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A closer look at VMFA’s $261M expansion
With new project renderings, Richmonders can better understand what VMFA’s upcoming expansion will look like.
January 21, 2026 04:49 PM
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Elise Steele
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Richmond Choral Society’s Scholars Program now open to high school students around the region
High school juniors and seniors can learn from the pros and earn some cash in the process
April 22, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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Look inside “Samurai Armor” at the VMFA
The extensive exhibition “Samurai Armor from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller” is on display at the museum April 20-August 4.
April 17, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Road trip: Spoleto Festival USA is back May 22-June 9 in downtown Charleston
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An exhibit featuring Julia Child, renowned culinary icon.
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Try This: “Julia Child: A Recipe for Life” Exhibition
Discover the gastronomic legacy of “The French Chef”.
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Culture
Richmond Poetry Fest returns in April
Enjoy readings, workshops, local markets and more at VisArts’ celebration of all things verse
March 27, 2024
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David Lefkowitz
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National ceramics conference coming to the River City
The 58th annual conference will take place March 20-23 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center with the theme Coalescence.
March 19, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Discover something new at Richmond Ballet’s New Works Festival
Get tickets to see performances of all-new, 10-minute ballets which are choreographed in just 25 hours at Studio Two.
March 8, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
Your guide to Richmond theater — plus, what’s playing this season
Check out need-to-know info to see theatrical productions around the River City
February 20, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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See who’s playing Brown’s Island for Friday Cheers 2024
The summer outdoor concert series will return in May
February 20, 2024
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Culture
VMFA awards grants to nine Richmond artists
The museum awarded 19 fellowships totaling nearly $120,000
February 16, 2024
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