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Art Deco Society Of Virginia

The Art Deco Society of Virginia preserves and promotes the Art Deco architectural style and cultural heritage through education, advocacy, and community engagement, fostering appreciation for this unique artistic movement.

ADVANCED TICKET SALES ARE NOW CLOSED. WALK-UPS WELCOME!!! Theme: Travel Art Deco Style In our enduring partnership with Wilton House Museum, this year&#39;s Gatsby Afternoon Picnic will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This year&#39;s theme will be Travel Art Deco Style. Think about the Golden Age of Travel around that time which included automobiles, trains, ocean liners, and the early days of passenger air travel. Though not required, we of course encourage 1920s and 1930s attire and elaborate picnic displays. &nbsp;Come dressed for the occasion and transport yourself to a simpler time. Entertainment will include:<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A very special travel themed photo booth.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">The 1920s traditional jazz of the band Fatback.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">An open dance floor for all guests to Charleston and otherwise dance the day away.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">This year&#39;s contests will feature Best Dressed, Best Picnic Display, Best Pie (with a twist), the Charleston Contest, and a return of the very popular Musical Chairs!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Self-guided tours of Wilton House are currently being arranged.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Picnic games such as ring toss, croquet, and more!</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Shop at Daisy&#39;s Vintage Closet.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">And of course, the fabulous vintage road warriors of the Old Dominion Model A Ford Club will be in attendance.</li></ul>Rain date is Sunday September 27th. Children 12 and under are FREE!

The 14th Annual Gatsby Afternoon Picnic

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO A LATER DATE. Cap off the ADSVA&#39;s Art Deco Weekend with a walking tour through historic Scott&rsquo;s Addition. Originally named for General Winfield Scott, this early-20th century commercial and industrial area contains what is perhaps Richmond&rsquo;s best selection of Art Deco and Moderne commercial architecture. Join us to discover the history behind this popular Richmond district, now a booming residential neighborhood. This is a private tour presented by The Valentine Museum in association with the ADSVA. The tour will start at the corner of Leigh Street and Roseneath Road outside of Tazza Kitchen. Street parking is available but a bit challenging so please allow a bit of extra time to find a spot just in case! Tour general admission is $20/$15 for ADSVA members. A discount code will be provided in the September issue of the member newsletter, The Flapper. Please email <a fr-original-style="" href="mailto:artdecova.membership@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">artdecova.membership@gmail.com</a> if there are any questions. NOTE: Rain cancels. Also, if the weather requires moving the Gatsby Afternoon Picnic to Sunday, the tour will be cancelled and refunds will be issued.

CANCELLED - Art Deco Weekend Walking Tour of Scott's Addition

The ADSVA has a private appointment at 11 am with The Valentine Museum to get up close and personal with Art Deco and twenties vintage items from their collection. The visit will be led by Nichol Gabor, the Nathalie L. Klaus Curator of Costume and Textiles and former ADSVA board member. &nbsp;We will gather inside. Parking: &nbsp;There is a small lot behind the building, or they will validate tickets from the MCV patient &amp; Visitor Parking Deck at 1213 E Clay St.

Back Stage at The Valentine Museum

Step into the Jazz Age on this walking tour of downtown Art Deco buildings led by Blake McDonald, architectural historian with Historic Richmond. The one-mile tour route features over two dozen exuberant designs by some of Virginia&rsquo;s most important 20th-century architects. The group is limited to 25 people. If accessible, please bring Bluetooth-enabled earbuds/headphones for an enhanced audio experience. Rain cancels. No refunds unless rain cancels. Meet out front of the Carpenter Theater

Richmond's Fifth Avenue - A Grace Street Deco Walk

Please join the Art Deco Society Of Virginia for High Tea at the Jefferson Hotel.&nbsp;

Jefferson High Tea

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Join our community of supporters and become a member today. Your membership not only grants you access to exclusive benefits but also directly supports our mission. Visit Art Deco Society of Virginia for more information. Thank you for choosing to be part of our cause. Together, we can make a positive impact on our community. Ready to make a difference? Start your journey by becoming a member now!

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Join the ADSVA for a classic film experience and connect with fellow Art Deco enthusiasts to learn how cinema reflected the design and energy of the era! In the spirit of the season, we are hosting a viewing of the 1930s classic Madam Satan. And what better place to hold our inaugural movie night than at the beautiful Art Deco Henrico Theatre, designed by local architect Edward F. Sinnott and completed in 1938. (Sinnott also designed the Rose &amp; Lafoon Building and Robinson Theatre in Richmond, among others). The film &quot;blends romantic comedy, musical spectacle, and disaster drama as a refined socialite adopts a daring alter ego to reignite her husband&rsquo;s passion during a lavish costume ball aboard a Zeppelin.&quot; Join us at 6pm for a look at the theater and brief talk about the film and the theatre before the movie. The movie will commence at 7pm. All are welcome to join us in costume, fancy dress, or the fashion of your choosing!🎬 Enjoy a thoughtfully selected movie in an authentic period setting, connect with fellow Art Deco enthusiasts, and learn how cinema reflected the design and spirit of the era. Your ticket supports our work to honor, share, and preserve Virginia&rsquo;s Art Deco heritage. 🎞️ <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1788278705/wysiwyg/f1gmd42fylb0bsjrtili.jpg" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">

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