The Homecoming

The Homecoming is a bronze sculpture in Town Point Park showing a sailor embracing his family while holding a teddy bear. The artwork captures this moment in detail, from facial expressions to the folds of a Navy uniform.

Stanley Bleifeld created this bronze sculpture as part of the United States Navy Memorial collection. The original stands in Norfolk, with replicas placed in multiple coastal cities to share this symbolic moment more widely.

The sculpture captures a moment that resonates with many military families: the joy of reunion after extended separation at sea. Visitors can read the emotion in the figures' faces and gestures, reflecting what such moments mean to those who serve.

The sculpture stands right at the waterfront in Town Point Park and is free to visit during daylight hours. The park is easy to reach and offers several angles for viewing and photographing the work.

Many visitors notice only on closer inspection the small teddy bear the sailor is holding. This tender detail makes the scene feel more personal and reminds us that it is about family and home.

Location: Virginia

Creator: Stanley Bleifeld

Website: http://norfolkva.gov/cultural_affairs/images/Downtown_Art/Homecoming_LightBox.jpg

GPS coordinates: 36.84627,-76.29428

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22