Events Around Virginia

In November we will be hosting our popular 4th Friday reception, a Holiday Shop as well as an artist meet-up and two figure drawing sessions.   And if you can’t make it to one of these events, don’t worry – we’re open every day except Mondays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to come see […]

Once a year, the Athenaeum features sculpture, and this year’s show brings an extraordinary collection of new and established artists to Old Town. Many of the pieces have been created for especially for Eclipse. Designed to take advantage of the gallery’s interior and exterior spaces, these artworks will delight your eyes and feed your soul.

Join Virginia War Memorial Director of Education, Jim Triesler, as he discusses the Battle of the Bulge and reflects on the experiences of those who served in Belgium and Luxembourg during the bitter winter of 1944 – 1945.   Although free, register early for this ONLINE ONLY event:  vawarmemorial.org/events   Registration: https://bit.ly/3ZxOrE6

Are the winter doldrums giving you a case of cabin fever? Have no fear! We’ve got the perfect solution with our Cabin Fever Concert Series!  Back by popular demand, we are excited to announce the return of this fun, intimate musical experience. We’re kicking off the series with Skylark! This jazz band provides sophisticated, funky […]

”The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln’s Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby’s Rangers, and the Shadow War That Forged America’s Special Operations,” by Patrick K. O’Donnell Author and historian Patrick O’Donnell describes irregular guerrilla warfare that altered the course of the Civil War and inspired the origins of America’s modern special operations forces. This was […]

In November we will be hosting our popular 4th Friday reception, a Holiday Shop as well as an artist meet-up and two figure drawing sessions.   And if you can’t make it to one of these events, don’t worry – we’re open every day except Mondays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to come see […]

Once a year, the Athenaeum features sculpture, and this year’s show brings an extraordinary collection of new and established artists to Old Town. Many of the pieces have been created for especially for Eclipse. Designed to take advantage of the gallery’s interior and exterior spaces, these artworks will delight your eyes and feed your soul.

Crossroads Art Center
2016 Staples Mill Rd. Richmond, VA 23230 Call 804.278.8950
www.crossroadsartcenter.com [email protected]

Open House & Artist Reception:
Friday January 17 2024, 5pm – 8pm

Join us at Crossroads Art Center for an enchanting evening on Friday, January 17, 2024, from 5-8p.m., as we unveil our new Exhibitions at our January 2025 Open House + Artist Reception. This event promises a delightful showcase of an exhibit by John MacLellan with the Richmond Triangle Players, a live drum performance by Babs Mohammed, our Gallery Member Exhibition Theme: “Love,” and our ever popular Juried All-Media show. Join in the festivities and savor delectable drinks, scrumptious food, and entrancing music.
The event on Friday, January 17th, 2024 is the perfect place to explore our latest exhibitions and potentially discover your next favorite artist. If you would like to be added to the Invitation list, please email us with your contact information at [email protected].

Get ready to laugh and lather as you create your own humorous soaps (winking owls, poop emojis, wacky animals, and more). Learn about melt-and-pour techniques using a moisturizing shea butter base, premium fragrance oils, and fun, skin-safe colorants.

On January 18, 2025, Stratford Hall invites visitors to discover the Great House and grounds for the special admission price of $5.

Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join us for a tour of Alexandria  as we explore looking at the various Architecture styles that adorn the city streets and make it one of the best places to live and work.  Reservations are […]

Alexandria has grown from a small town in the 18th century to a bustling small city in the 21st century. Join us for a tour of Alexandria  as we explore looking at the various Architecture styles that adorn the city streets and make it one of the best places to live and work.  Reservations are […]

Join us for a presentation from Henrico County history teacher, Jim Dorton, on his pilgrimage to discover the story of his Great Uncle, First Lieutenant Walter (WD) Sutherland, a B-17 pilot who was killed in World War II. Mr. Dorton was graciously awarded a grant known as the REB Award for Teaching Excellence by the […]

In November we will be hosting our popular 4th Friday reception, a Holiday Shop as well as an artist meet-up and two figure drawing sessions.   And if you can’t make it to one of these events, don’t worry – we’re open every day except Mondays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to come see […]

Once a year, the Athenaeum features sculpture, and this year’s show brings an extraordinary collection of new and established artists to Old Town. Many of the pieces have been created for especially for Eclipse. Designed to take advantage of the gallery’s interior and exterior spaces, these artworks will delight your eyes and feed your soul.

Once a year, the Athenaeum features sculpture, and this year’s show brings an extraordinary collection of new and established artists to Old Town. Many of the pieces have been created for especially for Eclipse. Designed to take advantage of the gallery’s interior and exterior spaces, these artworks will delight your eyes and feed your soul.

Stratford Hall is delighted to announce that Caroline E. Janney will deliver the 2025 Lee Lecture in the Jessie Ball duPont Memorial Library at Stratford Hall.  

Create a fun piece of wearable bead art! While bead embroidery may look complicated, it doesn’t have to be. In this class, you will learn beginning bead embroidery stitches as you create your own flying pig pin/pendant. Plus, the skills you learn can be combined and added to all sorts of fiber arts, giving you a solid foundation to expand your creativity.

Explores the role that Jewish American Soldiers played in liberating Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Beginning in the spring of 1945, the U.S. Army began uncovering these camps, revealing the horrific realities of the Holocaust. These Soldiers, many of whom were fluent in Yiddish, were not only witnesses to the atrocities but also […]

Overture is Flute Frenzy’s weekly tuition-free class for beginning flutists in 5th or 6th grade in their first year playing flute. Taught by Flute Frenzy’s Artistic Director, Sean Arawjo, the class instruction will focus on the basics of tone production and flute technique, such as breathing, tonguing, and hand position. Students are eligible for this […]