Join the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month! VMFA proudly serves diverse communities in the greater Richmond area and throughout the Commonwealth. To honor its commitment to inclusion of people of Hispanic heritage and the broader Latinx community, VMFA continuously expands its offerings of educational and cultural experiences to include Spanish-language resources as well as programs that celebrate the artistry and cultures of Latin America.
The following resources reflect the museum’s ongoing efforts to include Spanish-speaking audiences and offer only a glimpse of the ever-growing lineup of content and experiences that VMFA continues to develop.
Beyond the Label
Go “beyond the label” with 13 Spanish-language audio tours of VMFA’s permanent collection.
Learn Resources
Check out eight Spanish-language resources, including fun and educational activities and guides, in the Learn section of VMFA’s website.
Family Day | In-person Sep 11 & Virtual through Oct 31
This Latin America–themed Family Day celebrates the art and culture of Puerto Rico with art activities, live performances, and much more. Virtual content will be available from September 11 through the month of October.
First Friday | Oct 1
VMFA After 5 Fridays presented by Chase celebrates First Friday with the music of Puerto Rican–born orchestra Kadencia.
Dance After Work | Oct 15
Join us for salsa night when VMFA After 5 Fridays presented by Chase invites you to Dance After Work.
YouTube Playlist
Visit VMFA’s YouTube channel for this playlist of educational and entertaining videos. Learn about artists, watch an art activity, and enjoy musical and dance performances.
Man Ray: The Paris Years
After Hispanic Heritage Month ends, return to VMFA to see the exhibition Man Ray: The Paris Years. The exhibition, which opens October 30, will be presented in English and Spanish. VMFA is committed to representing the cultural and linguistic diversity of our community and to creating a more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming experience for all.
VMFA Strategic Plan 2021–25
VMFA is always setting its sights higher and, guided by the latest Strategic Plan, striving to become a more vibrant, inclusive cultural leader.