The Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History is located on the historic Main Street in downtown Danville, VA, between Holbrook & Sutherlin Avenues, featuring permanent collections, rotating exhibitions, and history and art programs. We also hold art classes in the Swanson Studio, located behind the museum. We offer exhibits, self-guided and group tours, and events year round!
Hours
Tues-Fri: 10 AM – 5 PM
Saturday: Noon – 5 PM
Closed Mondays and Sundays, New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Admission
Adults: $12
Seniors: $10
Military (active/retired): $10
Students ages 7-17: $5
Children 6 and under: free
Student Groups of 10 or More:
$5 per student and instructors are free
The following self-guided tours are available in the Museum:
Tour the Italian Villa style mansion built in 1859 that was home to Major William T. Sutherlin and family. The Sutherlin House Tour is available to all and we offer self-guided tours to visitors.
The Camilla Williams exhibition highlights the relationship this New York City Opera diva had with her hometown, Danville, and explores the difficult path to frame in a racially divided South during the Civil Rights protests.
This tour explores the role of Danville and its citizens during the Civil War.
This tour walks you through the evolution of the Danville civil rights demonstrations that began peacefully late in May 1963 when local civil rights leaders organized demonstrations, sit-ins, and marches to protest segregation in all spheres, but especially in municipal government, employment, and public facilities.
The Hall of Fame was established by the Danville Museum in 1974 to recognize and honor citizens of the area whose achievements have been outstanding.
If you have a group that would want a guided tour for any exhibit at the museum, please contact us today!
Enjoy a one-hour walking tour of Millionaires’ Row and learn “The Secrets Inside” the Victorian mansions surrounding the Museum (DMFAH). Return to the DMFAH and tour recreated rooms inside the 1858 Sutherlin mansion, view a Civil War exhibit, a Civil Rights exhibit and two art galleries. Visit the gift shop for a souvenir. All transactions are cash. Call Joyce Wilburn at 434.770.1974 to schedule a tour.
The following education opportunities and classes are available at the Museum:
Dates: 3 Saturdays: Nov 16, Nov 23, and Dec 7
Noon-3 p.m.
Location: Swanson Studios, behind the museum
Costs: $105 per student for 3 classes, plus the costs of art supplies. See below for supplies. Members use the promo code DANMEM to get 5% off.
Supplies: Students provide their own art supplies purchased at Jerry’s Artarama Art Supplies and Materials HERE.
Class Description: Unlock your creative potential in Geraldine O’Brien’s Oil Painting Classes. Designed for beginners to intermediate painters, this immersive class offers a comprehensive introduction to the versatile world of oil painting. It provides hands-on experience and expert guidance to help you master the fundamentals and explore advanced techniques.
This class is ideal for beginners new to oil painting and intermediate painters looking to refine their skills and explore new techniques.
About the instructor: Geraldine O’Brien, a professional artist with over 30 years of experience, has studied art in various locations across the US and Europe. Her work has been displayed in galleries from New York to Los Angeles.
Dates: Classes will start January 4, 2025, and be held every Saturday from Noon- 1 p.m.
Location: Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
Cost: $10 per person per class. Pay through Eventbrite using the “Get Started” button below or at the door. Museum members use promo code “DANMEM” on Eventbrite to get 5% off.
Supplies: Students should bring a towel, water, and a yoga mat.
Class Description: Find balance and peace with yoga instructor, Sherri Tuck, as she guides students through a 60-minute series of standing and seated asanas (yoga poses) designed to build flexibility, stamina and strength while being mindful of the breath. Focus will be placed on alignment and self-awareness throughout the class.
Modifications will be offered to make the class accessible to all skill levels. Class will end with a Savasana or final relaxation pose to allow for post-practice reflection.
Dates: Classes will start January 5, 2025, and be held on five consecutive Sundays from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
Costs: $40 per person for 5 weeks. Pay through Eventbrite using the “Get Started” button below or at the door. Museum members use promo code “DANMEM” on Eventbrite to get 5% off.
Supplies: pillows, blankets, yoga mats.
Class Description: If stress has you anxious, tense and worried, you might try meditation, a type of mind-body complementary medicine. Spending even a few minutes in meditation can help you relax deeply, calm your mind, and restore your calm and inner peace.
About the Instructor: Melissa Laverack is a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Certified Trainer and Instructor with over 24 years of experience.
Dates: 2024-2025 School Year
Ages: pre-K
Costs: $0
Art Smart is an art class taught in conjunction with the Danville/Pittsylvania County Headstart Programs. Please contact Cathy Eggleston, Museum Events and Volunteer Coordinator, for more information and to reserve times at 434-793-5644 or cathy@danvillemuseum.org.
Dates: Mondays 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. or Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Swanson Studios at the Danville Museum of Fine Art & History at 965 Main Street Danville, VA
Cost: $105 for non-museum members and $95.00 for museum members.
The class includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and firing.
Class Description: Forms In Clay is designed for beginners to advanced students. The Swanson Studio is equipped for hand-building and wheel throwing and utilizes an electric kiln for firing.
Please contact the museum at 434-793-5644 for more information and to register.
Hours:
Tuesday – Friday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Closed Sunday and Monday
Phone: (434)-793-5644
Email: info@danvillemuseum.org
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Submit your religious or spiritual art and artifacts for the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History’s December exhibition. The form is open until November 7, 2024, at 4:00 PM, and selected contributors will be notified via email.
