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Our friends, Diane and Brad Smith, announced that they'll match every donation up to $20,000 to help us raise $75,000 by December 31. If you like what we do and where we're headed, join us for another adventure in 2024 when we celebrate our 50th anniversary.

Donations support our mission to connect you with contemporary art and artists through exhibitions, programs, and artist residences.

As an independent 501c3 nonprofit, every dollar donated creates a BIG IMPACT at MoCA Arlington! If you can, please give today! DONATE HERE.

EXHIBITIONS:

Marissa Long: Blister Pearl

September 9 – December 22, 2023

Wyatt Resident Artists Gallery, Upper Level

An Adventure of Being

September 9 – February 11, 2024

Featuring work by Vincent Cy Chen, Nicki Cherry, Jeremy Olson, and Stephanie J. Williams

Meyer & Smith Galleries, Main Level

Zaq Landsberg: Reclining Liberty

Through June 28, 2024

Front Lawn

Free admission for all!

Holiday Shop

Give the gift of local art!

Please keep shopping at MoCA Arlington's Holiday Shop and support local artists!

Holiday Shop Hours

Saturday + Sunday / 12pm-5pm

Wednesday, Thursday, + Friday / 12pm - 5pm

The museum will be closed for Winter Break 12/23/23 through 1/1/24.

Winter 2024 Classes + Workshops

Registration now open!

Registration is now open for Kid, Teen, and Adult Classes this winter! 

Whether you are giving the gift of creativity this year to a friend or family member, or you plan to set a new year's resolution to get back into creating, sign up today to secure your spot in one of MoCA’s wonderful programs! From drawing and painting to ceramics and mixed media, you are sure to find an inspiring art class. Enrich your creative journey with our talented instructors and explore the world of art in a fun and supportive environment.

Adult Classes

Kids + Teen Classes

Workshops

Arlington Comics for Teens

Comic Book Contest!

Arlington Comics for Teens - Comic Book Contest

Deadline to Enter: January 20, 2024

Do you love comics? Are you an Arlington County student in middle or high school? If yes, this is your chance to show off your talent for storytelling and drawing!

The Arlington County Police Department, Arlington Public Library, Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington, and the Arlington Public School Teen Network Board invite you to take part in the inaugural Arlington Comics for Teens (ACT) contest. Develop, write, and draw your original comic or manga for a chance to earn prizes and opportunities to share your work with the community and professional comic artists!

More information and link to enter!

MoCA on the Move

Handcrafted Holidays!

MoCA on the Move: Handcrafted Holidays

Wednesdays / 12pm - 2pm / Free. No Registration required.

525 15th St S, Arlington, VA 22202

Find us in the First Floor lobby of the building, near the kiosk for Good Company Doughnuts!

Make something personal, and spread some cheer! A free, drop-in event for all ages. Come, make some art!

Dec. 20: Festive Candle Decoration – add some cheer to your table settings and decorations!

Have you tried yoga in the Tiffany Gallery?

Yoga in the Galleries

Saturdays / 10am-11am

AND

Mondays / 6:30pm-7:30pm

$10-$20. Registration required.

Yoga in the Galleries is a 60-minute yoga session hosted in the beautiful Tiffany Gallery. Move your body towards a presence with your inner creative, and open yourself to what inspires. After a 50-minute flowing session, you will be guided to meditate, doodle, draw, and write — enabling your creative mind to guide your hand in self-expression!

Sign up through Eventbrite or the button below.

Yoga Registration

Host your private or corporate event at MoCA Arlington!

The Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington makes a unique backdrop for a variety of events, including corporate meetings, client events, cocktail receptions, private dinners, small weddings, retirement celebrations, memorial services, and birthday parties. We welcome events for groups of 10 to 200 guests.

For more information, email [email protected].

Celebrate birthdays with an artist workshop at MoCA Arlington!

Hey kids! Do you have a birthday coming up on your calendar? Have your birthday party at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington! Select a fun art project from our special birthday menu, and after an hour-long private art-making workshop, you and the party guests will have time to enjoy cake and refreshments.

For more information, email [email protected].