Former Macy’s, Military Circle Mall – Norfolk, VA
This is the former Macy’s at the Military Circle Mall, located at 880 N. Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA.
It opened in 1970 as Thalheimer’s, later Hecht’s, and finally Macy’s. Macy’s closed in 2016.
There appears to be some work going on in this building.
The Military Circle Mall opened on August 6th, 1970 and closed on January 31st, 2023 for redevelopment; demolition is currently on hold until Ross (a baby anchor) signs off on demolition plans, or their lease expires.
While some ideas for the space were proposed, the City of Norfolk (who owns the mall property minus Sentara’s building) has no concrete plans for the property, and plans to demolish the mall and let the land sit until they decide on what to do with it. Without Ross’ approval for demolition to begin, the mall is sitting in a form of purgatory… it can’t reopen due to its condition and the deficit to keep it open, and they can’t demolish it because Ross won’t approve the demolition.
Some work appears to be going on in the old Macy’s store, but I’m not sure what exactly it is.
