Virginia MOCA hosted a free Community Day on Saturday, May 9, at its new Virginia Beach location, in partnership with Virginia Humanities. The event featured inaugural exhibitions including Nina Chanel Abney: The Pursuit of Happiness and Seamless: Art and Design, along with hands-on art making, live performances, artist demonstrations, a U-Haul art gallery, food trucks, and workshops for all ages.
This event marks the museum's public debut in its new home, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 9, 2026. By offering free, inclusive programming, Virginia MOCA aims to strengthen community engagement and expand access to contemporary art in the region, signaling a new chapter for the institution and its role in the local cultural landscape.