find it at the equally unforgettable Chrysler Hall Performing Arts Theater.