# First Art: Studio Art Class for Ages 2–5 (with caregiver)

> Program for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Ongoing
- Dates: Fri, Dec 4; Sat, Dec 19
- Where: Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA), 5811 Wesleyan Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
- Ages: Ages 2–5
- Price: Members $20; Nonmembers $25
- Organizer: Virginia MOCA
- Official page: https://virginiamoca.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F53810
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

A playful studio art class for the museum's youngest artists, with hands-on painting, sensory materials and simple tools that build fine motor skills and creative confidence while caregivers get tips for sharing in the process. Runs select Friday and Saturday sessions through the season; families can register for one or multiple sessions.

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