Sanctuary: An Immersive Outdoor Art Experience
October 17 through December 16, 2026 Mount Trashmore Park | Free and open to the public
‘Harbor of Stories’ Historic Kempsville Public Art Dedication Ceremony April 18; Pre-Event History Talk April 15
The public is invited to join the City of Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 18 at the northeast corner of Witchduck Rd. and Princess Anne Rd. for the dedication of “Harbor of Stories.”
Call for Artists: 2024-25 Sandler Center Art Gallery Opportunities
For emerging and established 2D artists living and working in Hampton Roads.
Sculpture Celebrates Virginia Beach’s Wheeled Sports Culture
“Skate Park,” a 16-foot piece by Virginia artist Jeff L. Hall, was installed in March 2024 at Woodstock Skate Park, 5709 Providence Road.
Forward Focus: Enhancing Arts Throughout the City
From new public art sculptures to culturally rich musical performances, the arts are taking center stage in Virginia Beach.
New Free Exhibit Uses Asian Art Technique to Explore Eastern U.S. Nature Themes
‘Threshold Grace: A Sumi-e Journey’ on view at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
"Stitch Together: A Community Quilt" Neighborhood Utility Box Art Project with Virginia Beach Students
In "Stitch Together: A Community Quilt," students from Bayside, Rosemont, and Bettie F. Williams Elementary Schools teamed up with local artist Jennifer Hand to create the art wraps, as part of a continuing Virginia Beach Public Art Residency Program between the Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department and Virginia Beach City Public Schools.
Celebrating Virginia Beach's 60th Anniversary Through Art!
Virginia Beach artist Joey Zarilli's 60th anniversary surfboard art wraps were installed by Signs of Success, Inc. at the corner of 21st Street and Pacific Avenue in May 2023.
Virtual Tour
Our Virtual Tour allows visitors to take self-guided tours of select exhibits and areas around Virginia Beach from their desktop or mobile device.
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