NORFOLK -- The world's largest naval base is in Norfolk, so it seems fitting that the world's largest Navy exchange should be here, too.
On Wednesday, the Navy cut the ribbon on the newly-expanded main store on Naval Station Norfolk.
The $25 million, three-year project expanded the store to more than 180,000 square feet of selling space.
Renovations to the original Navy Exchange include expanded fashion departments, upgraded cash registers and prestige fixtures.
The Navy Exchange Mall houses renovated Barber/Beauty Shops with spa services, upgraded Optical and Dry Cleaning Shops and a Sunglass/Watch Shop and a renovated food court.
The addition, which opened in July 2010, features an expanded selection of toys, sporting goods and grocery items as well as a state-of-the-art Lawn and Garden Center. An expanded Uniform/Tailor shop, a major appliance center, a large selection of mattresses and small appliances and an enhanced Customer Special Order Center can be found on the 2nd floor.
Ray Lewis of the Baltimore Ravens and Ultimate Fighting Championships fighter Phil Davis helped celebrate the milestone.
