Museum News & Events
Fashion Meets Art 2025 Fundraiser Features Supermodel & Entrepreneur Christie Brinkley
A sold-out crowd of 400 gathered at the Vero Beach Museum of Art on Wednesday, February 19, to attend the eighth annual Fashion Meets Art fundraiser with headliner Christie Brinkley, one of the world’s most iconic supermodels.
The Sounds They Loved: An Interview with Pianist Leslie Amper
Pianist Leslie Amper returns to the VBMA on March 22 for a unique multimedia performance. Offering insights into the musical influences on artists featured in the French Moderns exhibition, Ms. Amper combines live piano music with visual art and insightful commentary. In this interview, she reveals tells us about the upcoming program and her early career influences.
Beth Lipman’s Miles Law on View Now in the Stark Rotunda
Beth Lipman is an American artist whose sculptural work is inspired by the art historical tradition of still life—a Western genre that depicts arranged objects, both natural and man-made. Her Miles Law installation is on view at VBMA beginning March 3, 2025.
New Exhibitions on View in All Four VBMA Galleries
The Vero Beach Museum of Art offers art lovers an entirely refreshed experience. As of February 10, new exhibitions are on view in each of the Museum’s four interior galleries, including two original exhibitions by Chief Curator Caitlin Swindell.
Concerts in the Park Returns to the Vero Beach Museum of Art
Mark your calendar for outdoor performances from 5–7 p.m. on February 27 & March 20. Concerts in the Park are back at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Bring a chair or picnic blanket and enjoy performances amid the beautiful outdoor atmosphere of the Museum’s Sculpture Park.
VBMA GALA 2025—La soirée était magnifique
On January 31, a sold-out crowd of more than 470 guests celebrated at GALA 2025: A Moveable Feast, the Vero Beach Museum of Art’s annual gala, arguably the season’s most iconic and anticipated philanthropic event.
Timeless: Robert Farber’s Fashion Photography Brings Two of the World-renowned Photographer’s Series Together for the First Time in a Museum Exhibition
Vero Beach Museum of Art is pleased to present Timeless: Robert Farber’s Fashion Photography on view in the Stark Gallery from February 10 through August 31, 2025. This original exhibition is curated by the Vero Beach Museum of Art’s Chief Curator, Caitlin Swindell. Timeless brings two of the world-renowned photographer’s series together for the first time in a museum exhibition.
Chamber Music at the VBMA: An Interview with Brian Stanley, Director of Artistic Operations, Atlantic Classic Orchestra
This weekend, the 17th season of the celebrated partnership between the Vero Beach Museum of Art and the Atlantic Classical Orchestra begins. Three performances comprise this year’s series—one in January, one in February, and one in March. In this interview, Brian Stanley, Director of Artistic Operations at Atlantic Classic Orchestra, discusses his role with the ACO and provides insight into this year’s Chamber Music Series.
Faculty Meet and Greet, Demonstrations & More at February 8 Open House
The Vero Beach Museum of Art is delighted to present its annual Studio Open House on Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Patrons can meet the art school faculty and watch as they demonstrate their talents—from painting to pottery, mixed media to Tai Chi—explore the studios, and learn about the classes offered next term.
Art Matters—A Closer Look at VBMA Programs for Veterans
The Vero Beach Museum of Art provides U. S. Military Veterans with opportunities for creative expression in museum gallery and art studio settings. VBMA spoke with Air Force Veteran, retired firefighter, and one of Florida’s first fire-rescue paramedics, Pierce Theakston, and his wife Tandy, a retired nurse, about their recent experience with VBMA Programs for Veterans.
Winter Break Family Fun
This winter break, bring the entire family to the Vero Beach Museum of Art for winter-inspired art workshops on Thursday and Friday, December 26 and 27, and Thursday and Friday, January 2 and 3, from 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Art After Dark Returns to VBMA on December 13 & 14
Experience Art After Dark—the Treasure Coast’s pre-eminent outdoor digital art exhibition. Immerse yourself in this celebration of digital art in its many possibilities—motion graphics, experimental film, and animation—as works by more than a dozen new media artists from around the globe are projected onto the Museum’s iconic white walls. The outdoor exhibition for all ages is FREE and open to the public.
Celebrate the Season at Holidays at the Museum on Saturday, December 14
Join the Vero Beach Museum of Art on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for our annual Holidays at the Museum celebration. Families, children, and adults of all ages will enjoy free admission to the entire Museum, along with holiday art-making activities, music and dance performances, and other festivities inspired by the season.
Behind the Scenes with Artist John Miller
Artist John Miller chats with Vero Beach Museum of Art Chief Curator Caitlin Swindell on October 22, 2024, during the installation of Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller.
Classic Heat: An Interview with BVB’s Adam Schnell
In this interview, Ballet Vero Beach Artistic Director and CEO Adam Schnell shares his perspective on the company’s longstanding collaboration with VBMA and provides insight on Classic Heat.
Ballet Vero Beach Returns to VBMA Nov. 16 & Feb. 8
Dancers and choreographers from Ballet Vero Beach take the stage in the Leonhardt Auditorium for afternoon performances on Saturday, November 16, 2024, and Saturday, February 8, 2025, inspired by the Museum’s season exhibitions Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller and French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950.
VBMA Reopens October 19 with Free Admission Week and Special October 25 Family-Friendly ‘Back in Action Bash!’
VBMA reopens on Saturday, October 19, with free admission for all through Sunday, October 27. In addition to exhibition exploration, each day offers activities for adults and children alike, and on October 25, when school is out for many Indian River County students, VBMA will present a family-friendly ‘Back in Action Blast’ with activities for all ages throughout the Museum.
Free Admission Days Now ‘Second Saturdays’ at VBMA
The Vero Beach Museum of Art is pleased to announce that its free admission Saturday/Museum Studios family programming is moving to the second Saturday of each month with expanded programming sure to entertain, educate, and inspire guests of all ages.
Jaume Plensa’s Yorkshire Soul III, 2010
Jaume Plensa’s stainless-steel sculpture Yorkshire Soul III depicts a seated figure whose silhouette is formed by symbols from different writing systems; the piece is a beautiful reflection of the artist’s interest in the way this medium can show the messages he aims to express through his work.
Melissa A. DePriest, MPA, CFRE Named Director of Development
The Vero Beach Museum of Art has hired Melissa A, DePriest, MPA, CFRE, as Director of Development.
Meet Artist John Miller and Experience the World of Glass Art Creation at the Opening Day Celebration of Roadside Reverie
The entire family is invited to the Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) on Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for opening-day activities celebrating the new exhibition, Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller. Marvel as the Duncan McClellan Gallery Mobile Hot Shop returns to VBMA—this time with artist John Miller, meet the artist, take a guided tour of the exhibition gallery, and more.
Supermodel & Entrepreneur Christie Brinkley to Headline February 19 “Fashion Meets Art” Fundraiser
The Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) has announced that Christie Brinkley, renowned as one of the world’s most iconic supermodels, will headline its “Fashion Meets Art” fundraising event on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Summer Interns Assist with Collections Documentation
Under the direction of the Vero Beach Museum of Art Chief Curator Caitlin Swindell and with the support of Collections and Exhibitions Assistant Bailee Radakovich, two summer interns, Leena Alkayaly and Isabella Thomas, have diligently worked on several projects that will have a lasting impact on the Museum.
By Popular Demand, VBMA Extends Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip: Photographs by Robert Landau Through September 15
Visitors to the Vero Beach Museum of Art now have more time to relive the music of the 1960s and 1970s through the billboard designs that turned L.A.’s Sunset Strip into a veritable drive-thru art gallery. The Museum announced today that it has extended the stay of the widely popular Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip: Photographs by Robert Landau exhibition through September 15.