The Council

Museum Volunteers Dedicated to the Art of Making a Difference and Serving VMFA  since 1955

 

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Saving an American Elm

A Note of Thanks to The Council from Michael Partusch

With the generous contribution from the VMFA Council, the VMFA has chosen to put it towards saving an American Elm, Ulmus Americana. It previously lived behind the Studio School and was relocated to the grassy area just behind Robinson House

You can read the full story in the November 6 edition of Council Connections that was recently distributed via email. 

Council Members:  

The Photo Gallery page has a new album - Book Chat and Tour of Monumental Church. Click here to view the Photo Gallery page.

The January, 2025 - March 2025 schedule for Atrium Ambassadors is now available on the Member Info tab. Click here to view.

A Council Documents page has been added to the Member Info tab. This page contains organizational documents important to the effective operation of The Council. Click here to view the documents.






The Council of Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is a group of dedicated VMFA members who give their time and talent in support of the Museum. This diverse organization of women and men volunteer throughout the Museum and work on behalf of VMFA to enhance community outreach and participation. 

The Council provides a variety of volunteer opportunities that range from interacting with visitors to supporting educational programs and helping care for the galleries. Council members learn about the collections, make new friends and share their love for the arts, all while helping to support and improve a cultural institution that enriches the lives of the citizens of Virginia.

The Council of VMFA has been an important resource for the Museum since its early years. It led the way in 
opening the VMFA 
Shop, establishing the docent program, and organizing Museum travel, as well as providing seed money for the library. The Council continues to provide volunteer assistance in many areas of the Museum’s operations. Council members also develop and implement fundraising events, including the highly successful Fine Arts & Flowers, which currently supports VMFA exhibitions and in the past has supported other efforts such as the FabergĂ© exhibit and the Artmobile.

For more information on The Council:

  • Click here for The Council's Purpose, Vision, and Core Values
  • Click here for a complete list of The Council of VMFA volunteer opportunities
  • Click the Volunteers in Action tab above to learn about some of the volunteer services performed by VMFA Council members.


MEMBERSHIP

The Council provides volunteer assistance in many areas of the Museum's operations. Being an art expert is not a requirement to volunteer at the Museum. The Council volunteers support VMFA with their time, talents, and love of art. Council members must be a member of the Museum and are also expected to contribute their time on a regular basis.

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CONTACT US


The Council of VMFA, 200 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220

Tel: 804.340.1591

VMFACouncil@vmfa.museum

www.vmfacouncil.org


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