Artmobile Takes the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on a Road Trip

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is hitting the pavement with its Artmobile, bringing art to every corner of the state in an accessible and inclusive manner- for free! From local farmer's markets to county fairs and lively festivals, VMFA on the Road: An Artmobile for the 21st Century is on a mission to make art an experience for all.

Step inside the artmobile, and you'll find a trove of artistic treasures- the exhibition Revealing and Obscuring Identity: Portraits from the Permanent Collection. Spanning centuries and continents, this collection features works by artists such as S. Ross Brown, Jen Davis, After Charles Bird King, Chuck Stewart, and many more. A carefully curated showcase that aligns with the Artmobile's commitment to inclusivity, Revealing and Obscuring Identity: Portraits from the Permanent Collection charts the evolution of the portrait genre.

Miles ahead of the days when portraits were tokens of wealth and power, reserved only for the elite. The VMFA presents the metamorphosis of portraiture, where artists from diverse backgrounds now wield the brush to express their truth. Within these works, cultural influences intertwine, beauty standards are questioned, and artistic traditions are reinvented.

From the Eastern Shore to the mountains of the Southwest, you’re encouraged to board the mobile gallery when VMFA on the Road visits a location near you. Ride shotgun through time, culture, and human expression in Revealing and Obscuring Identity: Portraits from the Permanent Collection, and be inspired by the ever-resonant gravity of art.

By the way, it's worth noting that the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is the only art museum in the United States open 365 days a year with free general admission.