Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA
Richmond, United States
Visitor Information
Museum Address
200 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
Richmond, United States
Ticket Prices
Free (exhibitions vary)
Featured Artists
2 artists in database
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond opened in 1936 as one of the first state-supported art museums in the United States. A founding gift of 37 Rembrandt etchings set the tone for a collection that now exceeds 50,000 works spanning almost every major world culture.
The museum houses the largest public collection of Fabergé eggs outside Russia, including five Imperial Easter eggs. The Art Nouveau holdings are considered the finest outside Paris. A $150 million expansion designed by Rick Mather Architects opened in 2010. Admission to the permanent collection is free, a rarity among museums of this scope.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA in Richmond, United States houses 2 masterpieces in our database, including works by Paul Gauguin and Frédéric Bazille. Notable works include Studio of The Rue Visconti and Still life with oysters.
Famous Works at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA
Browse 2 notable artworks in our database. Click any work to see details and plan your visit.
Visiting Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA
Yes, the permanent collection is always free. Only special ticketed exhibitions require payment. With 50,000+ works, you can see world-class art without spending a dime.
The Fabergé collection (5 Imperial eggs), Art Nouveau/Deco decorative arts, South Asian art, and comprehensive global collections. It's one of America's largest and most encyclopedic museums.
Yes, 365 days a year, including holidays. Evening hours Wednesday-Friday until 9pm make after-work visits possible. It's unusually accessible for a major museum.
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Browse Our CollectionPlease note: Artwork locations and display status may change. Some paintings may be on loan, in restoration, or moved to different galleries within the museum. We recommend contacting Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, VA directly to confirm specific artwork availability before your visit.
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