# Virginia MOCA Winter Family Art Studio & Contemporary Galleries > Place to go for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA), 2200 Parks Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 - Ages: All ages (interactive ARTlab hands-on studio gallery designed for families and youth) - Price: Free admission for all visitors; advanced online reservations encouraged - Organizer: Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art - Official page: https://virginiamoca.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/virginia-beach/activities/virginia-moca-winter-family-art-studio-and-contemporary-galleries--listing-b62c50bf7a7a76749e63a547 ## About The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA) in Virginia Beach is an inspiring, forward-thinking art museum located just blocks from the oceanfront. Free of permanent collections, MOCA presents rotating, thought-provoking exhibitions featuring painting, sculpture, photography, and innovative multimedia installations from regional and international artists. For families, the museum's standout feature is the ARTlab, an interactive, hands-on maker gallery where children and parents can create their own artistic masterpieces inspired by the works on display. Young artists can experiment with collage, clay modeling, light tables, and texture rubbing stations under the encouraging guidance of museum educators. Wide, open, light-filled galleries make navigating with little ones stress-free, while free general admission ensures an accessible, enriching indoor cultural outing on chilly or rainy winter afternoons. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Completely ADA accessible single-story museum layout with polished concrete floors, wide open galleries, and easy stroller maneuvering throughout. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Comfortable seating couches in the lobby and ARTlab; private family restrooms equipped with clean baby-changing stations and step stools. • Age Suitability: Welcomes visitors of all ages; ARTlab hands-on activities are especially engaging for toddlers, elementary schoolers, and creative teens. • Sensory Tips: Museum galleries are tranquil, open, and visually stimulating with gentle natural daylight; ARTlab provides tactile, multi-sensory materials in a supportive environment. ## Similar picks in Virginia Beach - [Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art Thanksgiving Family Art Studio & Gallery Walk](https://grassyknees.com/virginia-beach/activities/virginia-museum-of-contemporary-art-thanksgiving-family-art-studio-and--listing-2a2abaefcb441a4605dab3dd) — Sat, Nov 28 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA) · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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