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Reynolda welcomes learners of all ages who may have a range of interests. Adults can enjoy special programming and service opportunities that aim to make art, nature, and history accessible to all. Before, during, or even after your visit, explore the programs and resources below to learn more about our permanent art collection and historic estate.
Events & Workshops
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Aug 27, 2026, 6:00pm — 9:00pm
Enjoy an evening at the Museum with art, cocktails and music during Reynolda’s “Drinks at Dusk” event. For ages 21 and up.
Sep 17, 2026, 4:00pm — 6:00pm
Constitution Day and America 250 are connected through their celebration of the founding ideals of the United States. Together, they provide an opportunity to reflect on the nation’s history and the…
Sep 22, 2026, 12:30pm — 1:30pm
Kale yeah! Learn how to grow a cool season vegetable garden that works for your needs without all the sweat. We’ll discuss unique vegetable plants that thrive between October – April, artf…
Sep 29, 2026, 12:30pm — 1:30pm
Join Art Chadwick of Chadwick and Son, Orchids Inc. (Richmod, VA) for an informative lecture on Cattleya orchids. For as long as cattleya hybrids have been made, breeders have been naming them after p…
Oct 1, 2026, 6:00pm — 9:30pm
Join us on Thursday, October 1, 2026 for Reynolda’s Opening Night Gala for Chimes of Freedom: Folk Singers and Fellow Travelers, presented in conjunction with the exhibition Flash Point: The Civ…
Oct 2, 2026, 7:30pm — 9:30pm
Opening Night Gala Tickets Available Now! Photographer Danny Lyon documented the Civil Rights movement through intimate images of musicians, activists, and cultural icons. His photographs of Bob Dylan…
Spring Adult Classes
Join curator Allison Slaby and director of teaching and learning, Julia Tanner, to learn how art teaches us about the past and ourselves.
Join Deputy Director Phil Archer to learn how “palaces for pigs” and “condos for cows” shaped rural life—and why their legacy still matters today.
Resources & Programs
In this multi-session course, lifelong learners will dive into the history of Reynolda and explore our collection of American Art.
Inspired by Reynolda’s permanent collection and exhibitions, these programs are designed to further your understanding of American art.
Examine the estate’s history through its architecture, oral histories, and surviving documents.
Make the most of your visit and schedule a 90-minute guided tour.
Become a volunteer to enrich the lives of all who visit Reynolda.
In this digital series, Reynolda curators and staff provide a closer look at a piece of artwork or a story from the Museum’s history.