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The Made in VA Biennial brings together artists from across the commonwealth whose work spans a wide range of mediums, perspectives, and experiences. Curated from hundreds of submissions, the exhibition offers a compelling cross-section of exceptional contemporary art being made in Virginia today.
In Vivian Chiu: From Here, Chiu layers personal narratives with histories of craft and Chinese ceramic traditions. She examines how place, culture, and identity are carried and reshaped across generations and geographies. She considers what is preserved, altered, or rebuilt as people move between places and ways of life.
CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF ART AND ARTISTS OCTOBER 9–11
70TH ANNUAL VIRGINIA MOCA BOARDWALK ART SHOW
For seven decades, the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show has brought artists, collectors, residents, and visitors together on the Virginia Beach oceanfront for a celebration of art, artists, and coastal culture.
Join us October 9–11 to discover over 160 incredible artists, collect new work, and spend a weekend on the boardwalk surrounded by art. Free and open to the public!
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Made in VA Biennial 2026
September 11, 2026-March 21, 2027
What began as an annual tradition has grown into one of the Museum's most anticipated and defining programs. Now presented in Virginia MOCA's new purpose-built home, the Made in VA Biennial enters its next chapter. Featuring work created within the past two years, the exhibition reflects the breadth, rigor, and vitality of contemporary art in Virginia today.
Vivian Chiu: From Here
September 11, 2026-March 21, 2027
Through reconstructed reclaimed wood vessels and intricate images made from wood veneer, Vivian Chiu layers personal narratives with histories of craft and Chinese ceramic traditions.
PROGRAMS + EVENTS
Chakra Creations: A Wellness Experience
Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Coffee + Conversation: Filipino American History Month
Friday, October 16, 2026 | 10:30 am-12:00 pm
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Virginia MOCA offers art classes for all ages and skill levels! From one-day workshops to multi-session classes, there is a creative offering for everyone. We can’t wait to see you in our new studios.
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THE EVENT THAT STARTED IT ALL
VIRGINIA MOCA BOARDWALK ART SHOW
Celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026, the Virginia MOCA Boardwalk Art Show continues to connect artists, collectors, and the community through art.