Fri, Jul 29, 2022 | 6:30–7:30pm
Leslie Cheek Theater
Join VMFA for a panel discussion of individuals who immigrated to the United States much like Tsherin Sherpa, the Nepalese-born Tibetan American artist currently featured in the special exhibition Tsherin Sherpa: Spirits. Discover the connections between the artist’s journey and art and the immigrant experiences of members of the Richmond community. Panelists: Livestream Option: Can’t…
Fri, Jul 22, 2022 | 8:30–10:45 pm
VMFA Pauley Center South Lawn (If it rains: VMFA's Leslie Cheek Theater)
Bring your own chairs and blankets for this outdoor screening of the film Farewell Amor (2020; 95 min). Before the Angolan Civil War breaks out, Walter decides to immigrate to America, leaving his wife Esther and his young daughter Sylvia behind. It takes 17 years before they reunite in New York City to build a…
Sat, Jul 16, 2022 | 7–11:30 pm
Museum-wide
Celebrate France with live music, dancing, food, and drinks. Hosted by Kelli Lemon, with DJ Lonnie B on the spin and live performances by Sounds Funny Band featuring Micah “Bam-Bamm” White. Your ticket includes: Music, dancing, and entertainment Food stations and one drink ticket Fun photo booths for fabulous 360 and selfie pics Admission to…
Sat, Jul 9, 10 am–1 pm | Varina Public Library
Canceled Due to Weather Let’s make art outdoors! Inspired by the VMFA exhibition Whistler to Cassatt: American Painters in France, we’re hosting art-making celebrations at scenic spaces around Richmond. Bring your own paints and paper, or any art-making materials! At each pop-up location, a limited number of easels will be provided on a first-come, first-served…
with Dr. Timothy Standring, Curator Emeritus, Denver Art Museum
Fri, Jul 8 | 6:30–7:30 pm
Leslie Cheek Theater
Dr. Standring discusses the challenges he and a team of colleagues faced over the past five years to present this groundbreaking exhibition about American painters in France. Why did many American artists turn to France for their training during the years between the American Civil War and the outbreak of World War I? Why did…
Fri, Jul 8, 2022 | 6 pm
Cochrane Atrium
Need a hot look this summer? Join us at the pop-up shop on July 8 and be among the first to own new Chilalay streetwear. VMFA has partnered with Richmond-based streetwear company Chilalay on an exclusive capsule collection of streetwear fashion inspired by the works in Tsherin Sherpa: Spirits. Grab a drink, dance, shop, and enjoy free admission to Tsherin…
Sat, Jun 25
10:30 am–1 pm | Includes panel discussion and Q&A
2–3:35 pm | Film only
Leslie Cheek Theater
VMFA hosts Richmond’s first-ever community screenings of Citizen Ashe, the documentary film about trailblazing tennis legend, humanitarian, and Richmond native Arthur Ashe. Told largely in Ashe’s own voice and featuring archival film, photography, and newsreel coverage of his athletic career, the documentary follows his self-exploration, evolution on race relations, family relationships, the pivotal decisions that…
Sat, May 14 | noon–3:30 pm
Leslie Cheek Theater
Girls For A Change presents the 2022 annual showcase which celebrates and presents projects developed by this year’s Girl Action Teams with a focus on bringing the community together to learn about social justice issues and how to solve them with a little Black Girl Magic. This program is sponsored by Chase and in partnership…
