Virginia MOCA opens its new home with a landmark solo exhibition by Nina Chanel Abney, one of the most incisive voices in contemporary art. The Pursuit of Happiness brings together monumental paintings, collages, sculpture, and an immersive installation that confront how we imagine joy, struggle, and survival in a time of global uncertainty.
Virginia MOCA's ever-changing art exhibitions feature some of the greatest contemporary artists of today.
The Made in VA Biennial exhibition celebrates the artistic richness and diversity found in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Now presented in Virginia MOCA’s new purpose-built home, the Made in VA Biennial enters its next chapter. As a biennial exhibition, it features work created within the past two years and reflects the breadth, rigor, and vitality of contemporary art in Virginia today.
Where We Meet celebrates the transformative power of community through art. This exhibition highlights the creative voices of our region and explores the many ways art connects us to each other, to place, and to the stories we share. Thank you to our event partners Baker’s Crust, Creative Catering, Groovin’ Gourmets, and Mermaid Catering.
Virginia MOCA invites you to celebrate Youth Art Month! This exhibition, in partnership with Virginia Beach City Public Schools, is on view in the Neil Britton Gallery on the campus of Virginia Wesleyan University.
A passionate advocate for contemporary art and its power to spark dialogue and inspire creativity, Byrne and her team develop a distinctive exhibition program that elevates Virginia MOCA’s visibility and reputation, striving to make it a vibrant community resource through thought-provoking exhibitions and educational programming.
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