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Art After Hours: American Dreamin’

  • VMFA 200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard Richmond, VA, 23220 United States (map)

Sat, Nov 16, 2024
7–11 pm
$60 (VMFA Members $50)
Museum-wide
You must be 21 or older to purchase tickets.

Have free run of the museum—after hours—at this evening of cross-cultural discovery that includes two special exhibitions. This artful celebration of American Dreamin' is hosted by Kelli Lemon, with DJ Lonnie B back on the spin. Guests get exclusive access to the entire museum, including American, born Hungary: Kertész, Capa, and the Hungarian American Photographic Legacy and A Long Arc: Photography and the American South since 1845. Savor images, tunes, and flavors of iconic 20th century regions, from the American South to some of the cities most shaped by newcomers. Throughout the museum, experience art from around the globe, music, dancing, photo booths, selfie stations, and more. And don't miss the Martini Bar presented in partnership with local distillery Cirrus Vodka and featuring Cody Dunavan, named one of the nation's top bartenders by the United States Bartenders Guild. Art After Hours is one of Richmond's favorite events. Act now—Art After Hours sells out quickly!

Your Art After Hours ticket includes: 
- Admission to both special exhibitions  
- Music, dancing, the 360 Photo Booth, and other entertainment 
- Light fare and a drink ticket 
- The opportunity to purchase a discounted VMFA membership 

Want to enhance your music and cultural experience? The Red, White, and Blues ticket includes all of the regular Art After Hours fun, plus

  • access to the Amuse Club Lounge, a soulful, bluesy, live jazz music experience featuring the Sweet Potatoes

  • one bottle of house wine per pair

  • a talk-back with Dr. Sarah Kennel (curator of A Long Arc) and VMFA Director and CEO Alex Nyerges (curator of American, born Hungary) facilitated by comedian Micah “Bam-Bamm” White

Earlier Event: November 16
Stony Point Ice Rink's Opening Day
Later Event: November 17
Bingo at Bingo