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SUMMARY:Echoes of Us
DESCRIPTION:Curated by Kasidi Jordan\, Echoes of Us is a dynamic group exhibition showcasing the work of 15 Virginia-based Black artists\, including: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMamadou Barry\, S. Ross Browne\, Unicia R. Buster\, Christian Chambers\, SillyGenius. Michelle Hicks\, Kelly Johnson\, Jadea Knight\, Aminah McKenzie\, Amuri Morris\, Curtis Newkirk Jr.\, Paige Perkins\, Danny Robinson\, Dallas Roquemore\, Cameron Weston \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough a wide range of media\, the featured works explore the fluid and ever-evolving nature of Black identity—shaped by lived experience\, ancestral memory\, and future possibilities. Presented in the Long Gallery\, Echoes of Us positions Blackness as a living\, generational force: expansive\, richly layered\, and in constant transformation.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/echoes-of-us/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
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SUMMARY:(re)Framing Protest (Now): Design + Hope
DESCRIPTION:(re)Framing Protest (NOW) Design + Hope expands on the powerful 2022 show with new programming and a beautifully produced printed catalog. Developed in partnership with Richmond Free Press photojournalists Regina H. Boone and Sandra Sellars\, the exhibition shows how creative expression and design fueled the work of activists\, artists\, and organizers who mobilized during the summer of 2020 to collectively support and amplify the Black Lives Matter movement. Graffiti\, graphic design\, and spontaneous public art became both tools of resistance and acts of reflection—capturing the pain of a city while offering hope and healing. \nThe (re)Framing Protest (NOW): Design + Hope catalog\, designed by April Coleman\, Vice President of Production at the Richmond Free Press\, features expanded text from the original exhibition by writer and creative strategist Nichole Christian\, deepening the exhibition’s impact\, continued relevance\, and narrative. \n  \n 
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/reframing-protest-now/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250702T180000
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SUMMARY:Live at The Branch: Ari Voxx & The Sad Lads
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets Here \nVisit The Branch Museum of Design on Wednesday\, July 2nd\, at 6pm for the latest installment in our Live At The Branch mini concert series\, featuring DC’s Dreamy Pop Princess\, Ari Voxx. Well-versed in many different music worlds\, she focuses on writing music that is eclectic and authentically her\, transcending genres. With a sound heavily inspired by the moods and vibes of 80s/90s new-wave and pop artists\, a performance from Ari Voxx and The Sad Lads casts a nostalgic atmosphere over the listener. Expect to experience misty soundwaves propelled by pulsating beats\, generously draped with precise\, dynamic vocals. \nAri’s latest EP is a 6-song bedroom pop expedition filled with hazy dreamscapes\, bittersweet melodies\, and 90s-esque breakbeats. Lament in lilac with “distance.”\n\n*Ari and the Lads will be performing a special stripped down set for this event!\n\nLinks:\n \nwww.AriVoxx.com\nwww.instagram.com/Ari.Voxx\nwww.facebook.com/Ari.Voxx\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@arivoxx\nhttps://www.tiktok.com/@ari.voxx\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/6djJ2ext6ZtcC2nkVZuluS\nhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/ari-voxx/1499184815\nwww.AriVoxx.bandcamp.com
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/live-at-the-branch-ari-voxx/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini-Concert
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTSTAMP:20260502T172355
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SUMMARY:Closed for Holiday
DESCRIPTION:The Branch Museum of Design is closed to the public for July 4th; we hope you will join us another time. \nWhen planning your trip to The Branch\, check our online calendar for any other private rentals that may occur during your intended visit.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/closed-for-holiday-2/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250710T180000
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SUMMARY:(re)Framing Protest (NOW):  Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets Here \nVisit The Branch on Thursday\, July 10 at 6pm for a compelling community conversation featuring Richmond Free Press photojournalists Regina H. Boone and Sandra Sellars\, along with exhibition writer Nichole Christian\, as they discuss the photographs\, protests\, and creative resistance captured during the summer of 2020 and featured in the exhibition (re)Framing Protest (NOW). The conversation will explore the intersection of art\, activism\, and public space\, and how Richmond’s community reshaped its cityscape in response to a national call for justice. \nFollowing the discussion\, guests are invited to a book signing of the original exhibition catalog\, available for purchase at The Branch Museum of Design. Light refreshments provided. \nMeet the Panelists:   \nRegina H. Boone\, photographer\, (re)Framing Protest (NOW): Design + Hope\, is an award-winning photojournalist with over two decades of experience capturing stories of resilience\, from her hometown of Richmond\, VA with the Richmond Free Press to nearly 14 years at the Detroit Free Press. Her powerful image of a toddler during the Flint water crisis was featured on the cover of Time and named one of CNN’s “100 Photos that Defined the Decade.” A graduate of Spelman College\, Regina has taught in Japan\, traveled extensively\, and studied photojournalism at Ohio University. In 2018\, during her Knight-Wallace Fellowship\, she began a personal research project on her Japanese grandfather’s wrongful arrest during WWII—her final assignment from her late father\, publisher Raymond H. Boone. \nSandra Sellars\, photographer\, (re)Framing Protest (NOW): Design + Hope\, is a celebrated photojournalist whose work with the Richmond Free Press has earned numerous state and national awards\, including Best in Show for her coverage of the 2020 protests with Regina Boone. In addition to her journalism\, Sandra contributes to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts as a Special Projects and Events Photographer and was recognized for her work on the Louis Draper Archival Portal. A skilled black-and-white printer\, Sandra holds both a B.S. and M.S. in Mass Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University. \nNichole Christian\, our moderator\, writer\, and editor of (re)Framing Protest (NOW): Design + Hope\, is a writer and creative director known for her dynamic voice and multidimensional approach to storytelling. A former staffer at The Wall Street Journal\, Time\, The New York Times\, and the Detroit Free Press\, she brings a seasoned journalistic lens to her work. As the lead writer for (re)Framing Protest (Now) and its accompanying catalogue\, Nichole shaped the exhibition’s narrative with depth and clarity. She is also the creative director and editor for The Kresge Foundation’s Eminent Artist monograph series and co-author of Canvas Detroit. Her writing has appeared in numerous books\, arts journals\, and museum publications\, reflecting a career devoted to elevating voices and exploring the intersection of art\, identity\, and social justice. She is a proud native Detroiter.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/curator-conversation/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250711T210000
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SUMMARY:The Shadow of a Petal // Floral Design Inside the County Jail
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the opening night of 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘚𝘏𝘈𝘋𝘖𝘞 𝘖𝘍 𝘈 𝘗𝘌𝘛𝘈𝘓: 𝘍𝘓𝘖𝘙𝘈𝘓 𝘋𝘌𝘚𝘐𝘎𝘕 𝘐𝘕𝘚𝘐𝘋𝘌 𝘛𝘏𝘌 𝘊𝘖𝘜𝘕𝘛𝘠 𝘑𝘈𝘐𝘓 on July 11th from 6-9pm. \nThe project is centered around a series of Floral Therapy workshops with Chesterfield County Jail’s nationally recognized recovery program\, H.A.R.P. (Helping Addicts Recover Progressively)\, led by horticultural therapist\, psychotherapist\, and clinical social worker Becca Amos and floral designer Meredith Wheeler of Secret Flowers. \nThe exhibition features photographs by Amy Robison and Sydnee Schorr including process photography\, portraits\, and completed floral arrangements. It presents first-hand participant accounts and explores how creative\, nature-based interventions can foster emotional expression and individual and collective healing—even in the most restrictive environment. And it invites a broader conversation about the systems that sever people from nature and the possibilities for therapeutic practice in carceral spaces. \n100% OF PROCEEDS FROM THIS EXHIBITION WILL BE DONATED TO THE H.A.R.P. RVA RECOVERY PROGRAM.  The exhibit is on view July 11th – July 19th.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/the-shadow-of-a-petal-floral-design-inside-the-county-jail/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250720T143000
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SUMMARY:Echoes of Us Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets Here \nJoin us on Sunday\, July 20th at 1pm for an afternoon of dialogue with the exhibiting artists of Echoes of Us at The Branch Museum. \nThis artist-led talk and community conversation invites attendees to engage more deeply with the works on view as artists share the stories behind their work\, their creative processes\, and the personal and cultural narratives that shape their practices. \nThe program will include a moderated discussion\, a guided tour of the exhibition\, and time for audience Q&A and open engagement. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/echoes-of-us-artists-talk/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250723
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SUMMARY:Closed for Exhibition Prep
DESCRIPTION:The Branch Museum of Design is closed all day to the public for installation of our new exhibitions: Ruined and Refined.  Please join us for the free opening reception on Thursday\, July 24 from 6-8pm.  Learn more about the event here:  https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/ruined-and-refined-opening-reception/ \nWhen planning your trip to The Branch\, check our online calendar for any other private rentals that may occur during your intended visit.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/closed-for-exhibition-prep/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250724
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SUMMARY:Closed for Exhibition Prep
DESCRIPTION:The Branch Museum of Design is closed all day to the public for installation of our new exhibitions: Ruined and Refined.  Please join us for the free opening reception on Thursday\, July 24 from 6-8pm. Learn more about the event here:  https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/ruined-and-refined-opening-reception/ \nWhen planning your trip to The Branch\, check our online calendar for any other private rentals that may occur during your intended visit.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/closed-for-exhibition-prep-2/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
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SUMMARY:Ruined
DESCRIPTION:Curated by John Ryland of Richmond-based Classified Moto\, Ruined showcases the raw creativity and industrial edge that have made the shop a cult favorite around the world. In John’s view\, being told he’s “ruined” a perfectly good bike is a badge of honor—it means he’s taken a run-of-the-mill machine and turned it into something unexpected\, personal\, and unforgettable. \nThe exhibition features some of Classified Moto’s most recognized builds\, including the motorcycle designed in 2014 for AMC’s The Walking Dead\, built for the character Daryl Dixon (played by Norman Reedus). This one-of-a-kind bike became an instant icon\, appearing in AMC’s promotional campaigns and displayed at events like San Diego Comic-Con. \nVisitors to Ruined will have the rare opportunity to sit on Daryl’s bike and take photos—a hands-on moment few fans have ever experienced.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/ruined/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
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SUMMARY:Refined: The Design of Vespa
DESCRIPTION:Refined: The Design of Vespa \nFrom Italian ingenuity to contemporary cool\, Refined explores the enduring legacy of one of the most recognizable and stylish designs of the 20th and 21st centuries. More than just a scooter\, the Vespa is a cultural touchstone—an emblem of freedom\, elegance\, and fashion-forward innovation on two wheels. \nThis exhibit traces Vespa’s evolution from its 1946 debut\, when aircraft engineer Corradino D’Ascanio reimagined urban transportation with sleek lines\, enclosed mechanics\, and an intuitive\, step-through frame—radically different from the grease-and-grit motorcycles of the era. Designed for practicality\, it quickly became a symbol of effortless style. Its aerodynamic silhouette and candy-colored hues captured the glamour and optimism of a new era in Italy\, earning Vespa global admiration and a permanent place in the design canon. \nThrough vintage models\, advertisements\, and pop culture artifacts\, Refined showcases how the scooter’s form and function have continuously adapted while remaining unmistakably Vespa. From couture campaigns to Fellini films\, Vespa has always been more than a ride—it’s a fashion statement in motion.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/refined-the-design-of-vespa/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T200000
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SUMMARY:Ruined and Refined: Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Branch Museum of Design presents Ruined and Refined—two exhibitions exploring innovation in motorcycle and scooter design—opening Thursday\, July 24\, 2025. \nRuined\, curated by John Ryland of Richmond-based Classified Moto\, fills the Long Gallery with custom motorcycles that highlight transformation and purpose. A centerpiece of the show is the motorcycle built in 2014 for AMC’s The Walking Dead\, used by Daryl Dixon (played by Norman Reedus). Designed by Classified Moto\, the bike appeared in promotional campaigns and events like San Diego Comic-Con. Visitors will have the rare chance to sit on the bike and take photos—a hands-on experience few fans have had. \nIn the Main Gallery\, Refined: The Design of Vespa traces the evolution of one of the world’s most recognizable scooters. At the heart of the exhibition is the Vespa 946 “Snake”—a rare\, numbered model released in 2025 for the Year of the Snake. With its sculptural silhouette and precision detailing\, this limited-edition scooter represents the cutting edge of Vespa’s design evolution. Refined places the 946 Snake alongside a collection of vintage and modern scooters\, showing how form and function have shifted over time while remaining unmistakably Vespa. \nJoin us for a free opening reception on Thursday\, July 24\, from 6–8 PM.  Guests will enjoy access to both exhibitions and photo opportunities with Daryl’s bike. Open bar and light snacks will be provided.  \nPresented with generous support from GEICO Richmond\, Matt Smith | MSE Properties\, Ivor Massey\, and Virginia Coalition of Motorcyclists (VCOM). Special thanks to Moto Richmond\, Lucky Signs\, Lucas Gaitan and Rhiannon Newman.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/ruined-and-refined-opening-reception/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Ruined and Refined: Ride In Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Ruined and Refined—two exhibitions exploring motorcycle and scooter design—with a community ride-in and museum day. \nThe ride begins at Moto Richmond (6000 Midlothian Tpke) at 9:30am with coffee and donuts.  At 11 AM\, riders will head out toward The Branch Museum—50cc and vintage-friendly routes will be available. From 12-2pm\, enjoy food trucks\, and half-price admission to see the exhibitions\, including Daryl Dixon’s bike from The Walking Dead and the limited-edition Vespa 946 “Snake.” \nAll riders welcome—come solo or bring your crew. \nPresented with generous support from GEICO Richmond\, Matt Smith | MSE Properties\, Ivor Massey\, and Virginia Coalition of Motorcyclists (VCOM). Special thanks to Moto Richmond\, Sarah Apple\, Lucas Gaitan and Rhiannon Newman.
URL:https://branchmuseum.org/calendar/ruined-and-refined-ride-in-day/
LOCATION:The Branch Museum of Design\, 2501 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
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