Explore three art objects in 30 minutes. VMFA’s “3 in 30” programs are offered on the first Tuesday (in-person) and Thursday (virtually) of every month*. Curators and educators discuss works in the permanent collection and in special exhibitions, considering different themes found across the collection, artistic movements, or a single artist’s body of work. “3 in 30 PLUS” is an expanded version of this program where two speakers come together to present a program that is one-hour long. The “3 in 30” programs are free and open to the public.
*Exceptions to this schedule may occur if a holiday falls on the first Tuesday of the month. Please check the website in advance.
Upcoming Programs
3 in 30 | Chinese Ceramics and Networks | In-person
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
11–11:30 am
Free; no tickets or registration required
Meet at Visitor Services
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this program will explore how Chinese ceramics play a vital role in cultural exchange and trade networks. It will be led by Xinyu Cai, Adult Programs Coordinator at VMFA.
IMAGE: Bactrian Camel, 7th century, Chinese, earthenware with white glaze. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Adolph D. and Wilkins C. Williams Fund, 51.12.2
3 in 30 | Chinese Ceramics and Networks (Virtual)
Thursday, May 8, 2025
11–11:30 am
Free; registration via Zoom required
Virtual
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this program will explore how Chinese ceramics play a vital role in cultural exchange and trade networks. It will be led by Xinyu Cai, Adult Programs Coordinator at VMFA.
IMAGE: Bactrian Camel, 7th century, Chinese, earthenware with white glaze. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Adolph D. and Wilkins C. Williams Fund, 51.12.2
View previous virtual programs on YouTube.