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Founded in July 1800, First Baptist is the oldest Baptist church in the city of Norfolk, Virginia. For over 200 years we have been steadfastly spreading the word of the Lord and serving the Hampton Roads community. The church as a stalwart in the area of education answered a special calling in 1958 by opening its doors for the tutoring of “The Norfolk Seventeen.” The 19th pastor, Dr. Robert G. Murray, came in 1983, with the theme, “Pastor and People Working Together for a more Excellent Way.” Pastor Murray has brought forth many ministries throughout the years such as Youth, Singles, Couples , Seniors, and Military with the idea that building strong families in changing times would build strong communities and sustain individuals. Other ministries such as Tutorial Ministry, the Soup Kitchen, and the Clothes Closet were established to help the community beyond the walls of the church. First Baptist is no longer just 418 E. Bute Street, but is a beacon of light that touches all different addresses in the surrounding communities. If you are looking for a church home, we invite you to visit and worship with us at our 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. services each Sunday. The church is located in downtown Norfolk, Virginia across the street from the Norfolk Scope. May grace, mercy and peace be unto you.
Norfolk Festevents, Ltd. is a private not-for-profit organization dedicated to producing premier concerts, festivals, ship visits, special events and city celebrations for residents and guests of Hampton Roads. Since 1982, Norfolk Festevents has garnered international acclaim for its outstanding quality programming. Norfolk Festevents is the official event marketing and production agency for the City of Norfolk, Virginia. Venues include Town Point Park along the Elizabeth River along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront and Ocean View Beach Park along the Chesapeake Bay in the Ocean View section of Norfolk, Virginia.
This Richardson Romanesque church of granite and limestone was designed by Norfolk architects, Carpenter and Peebles, and built in 1896. Its bell tower features pinnacles and a Romanesque arched motif. It was given the name Epworth in honor of the English home of John Wesley, founder of the Methodist Church.
Elmwood Cemetery was established in 1853. It is a Victorian Garden Cemetery, and the final resting place for hundreds of Civil War soldiers, many of Norfolk’s founders and Virginia Governor Littleton Waller Tazewell (1774-1860). Elmwood was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013 and is now commemorated with a Historic Highway Marker along Princess Anne Road.
See incredible views of the Norfolk harbor and the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet aboard City Cruises Norfolk. Enjoy delicious new menus and specialty drinks. Then, dance to DJ entertainment or relax on the new rooftop lounge. It all adds up to the perfect Norfolk experience. Cruising year-round from downtown Norfolk, Spirit offers lunch, brunch, dinner, cocktail, moonlit cruises and more. With complimentary event planning services and plenty of customizable options, Spirit is the perfect venue for your next group event or celebration. The City Cruises Norfolk vessel has a capacity of 400 guests. From the moment you are welcomed aboard, the captain and crew of the City Cruises Norfolk will make your experience one-of-a-kind.
This classic example of the Greek Revival architectural style features a one-story portico flanked by paired Ionic columns, and was built in 1852, just one year after its owner, William S. Camp helped organize the Merchants and Mechanics Savings Bank, the only local bank to survive the Civil War. The original cast iron fencing is considered to be of museum quality.
This memorial is a truly moving tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The memorial is located in the newly renovated Town Point Park, nestled between the Elizabeth River and Downtown Norfolk.
