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What do you do with messengers bearing unwelcome tidings? Throw them out the window, of course! Explore the turbulent 17th century through three of Hollar’s etchings

Discover the connections between the VMFA’s ancient art and the work in the exhibition, A Return to the Grand Tour: Micromosaics from the Collection of Elizabeth Locke with curators Dr. Susan J. Rawles, Associate Curator of American Painting and Decorative Art and Dr. Peter Schertz, Jack and Mary Ann Frable Curator of Ancient Art.

Mosaics are an ancient art form used to decorate buildings and using a variety of materials like colored stones, shells and pieces of ivory. Join professional artist Jenni Kirby for a demonstration of the minute and exact technique of a mosaic artist.

Thurs, Mar 14 | 6:30–9 pm Hosting the Very Best of Rural Route Film Festival After the success of the 2016 series, VMFA and the James River Film Society are now presenting the latest edition of Rural Route Films covering 2017-2018. This is an international showcase that takes the road less travelled featuring films in…

Quill Theatre returns with “Pride and Prejudice”. In their words, “Mr. and Mrs. Bennet have five unmarried daughters, and the clock is ticking. When the wealthy bachelor Mr. Bingley arrives in town, Mrs. Bennet sees a perfect match for her beautiful daughter Jane. Mr. Bingley is not alone, however, and the combustible chemistry between the…

Discover the art and life of 17th century print maker, Wenceslaus Hollar who contributed to a culture of curiosity and showcased that interest through his art touching on themes of science, nature, historical events, and geography. This class will provide an overview of the artist and include a tour of the exhibition with the curator.…