NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – The boardwalk around USS Wisconsin is getting an exciting facelift.

According to the Downtown Norfolk Council, The Nauticus pier around the battleship will be under repair now until June.

The boardwalk is part of the Elizabeth River Trail.  Signs are posted with alternate routes for pedestrians and bicyclists.

As shown on this map, the detour uses the sidewalks on Brooke Avenue and Boush Street to get folks around the construction zone.

The boardwalk may be closed, but Nauticus is open for business. In fact, they are even running a special for locals. Now through February 28, 2019, bring proof that you live here and get admission to Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin for only $7.57 per person. Click here for details.