Registration Information
Summer Classes & Programs
Explore the Summer Classes & Programs BrochureRegistration for VMFA Members
To accommodate the high demand, members-only registration for the following categories will begin as noted. Not a member? Join today.
Studio School and Art History Classes (ages 16+)
Tue, Apr 8 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
Teen and All Children’s Classes
Wed, Apr 9 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
Registration for Nonmembers
Nonmember registration for all classes begins Wed, Apr 16 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
In need of assistance?
Visitor Services is available by phone 804.340.1405 starting at 8 am or in-person at the museum starting at 10 am on registration days.
Note: Classes are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred to another class. Be sure to mark your calendars.
Class Schedule
Ages 15–30 months, accompanied by an adult
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 am
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Art Education Center
Enrollment limit: 12 toddlers
Advance registration required.
[ET7] The Nature of Art
Tuesdays, Apr 8, 15, 22, or 29
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Discover big and small aspects of nature while exploring the museum grounds, galleries and natural art materials.
[ET8] The Nature of Art
Thursdays, Apr 10, 17, 24, or May 1
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Discover big and small aspects of nature while exploring the museum grounds, galleries and natural art materials.
[ET1] Who Is an Artist?
Tuesdays, Jun 3 or10
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Explore themes of expression and identity. Gain inspiration from works of art that tell stories of the past, present, community, and the natural world.
[ET2] Who Is an Artist?
Thursdays, Jun 5 or 12
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Explore themes of expression and identity. Gain inspiration from works of art that tell stories of the past, present, community, and the natural world.
[ET3] Creative Constructions
Thursdays, Jul 1, 8, 15, or 22
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Examine both familiar and unexpected artmaking techniques in 2D and 3D media. Get curious and inspired with repurposed materials, found objects, and loose parts!
[ET4] Creative Constructions
Tuesdays, Jul 3, 10, 17, or 24
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Examine both familiar and unexpected artmaking techniques in 2D and 3D media. Get curious and inspired with repurposed materials, found objects, and loose parts!
[ET5] Watery Worlds
Tuesdays, Aug 5 or 12
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Enjoy ocean-themed fun with water play, adventures in the sculpture garden, and aquatic art materials.
[ET6] Watery Worlds
Thursdays, Aug 7 or 14
10:30–11:30 am
$22 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $18)
Art Education Center, Classroom
Monthly themes | Different lessons weekly
Ages 15–30 months, with an adult | Enjoy ocean-themed fun with water play, adventures in the sculpture garden, and aquatic art materials.