The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA) and Virginia Wesleyan University proudly announce their collaboration on the construction of a state-of-the-art facility to be built on the University’s campus. This monumental partnership is a major leap forward for the arts and education in the Coastal Virginia community and beyond.
The new facility will serve as a hub for creativity and innovation, fostering artistic expression and offering an immersive experience for visitors and students alike. With an inventive design and versatile spaces, the facility will be equipped to host a range of exhibitions, performances, and educational programs available to students and the greater public. It will replace Virginia MOCA’s current home near the Virginia Beach oceanfront.
The new building will serve as a cultural landmark for the region, a vibrant gathering place where people of all walks can experience contemporary art in deeper and more interdisciplinary ways.
The central location on our campus will make Virginia MOCA even more accessible, allowing the Museum to better connect with the cultural and educational fabric of the Coastal Virginia area.
By integrating the arts into our campus, we are creating an environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and cultural appreciation. This collaborative effort with Virginia MOCA will further strengthen our commitment to providing a well-rounded education for our students.
Funding for the project has been generously provided by Jane Batten, Joan Brock, and Susan and David Goode. These esteemed individuals have long been strong supporters of Virginia MOCA and VWU throughout each organization's history. With their contribution, we are excited to help shape the future leaders of the world through the power of art.
I look forward to sharing more details with you in the fall when renderings and schematics become available.
