Williamsburg and Hampton Roads Sights

Moses Myers House

Moses Myers House Review

The Federal redbrick Moses Myers House, built by its namesake between 1792 and 1796, is exceptional, and not just for its elegance. The furnishings, 70% of them original, include family portraits by Gilbert Stuart and Thomas Sully. A transplanted New Yorker as well as Norfolk's first Jewish resident, Myers made his fortune in Norfolk in shipping, then served as a diplomat and a customhouse officer. His grandson married James Madison's grandniece; his great-grandson served as mayor; and the family kept the house for five generations.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 323 E. Free Mason St., Norfolk, VA, 23510 | Map It
  • Phone: 757/333-1086
  • Cost: Free
  • Hours: Wed.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. noon-4
  • Website: www.chrysler.org/houses.asp
  • Location: Norfolk

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