Explore Art
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts houses a remarkable permanent collection of more than 50,000 works of art from almost every major world culture. Especially noteworthy are the museum’s collections of Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Modern and Contemporary American art; French Impressionist and Postimpressionist art and British sporting art; American art; Fabergé jeweled objects; and English Silver. The museum’s holdings of South Asian, Himalayan, and African art are among the finest in the nation.
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VMFA Curators
Our collections are overseen by a talented curatorial team committed to advancing scholarship in their respective fields and engaging with the museum's diverse audiences in the exploration of art and human achievement.
Collection Stories
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Expansion & Renovation Project
We're embarking on the largest expansion and renovation project in the museum’s history. This project will enable the museum to share more art, welcome more visitors, and provide more enjoyment on a seamless journey through the collections.
Pardon any temporary gallery closures you may encounter on your next visit.
