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VMFA Acquires Enameled Choker by Celebrated Belgian Jeweler Philippe Wolfers
Posted on January 7, 2021
Richmond, Virginia — The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) announced their recent acquisition of the Wisteria... Read more
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Announces Winter Holiday Hours
Posted on December 22, 2020
Richmond, Virginia — The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) announced special hours of operation for the winter... Read moreGovernor Northam Announces Investments in Historic Justice Initiatives
Posted on December 11, 2020
RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that his proposed budget will include nearly $25 million to... Read more
VMFA Exhibition Portrays the Majestic Beauty of the Natural Bridge
Posted on November 20, 2020
Richmond, Virginia—The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is excited to announce its upcoming exhibition, Virginia... Read more
VMFA Acquires Nari Ward’s Xquisite LiquorsouL for Its Contemporary Art Collection
Posted on November 17, 2020
Richmond, Virginia — The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) announced the recent acquisition of Xquisite... Read more