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Program Description
The Vero Beach Museum of Art provides cultural leadership and enrichment for the public through a wide variety of educational, studio art and humanities programs; a diversity of quality exhibitions; and the collection, preservation and presentation of important American and international works of art.
YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS
VBMA presents a variety of exciting and
popular programs for children and their
families throughout the year.
Every day children can enjoy their Museum visit with our free "Treasure Hunts" activities, and young artists can check out a special "Gallery Kit" to make their own masterpieces while here to take home!
"KidZ ArtShops" is a Saturday program for families with children ages 3-12 to enjoy exploring an exhibition together with docent‐guided interactions, and responding by making original artwork in the studio with a teaching artist. "KidZ ArtShops" are free for family members, or $5 for each non-member child (parents are free). Please check the website for a full listing of dates.
"Turtle Tours" are engaging monthly visits to the galleries and studio for young children ages 3-6. "Turtle Tours" are free for family members, or free with admission and $5 for each child. Please check the website for a full listing of dates. Space is limited; please call to reserve your place no later than the Monday before.
"Holidays at the Museum" is a family favorite event for many years, the Museum opens its doors for holiday themed activities, entertainment, and a special visitor from the North Pole to kick off a festive season for hundreds.
"Children's Art Festival" at 32 years the longest continuing program(predating the original building) and the single largest attended Museum event each year consistently attracting more than 3,000 people, the CAF celebrates what the arts mean to the children of our community, by encouraging their activity and engagement in a fun and creative place, and recognizing their artistic accomplishments with their families.
The VBMA MUSEUM ART SCHOOL features a variety of studio art, art appreciation, art history, and humanities classes for people of all levels of experience and skill. It is one of the largest museum art schools in the state of Florida, teaching in diverse media including photography, drawing, pastels, watercolor, oil and acrylic painting, jewelry design, and mixed media. The Museum Art School has five spacious, light‐filled studio classrooms and is home to an enclosed sculpture area that is equipped for a variety of three‐dimensional work in ceramics (including high fire and raku), and glass slumping and fusing. Its humanities offerings include popular and engaging courses in cinema studies, literature, philosophy, and opera. The Museum Art School offers instruction in a variety of formats: short workshops, 5‐week and 10‐week courses in morning, afternoon and
evening classes four terms per year. The Museum Art School is an institutional member of the National Guild for Community Arts Education.
"Summer Art Camp" is an eight‐week program designed to offer a creative, child centered environment for young artists to explore new ideas, develop skills, and build self‐esteem through making and learning about art. It features a variety of exciting art
classes for children ages 4 - 16, offered in the morning and afternoon, and may be combined to create a personalized full‐day program. A limited number of scholarships are available; see on-line for complete details.
Responsible and committed teen volunteers are needed. Call for details.
For more information on these and other programs, please visit the Museum's website at www.verobeachmuseum.org
Services Available Through This Program
Community Activities- Cultural and the Arts
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Recreation- Summer Camps: Youth
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Summer Programs
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| Hours of Operation
The Museum is closed on New Year's Day, Easter, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day and New Year's Eve and Day.
Closed Mondays from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
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Eligibility Requirements and Important Information
No restrictions.
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Availability and Fees
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Current Wait List: |
NO |
Handicapped Access: |
YES |
Accepts Medicaid: |
NO |
Accepts Medicare: |
NO |
Accepts Private Insurance: |
NO |
Financial Assistance Available?: |
YES |
Sliding Scale: |
NO |
Other Fee Information
The Museum is open to the public. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (65 yrs+) $9; College Students with ID $5; Members, Children (17 yrs and under), and Active Military with ID receive free admission. Other rates: Adult Tour Groups of 15+ $9 ea.; Senior Tour Groups of 15+ $8 ea.; Seasonal rates (Memorial Day - Labor Day): Adults $6 and Seniors $5. The Museum offers free admission on the last Saturday of every month. Become a Museum member and always receive free admission, store discounts and more.
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Points of Interest
Languages: English
Areas Served: Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee and St. Lucie Counties
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