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Booking

Family

You won’t find a more enlightening — and inspirational — environment than the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts! From gallery talks and tours to art classes, seminars, teacher programs, and family fun, the museum offers a variety of learning experiences for every age and every interest.

Specials

VMFA Members enjoy discounts on many of our classes and programs. Click here for more information.

Family Events

Open Studio Sundays

First Sundays, 1 – 4 pm | Atrium or Art Education Center
VMFA Staff and Volunteers

Make Open Studio Sunday part of your family’s monthly routine! Visit VMFA anytime between 1 and 4 pm to participate in an art activity inspired by our world renowned collection!Select months will feature additional activities and events. Visit VMFA.museum/youth-studio/family to learn more!

Free, no registration required. All ages, children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Note: for groups of eight or more children, please email youthstudio@VMFA.museum.
More Programs

Friday Family Art Nights

[F1] Silk Painting

Fri, Nov 9,  5 – 7 pm | Art Education Center
Mary Swezey

Recommended for children ages 5 – 12 |  Explore traditional and modern approaches to the art of silk painting and take home one decorated silk scarf per child.

$25 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $20)

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[F2] Gingerbread Houses

Fri, Dec 14,  5 – 7 pm | Art Education Center
Megan Endy

Recommended for children ages 5–12 | Construct a beautiful -- and delectable -- architectural design out of gingerbread, royal icing, and lots of colorful candies. 

$25 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $20)

Note: this class may not be suitable for individuals with food allergies. Email questions to youthstudio@VMFA.museum.
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[F3] Gingerbread Houses - Saturday

Sat, Dec 15, noon – 2 pm | Art Education Center
Megan Endy

Recommended for children ages 5 – 12 | Construct an architectural — yet delectable — structure out of gingerbread, royal icing, and lots of colorful candies! Note: This class is not recommended for anyone with food allergies. For questions, email youthstudio@VMFA.museum.

$25 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $20)

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[F4] Gingerbread Houses - VMFA Staff Only

Sat, Dec 15, 3 – 5 pm | Art Education Center
Megan Endy

Recommended for children ages 5–12 | Construct a beautiful -- and delectable -- architectural design out of gingerbread, royal icing, and lots of colorful candies. Note: this class may not be suitable for individuals with food allergies. Email questions to youthstudio@VMFA.museum.

$10 per child/adult pair for VMFA staff ONLY

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