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Preschool Programs

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is committed to education in the arts for all Virginians. Through Preschool Programs, the museum pursues this goal for young people (ages 2-5) and their families by regularly offering a variety of studio art programs built around the kindergarten curriculum Standards of Learning.

Preschool Programs


Children's Studio

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is committed to education in the arts for all Virginians. Through the Children’s Studio, the museum pursues this goal for young people (ages 5-12) and their families by regularly offering a variety of studio art programs, special exhibitions, and printed materials that interpret the art on view in our galleries

Children's Art Classes and Programs


Teen Studio

If you are a beginner, intermediate, or experienced teen artist looking to expand your creative abilities and expressions we have a class for you. Work one-on-one in the studio with a professional artist and meet, study with, and discuss art with people who share your interests.

Art Classes for Teens


Family Open Houses at VMFA

A day's worth of fun for everyone, our Family Open Houses bring the art in the galleries to life with related performances, storytelling, art activities, and more. They're free and open to all; no registration needed.

Upcoming Dates


Family Events in the Community

Visit the Museum's booths at these festivals.

Upcoming Dates


Educational Resource Room

The Educational Resource Room in the Virginia Museum of Fine Art's Pauley Center for Education and Statewide Partnerships is for Educators, children and their families to explore new avenues of art through books, puzzles, CD-ROMs, and special programs. Teacher packets and inspiring materials will help bring art into any classroom.

Educational Resource Room



VMFA’s educational programs are made possible, in part, by a generous gift from The Council of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.