The following events, opportunities, and publications are offered exclusively to Council members:
- Three lecture-luncheons, each comprising docent-led tours, a brief Council meeting, a lecture by a distinguished guest speaker on an art-related topic, and an optional luncheon;
- Invitations to special-themed tours of the VMFA collections, facilities, and grounds;
- Tours of artistic sites in the Richmond area;
- Travel opportunities to visit museums throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia;
- Art-related special events such as teas and author events;
- Volunteer-opportunity fairs;
- The Councillor, a full-color informative newsletter published three times a year;
- The Council eNews, monthly email with Council and Museum information;
- Council Book Club, meets quarterly with discussion and docent-led tours;
- The opportunity to enjoy events with new friends who also have a passion for art.