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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA)

Art Museum and Art Gallery

The Museum District, Richmond

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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA)

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Ranked #9 for wine in Richmond
"special exhibits like picasso"(7 Tips)
"The Hollywood Costume exhibit is fantastic!!"(3 Tips)
"Don't miss the Faberge exhibit!"(3 Tips)
"One of the best art nouveau and art Deco exhibits I've ever seen!"(3 Tips)

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Just MeNovember 16, 2015
Incredible collection of art nouveau and art Deco furniture!
Sebastian HernandezFebruary 7, 2012
The gift shop is pretty cool. Has some neat fun toys. A little high dollar but cool stuff to look at.
Dan MoneyOctober 26, 2019
Love the art deco and art nouveau collections
Emily BaerAugust 15, 2014
Have a bottle of wine and sit and enjoy the gardens on the patio area!
Travel Channel ManagerJuly 26, 2012
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is a "mini Met" with collections that span over 5000 years of humankind's creative achievements.
GAYRVA.COMMay 21, 2012
During the Maharaja exhibit, both Best Cafe and Amuse will offer Indian-inspired fare.
John SOctober 30, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Fabulous experience. Great space. Wonder around every corner.
jonathan gambillFebruary 14, 2014
Nice place to while away an hour or two...The security guards can be rude and obnoxious sometimes.
escott tJune 28, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Become a member! $50 for most and you get free tickets to the exhibits, 10 percent off of food and merchandise. Free parking too. Can't beat it.
KevinMay 22, 2015
Had a great time here. There's so much to see!
Johnny HugelMarch 23, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Awesome looking space. Be sure to wear your smart looking glasses.
Mike TiDecember 31, 2015
Free museum with special exhibits you pay for. Saw Rodin using our NYC Met membership. Need to spend more time.
Travis MillerJanuary 5, 2016
Coop place, and a large portion of the museum is always free
Hattie SaundersJuly 12, 2013
Stay on the carpet, no backpacks on your back, no pens, 12 inches away from ALL ART. As we were rudely pointed out. GET SOME NICER GUIDES!!!
abigail.July 21, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Building is beautiful. Collection is large and well curated.
S RFebruary 28, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Bike on a roof rack does NOT fit under parking garage clearance, trust me.
Brett BishopFebruary 3, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The Contemporary section is pretty stellar - Warhol and Lichtenstein
Richard DiCiccoFebruary 14, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The Modern and Contemporary collections are easily the best in the museum.
Lauren BaconSeptember 22, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great place to relax and read a book
Rick JohnstonDecember 24, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The Mummy exhibit is getting all the attention but the "Elvis at 21" photography is not to be missed.
Michael ZeeviDecember 31, 2012
The Chihuly Exhibit (until 2/10/13) is really spectacular.
B PAugust 12, 2014
Student membership is $10 and free parking for members
Marsha SompayracJune 25, 2017
VMFA's cafe and outdoor spaces are fantastic too!
Amy MooreJanuary 4, 2016
Third floor has great Indian Art exhibit.
Neill CaldwellDecember 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Hollywood Costume Exhibit is fun for film fans. Up until Feb. You can go through it in about an hour.
JaimeNovember 24, 2012
Chihuly was wonderful! So lucky to have something so amazing in RVA
Ben EdgellJanuary 31, 2014
Hollywood Costumes; Batman Spider-Man John Wayne Indiana Jones James Bond Braveheart All very cool
LeslieOctober 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Have apps or dinner at Amuse by the window in the stellar Bertoia chairs. Read more
The Flats at West Broad VillageFebruary 4, 2015
Fusion art of the 21st century on display now!
Doris kJune 23, 2013
Great day at the museum
Tim FarmerJuly 3, 2015
Everything, especially Friday nights!
Kameron SpencerAugust 28, 2014
Come on Thursdays for Jazz and happy hour
Michael ZeeviNovember 8, 2013
The Hollywood Costume exhibit is fantastic!!
Ray GarrettJune 24, 2010
Best Cafe in the VMFA has pretty good food, a really cool environment, and free wifi.
Seth PetersenMarch 3, 2012
The cinnamon scone at Best Cafe is off the chain.
MichelaFebruary 7, 2013
See the Chihuly exhibit before it is gone on Feb 10. It is spectacular!
S RJanuary 10, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Grab a cup of Blanchards coffee at Best Cafe or Amuse, delish!
Eric MeyersFebruary 25, 2018
Deck parking fee is $5
Dez JAugust 31, 2013
Food in the restaurant is excellent!
Johnny HugelSeptember 9, 2015
Been here 50+ times
Explore the sculpture garden and galleries.
Chad WilliamsJanuary 24, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Come see why we had the Picasso Exhibit.
Robert MuncyOctober 30, 2011
Be sure to find the hidden seating room with a great view
Donnell RameedAugust 1, 2013
Love takin pics of pretty women...thats the reason i got into photography!
Diane MuskaSeptember 26, 2011
Don't miss the Faberge exhibit! Fantastic!!
Jeanette SmithAugust 7, 2016
Loved the mummies
Jon HenryJanuary 22, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Get a student membership! Pays for itself after seeing one special exhibition.
Rebecca AnneDecember 5, 2016
Happy hour on Fridays :D
Peter PaganMay 4, 2012
Been here 5+ times
$12 bottles of wine on Friday past 5pm!
Evan RoacheMarch 11, 2016
Lots of cool art!
Kent JohnsonMay 12, 2016
Cafe is great!

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