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 facilities, grounds, and collections
- Tours of artistic sites in the Richmond area
- Travel opportunities
- 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 e-news
- The opportunity to enjoy events with new friends who also have a passion for art