Every Wednesday, Starting Sep 16 | 5–9 pm
Beginning Sep 16, Enjoy a series of special evenings that provide VMFA members the opportunity to view Treasures of Ancient Egypt: Sunken Cities on a night of members-only access to the exhibition. Single-cardholder members may reserve one free guest ticket each week, and dual-cardholder members may reserve two free guest tickets to the exhibition. Dive…
May 2–June 6, 2021
West Rock Art Education Center
On view at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, this exhibition features designer renderings and garments created by 42 Virginia students, in grades six through twelve, who participated in the May 2, 2021, Teen Stylin’: Tempo Runway Show. The works in this exhibition include the winning garments in these categories: Best in Show, Best Use…
with Dr. Christopher Oliver, Assistant Curator of American Art and exhibition curator
Fri, Feb 5 | 6:30–7:30 pm
One of the most famous and frequently depicted sites in American landscape art of the 19th century, the Natural Bridge of Virginia was rendered by some of the nation’s preeminent artists, including Frederic Church, David Johnson, and Edward Hicks. Christopher Oliver will discuss the major themes associated with the site and share some highlights of…
Dec 10–12 | See individual event details for times
Join VMFA for outdoor and virtual celebrations marking the one-year anniversary of the 2019 unveiling of Kehinde Wiley’s Rumors of War. As we approach the close of 2020, an unprecedented and unpredictable year, let’s pay tribute to the sculpture’s power, beauty, and prophetic relevance, reflecting on all that unfolded in our city and the nation…
with Dr. Peter Schertz, Jack and Mary Ann Frable Curator of Ancient Art with Dr. Patrice Rankine, Dean, School of Arts and Sciences & Professor of Classics, University of Richmond
Tue, Jan 12 | 11 am–noon
Virtual
Explore how the Greeks and Romans viewed Africa through the life and writings of the Apuleius, author of the ancient Roman novel The Golden Ass and other writings. Drs. Peter Schertz and Patrice Rankine will discuss Apuleius’ pride in his North African heritage and the connections between the diversity of the ancient Mediterranean world and its art and literature.…
Mon, Dec 7 | 11 am–noon
Join The Innerwork Center and VMFA for a virtual, guided meditation session and contemplation of work featured in the current exhibition Annabeth Rosen: Fables. Amanda Lynch, MA, CTP-E, is a writer and career educator specializing in Self-Care, Mindfulness-Based Trauma-Informed Practices, and Restorative Justice. She will be joined by Izzie Fuqua, VMFA’s Adult Programs Coordinator, for…
Mar 2 | 11–11:30am
Gallery Program (VIRTUAL)
Join Barry Shifman, Sydney and Frances Lewis Family Curator for the Decorative Arts, 1890 to the Present, for a review of recently acquired Art Nouveau masterpieces, including a jeweled and enamel choker by Philippe Wolfers, a silver tureen by Faberge, and a French stoneware wall basin, which strengthened the collection.
Nov 20–22, 2020
Online Presentation
Reserve your ticket for the 4th Annual Pocahontas Reframed Film Festival and you’ll be able to log in and watch this year’s films at any time during the weekend from the comfort and safety of your home. The Festival, now a VMFA partner, stems from a passion and desire for indigenous languages, cultures, and societies…
Tue, Dec 8, 11 am-11:30 am
Virtual Gallery Program
Have you ever thought about how artists affect the next generation? Robert Henri gave this advice in The Art Spirit: “Be game–take a chance. . . . Go forward with what you have to say, expressing things as you see them. You are new evidence, fresh and young. Your work, the spirit of youth, you…
Nov 2, 2020 & Jan 4, 2021 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Members will have exclusive access to the museum on select mornings to enjoy and engage with the VMFA collection and special exhibitions during a time when the museum is not open to the public. Member Mornings are open exclusively to VMFA members. We encourage you to bring guests every Wednesday evening during Member Appreciation Nights.…
