Norfolk is home to many popular attractions. From the Chrysler Museum of Art, to the MacArthur Memorial, to the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, there are several places to go and unique sites to see. However, one of the most unique and vast attractions in Norfolk would be the Norfolk “Mermaids on Parade.”
The “Mermaids on Parade” consists of several mermaid statues placed all around the city of Norfolk. Standing about 10 feet high and 4 feet long, the mermaids are decorated in unique ways and designed by local artists. The mermaid project started with the generosity and creativity of Peter and Bess Decker, conceptualizing the mermaid project in order to bring light to the artistic talent in the region.
In Norfolk you can find a plethora of uniquely designed mermaids, including “Hope,” who is a bandaged mermaid featuring Norfolk’s city skyline on her tail. “Hope” had been damaged by vandals at her previous home by the Norfolk Airport, and she was ultimately redesigned with band-aids and a cast and relocated to the Lake Taylor Hospital, also in Norfolk. There are also more abstract mermaids, such as a mirror mosaic mermaid and a Norfolk Admirals hockey team themed mermaid.
The Norfolk “Mermaids on Parade” can be a fun activity for both young and old. Maps are provided on the Norfolk “Mermaids on Parade” website and include two versions. The first version you can walk the streets of downtown Norfolk and locate up to 16 mermaids, each mermaid conveniently marked on the map. The second map includes ranges throughout the entire city of Norfolk indicating where possible mermaids can be located.
The Norfolk “Mermaids on Parade” adds another unique characteristic to an already diverse city. Enjoy the next warm, sunny day and take a walk with your family or loved one while you search for Norfolk’s mythical mermaids.
Sarah Reece writes for Ciniva Systems, an award winning Virginia web design company. Ciniva Systems is in charge of SEO for Tanners Landing.
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