The most important part of the GNL is its members.
Join the Ghent Neighborhood League and be part of the energy, advocacy, and community spirit that make Ghent such a special place to live. Stay connected with neighborhood news, meet your neighbors, support local projects and events, and help shape the future of our historic community. Whether you want to volunteer, stay informed, or simply belong, there is a place for you here.
Membership is open to any resident of the Ghent Neighborhood, both renters and home owners.
Membership is $25 per year and enables us to run our website, host our events, and advocate for our neighborhood. Please join us!!!
Download Our 2026 Master Calendar Here and follow our events and happenings….. Scroll down for our web calendar. Monthly Meeting are the Third Wednesday of every month at Fred Heutte Garden at 6PM.
Join Norfolk Virginia’s Ghent Neighborhood League
as we promote activities that foster a sense of community. From social events and sustainable beautification initiatives to informative meetings and symposia we look to bring all residents of Ghent together in support of our beloved historic neighborhood. Our monthly meetings are the third Wednesday of most months and our calendar features upcoming events.
The Ghent Neighborhood League exists to unite a vibrant community of residents by promoting inclusivity, supporting thoughtful growth and fostering civic pride. We are dedicated to advocating for the needs and aspirations of our neighborhood, preserving its heritage and creating a welcoming environment for all who call Ghent home. Through active engagement and collaboration we work to enhance our quality of life and ensure Ghent remains a model neighborhood in Hampton Roads.
All are welcome!
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GNL Upcoming Events!
August Monthly Meeting
Join the Ghent Neighborhood League for our August Neighborhood Meeting on Wednesday, August 19 at 6:00 PM at Fred Heutte Garden.
This month's meeting features two engaging presentations:
Nat McCormick, Architect and former GNL Board Member will share practical tips on researching your historic home, including where to find records, uncover your home's history, and better understand its architectural past.
Jeff Maisy President of the Ghent Business Association will provide updates on the work of the GBA and what's happening in Ghent's vibrant business district.
Whether you're interested in local history, preservation, neighborhood initiatives, or simply connecting with your neighbors, we hope you'll join us. All are welcome.
August Ghent Social at Kelly’s Tavern. 8/21 at 6PM
Looking for a relaxed way to connect with neighbors and friends? Join us for the August Ghent Social on Friday, August 21, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Kelly's Tavern on Colley Avenue.
Whether you're new to the neighborhood or have lived in Ghent for years, the Ghent Social is a great opportunity to meet new people, catch up with old friends, and enjoy an evening in one of our favorite local gathering spots.
There's no agenda, no speeches—just good conversation, community spirit, and a chance to celebrate everything that makes Ghent such a special place to call home.
We hope to see you there! Feel free to bring a friend, introduce yourself, and spend the evening getting to know your neighbors. Everyone is welcome.
Neighborhood Meeting Donations to Benefit the Norfolk Street Choir Project
During our August, September, and October Ghent Neighborhood League meetings, we’ll be collecting donations for the Norfolk Street Choir Project.
Please consider bringing new scarves, gloves, winter hats, and travel-size toiletries, including items such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, and deodorant. These practical donations will help provide comfort and essential personal-care supplies to members of our community.
Donation items may be brought to any of the three upcoming neighborhood meetings. Thank you for helping the Ghent Neighborhood League support the important work of the Norfolk Street Choir Project.
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About Ghent
The Ghent Neighborhood in Norfolk is the area generally bound by Llewellyn Avenue and Duke Street to the East, 20th Street to the North, Hampton Boulevard to the West and Brambleton Avenue to the South. Membership in the GNL is open to all renters and property owners within this area.
Ghent is an historic, urban, vital and diverse neighborhood of single family homes, apartments and commercial properties. Shopping and dining out are very convenient in our neighborhood.
Founded around 1890 as a bedroom community for downtown Norfolk, Ghent is one of the most widely known of Hampton Roads many neighborhoods. Flanked by the Chrysler Museum, the Harrison Opera House and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Ghent regularly welcomes visitors from all over the region. More About Ghent, Norfolk, Va.
