Institute for Contemporary Art
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The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University displays the art of our time and is free and open to the public six days a week. Artworks and exhibitions showcasing artists from around the world rotate through our four galleries and common spaces regularly, with related programming and events open to the public. Our building, the Markel Center, was designed by Steven Holl Architects specifically for the presentation of contemporary art and was completed in 2018. The Markel Center is a LEED Gold-certified building, in keeping with VCU's commitment to sustainability and sustainable practices. Come see us! Admission is always free.
Safety and Social Protocols
General
- CDC Recommended Cleaning Procedures:
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Personal Protection
- Health Screening Required-Staff:
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Amenities
General
- Attraction Fee: Free
- Distance to Airport: 7.5 miles
- Handicapped Accessible:
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Parking:
- For a Fee
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Restaurant
- # of Restaurants: 1
Accessibility
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Facilities
- Reception Capacity 430
- Theatre Capacity 240
- Banquet Capacity 130
- Number of Rooms 4
Auditorium
- Theater Capacity: 240
Forum
- Banquet Capacity: 130
- Reception Capacity: 430
New Market Sculpture Terrace
- Reception Capacity: 48
Thinking Field
- Reception Capacity: 320
Events

BlackGrounds #1, Lectures in Art History: Cherise Smith
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Murrmur: [Name] Inevitable Objects Workshop
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ICA Sound System
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Holiday Powers: Moroccan Modernism 1956-1978
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Test Pattern 07: Holland Andrews
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Screening: "Body Parts"
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