Hanover Grain | Custom Objects, Exhibition & Mount-Making, Repair & Restoration. Norfolk, VA family business since 1955.

Hanover Grain | Our Mission

At Hanover Grain, our mission is to provide exceptional custom objects, exhibition and mount-making, repair, and restoration services to museums, cultural institutions, and collectors in Norfolk and beyond. As a family business with roots dating back to 1955, we are dedicated to upholding the traditions of craftsmanship and attention to detail that have been passed down through the generations. We are committed to using the highest quality materials and techniques, and to staying at the forefront of industry best practices and innovations. We are passionate about creating custom objects, exhibitions, and mounts that meet the specific needs and requirements of each project, and about providing repair and restoration services that bring wooden artifacts back to their original glory. We strive to be a trusted partner for our clients, and to create a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Museum mount-making with an eye for design, conservation, & security of custom objects and artifacts.

We use best conservation practices in metals, plastics, wood, & finishes to conserve and provide well-designed artifact mounts that provide solid display foundations with failure-proof engineering.

We specialize in creating bespoke products to fit the needs of our clients with specific materials & styles in mind.

All our commissions are based on the individual needs of our clients.

These white oak stairs treads were fabricated to custom sizes from rough lumber and finished to match existing engineered hardwood floors in a $1,800,000 Virginia Beach waterfront home prior to sale.