Scott Harris has been chosen as director of the James Monroe Museum and
Memorial Library in Fredericksburg. Harris, who currently serves as director of the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park in New Market, Va., will begin work at the museum July 18. Read the press release
Ranny Corbin, Clerk of the Board of Visitors and Assistant Vice President for Special Initiatives, will 
retire after more than 15 years of dedicated service to the University.
Please join us on Thursday, June 2, 3 to 4:30 p.m. in Dodd Foyer, as we say thank you, give our congratulations, and bid a fond farewell. All faculty and staff are invited to attend this special occasion and to send Ranny off with our best wishes.
Guided Woodland Walks
Sunday, May 29, 2 p.m.
Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, these informative walks cover a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and also touch on the historic ruins of Belmont’s past. Please wear sturdy footwear. Meet outside the Visitor Center.
View or print the Trail Map (PDF).
From idea to finished object, participants print their own professional-looking and unique t-shirt. Starting by discussing what makes a good design, participants create their own designs, cut stencils and print onto shirts using the silkscreen printing technique. Along the way, the concept of positive and negative shapes is introduced as they relate to stencil design. This workshop is a fun and fast paced day that involves both individual creativity and team work! Participants provide own t-shirts.
Watch this video of our last silkscreen class – loads of fun!
This program has been organized by the VMFA Office of Statewide Partnerships, and is funded, in part, by the Jean Stafford Camp Memorial Fund.
Workshop Cost: $20 members; $25 non-members.To register, please contact Education Coordinator Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851.
The Belmont Stakes at Belmont
June 11
Join the excitement at Gari Melchers Home and Studio for the running of the 143rd Belmont Stakes. The race will be televised live in the Studio Pavilion with a casual BBQ buffet and entertainment.
Don’t let this event come down to the wire. Grab your tickets by June 4. Gates open: 4:30 p.m. Wine and beer cash bar.
Entry fee: Friends of Belmont /$40; non-members $50. For reservations and information contact Betsy Labar at 540/654-1848.