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Hunter House Victorian Museum
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The Hunter House Victorian Museum in Norfolk, Virginia, United States is a house museum. The house was built in 1894 for the merchant and banker James Wilson Hunter, together with his wife Lizzie Ayer Barnes Hunter and their three children. It was designed and built by the Boston architect W.P.
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Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
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Hunter House Victorian Museum

240 W Freemason St, Norfolk, VA 23510
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The Hunter House Victorian Museum in Norfolk, Virginia, United States is a house museum. The house was built in 1894 for the merchant and banker James Wilson Hunter, together with his wife Lizzie Ayer Barnes Hunter and their three children. It was designed and built by the Boston architect W.P.

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attractions: Pure Lagos African Art Gallery & Boutique, The NorVa, USS Wisconsin BB-64, Chrysler Museum of Art, Pagoda & Oriental Garden, Norfolk Scope Arena, Wells Theatre, Chrysler Museum Glass Studio, Nauticus, Chrysler Hall, restaurants: Freemason Abbey Restaurant, Omar's Carriage House, The Grilled Cheese Bistro, Leone's Italian, Canvas Social Cuisine, PJay's Kitchen, Gershwin's, Major Phillie Cheesesteaks, Crave Bakery + Coffee Bar, Cure Coffeehouse
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(757) 623-9814
Website
hunterhousemuseum.org
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Chrysler Hall

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Pure Lagos African Art Gallery & Boutique

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Open 24 hours
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Freemason Abbey Restaurant

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Reviews of Hunter House Victorian Museum

4.8
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5.0
5y

Amazing! We went for a themed event Tea called Hocus Pocus. We were running a few minutes late due to the rain and traffic,but they called us to make sure we were still coming before they started. Foods that were served was the classic finger sandwiches like chicken salad,egg salad and cucumber sandwiches. Sweets were crumpets with fresh marmalade, cookies and lady fingers. Fresh brewed tea with sugar cubes shaped like bats and frogs. The house was dressed in mourning garb from the Victorian Era and went well with the Hocus Pocus Witch theme. To our delight the Sanderson sisters arrived to cast spells and we were part of the fun. At the end of the tea, Winnie regaled us with "I put a spell on you". We were then free to wander the upstairs part of the house. It was absolutely amazing. All the furnishings and accents were of the Victorian Era. Will definitely take a tour with a guide some time soon. This was an afternoon well spent sipping tea with my daughter and...

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4.0
6y

Staff was friendly. Our tour guide, Michaela, was very knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had....she knew EVERYTHING about the house. This is not a great place for young children and I wouldn't be comfortable bringing a group of older children here either. This museum is set up in a house and does not have the spaciousness of many traditional museums. There are too many things for kids to accidentally (or mischievously) touch or bump into and my own three kids were making staff visibly anxious despite my keeping a close eye on them. I would definitely come back on my own or with my oldest or even with a group of teens. We had a...

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5.0
3y

Really neat and well-preserved piece of history. It's fascinating to learn about how the inhabitants lived in this house, and its beautifully kept inside, despite some historical alterations beyond control of the organization. They offer both guided and self-guided tours and have unique bits and bobs with historical information. They highly encourage arranging your tour ahead of time, but do allow walk-in tours if able. We passed through in about an hour or so, and the gift shop has some unique finds. Worth a visit for history lovers! I would say to leave little ones at home as they don't want anyone touching objects...

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Natalie FranklinNatalie Franklin
Amazing! We went for a themed event Tea called Hocus Pocus. We were running a few minutes late due to the rain and traffic,but they called us to make sure we were still coming before they started. Foods that were served was the classic finger sandwiches like chicken salad,egg salad and cucumber sandwiches. Sweets were crumpets with fresh marmalade, cookies and lady fingers. Fresh brewed tea with sugar cubes shaped like bats and frogs. The house was dressed in mourning garb from the Victorian Era and went well with the Hocus Pocus Witch theme. To our delight the Sanderson sisters arrived to cast spells and we were part of the fun. At the end of the tea, Winnie regaled us with "I put a spell on you". We were then free to wander the upstairs part of the house. It was absolutely amazing. All the furnishings and accents were of the Victorian Era. Will definitely take a tour with a guide some time soon. This was an afternoon well spent sipping tea with my daughter and creating memories.
Shannon EsbrandtShannon Esbrandt
We had such a fabulous time here at the Victorian Museum! We went as a homeschool field trip and my daughters favorite era in history is the Victorian era. We were not at all disappointed! They had a mourning exhibit which was so amazing! Loved all the post Mortem photography which was popular at the time. Enjoyed seeing all the pictures and other artifacts. The tour guide was so nice and informative. Highly recommend you go! Call for more info on their tea times. At the end they also have a nice gift shop and I got a book on “the Victorian guide of how to raise flawless children.” Lol
David WaughDavid Waugh
This Museum in the heart of downtown Norfolk is well worth the visit and does not take too much of your time. The staff on hand are very knowledgeable in history of the house and the family who lived there. The Hunters were prominent bankers of the greater Norfolk area and made their own impact on the community through banking and medical practice. Sadly none of them had children to continue their legacy but instead made their home into a museum to educate the next generations of Norfolk.
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Amazing! We went for a themed event Tea called Hocus Pocus. We were running a few minutes late due to the rain and traffic,but they called us to make sure we were still coming before they started. Foods that were served was the classic finger sandwiches like chicken salad,egg salad and cucumber sandwiches. Sweets were crumpets with fresh marmalade, cookies and lady fingers. Fresh brewed tea with sugar cubes shaped like bats and frogs. The house was dressed in mourning garb from the Victorian Era and went well with the Hocus Pocus Witch theme. To our delight the Sanderson sisters arrived to cast spells and we were part of the fun. At the end of the tea, Winnie regaled us with "I put a spell on you". We were then free to wander the upstairs part of the house. It was absolutely amazing. All the furnishings and accents were of the Victorian Era. Will definitely take a tour with a guide some time soon. This was an afternoon well spent sipping tea with my daughter and creating memories.
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We had such a fabulous time here at the Victorian Museum! We went as a homeschool field trip and my daughters favorite era in history is the Victorian era. We were not at all disappointed! They had a mourning exhibit which was so amazing! Loved all the post Mortem photography which was popular at the time. Enjoyed seeing all the pictures and other artifacts. The tour guide was so nice and informative. Highly recommend you go! Call for more info on their tea times. At the end they also have a nice gift shop and I got a book on “the Victorian guide of how to raise flawless children.” Lol
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This Museum in the heart of downtown Norfolk is well worth the visit and does not take too much of your time. The staff on hand are very knowledgeable in history of the house and the family who lived there. The Hunters were prominent bankers of the greater Norfolk area and made their own impact on the community through banking and medical practice. Sadly none of them had children to continue their legacy but instead made their home into a museum to educate the next generations of Norfolk.
David Waugh

David Waugh

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