Community Programs

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers a wide-range of carefully guided creative engagements,
courses and program activities for adults and teens in the Vero Beach area. These experiences
are provided by specially certified instructors, who design the activities with a focus on the
process instead of the product, capitalizing on the transformational power of the artistic process.

The Vero Beach Museum of Art’s community programs and partnerships emphasize the positive
transformational power of the expressive and contemplative arts. The guiding principles of these
programs consider essential human needs such as: experiencing a sense of personal development
and fulfillment through the art-making process, feeling emotionally and physically safe; developing
meaningful relationships with others; and having an opportunity for personal choice and self-expression.
The Museum currently provides off-site programs at Indian River Estates, the Senior Resource Association
and the Alzheimer’s/Parkinson Association as well as on-site in the Museum Art School Studios and
other Museum spaces.

Please contact Angela Ameling, School and Community Access Manager at aameling@vbmuseum.org or
772.231.0707 ext. 104 for more program information.

Museum Programs

A+ART

A+ART is a free program for teens and young adults with different learning needs, including those on the Autism spectrum.

A+ ART is a free creative arts program that takes place in the Museum’s galleries and studios. Every week students will visit the galleries to discuss a work of art, practice sketching, and return to the studios to create an art project that relates to the unique theme that week. Museum educators encourage positive social interaction and promote a sense of community with group discussion questions, team-building games and share-time at the end of every class.

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Please contact Angela Ameling, School and Community Access Manager at aameling@vbmuseum.org or 772.231.0707 ext. 104 for more program information.

Veteran’s Program

In conjunction with the Veteran’s community, Museum educators design classes to provide opportunities for creative expression in a Museum gallery and art studio setting; to educate Veterans on elements of art and principles of design; to preserve and share the stories of Veterans service experiences through a variety of media; to educate the community about the stories of service; and to honor the Veterans commitment, time, and sacrifices made. Classes are free of charge and are open to any Veteran in Indian River County. To register for any of the following classes, contact Angela Ameling, School and Community Access Manager at aameling@vbmuseum.org or 772.231.0707 ext. 104 for more program information.

Watercolor Basics for Veterans
Beginning students will delve into diverse watercolor techniques during this free class for Veterans. Teaching artist Lauren Kennedy will introduce how to use various materials to give form to this fluid medium. Each class will begin with a warm-up exercise to experiment with demonstrated techniques before painting subjects like botanicals and underwater seascapes. The VBMA will provide all art supplies. All Veterans need to bring is imagination and willingness to play!

Schedule: Tuesdays, April 15- May 13, 2025
Time: 5:30-8:30pm
Location: VBMA, Studio 2
Materials and Supplies: The VBMA will supply all registered Veterans with art supplies and all other materials.
Cost: FREE for registered Veterans

THIS CLASS IS FULL.
To join the waitlist please contact Angela Ameling, School and Community Access Manager, at 772.231.0707 ext. 104 or aameling@vbmuseum.org.

Photography for Veterans
Instructor: Ken George Jr.
Explore the art of photography through hands-on instruction and creative exercises with VBMA instructor and local photographer Ken George Jr. Veterans will learn about composition, light, and perspective, and develop unique photographic style while gaining a solid understanding of the fundamentals. No previous experience required; all skill levels are welcome. Participants should bring their own cameras, from iPhones to state-of-the-art DSLRs. A limited number of cameras are available to registered Veterans to check out during the class. All other materials will be supplied by the VBMA.

Classes meet June 3- July 1
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: VBMA Studio 4
Cost: Free to Veterans

To join the waitlist please contact Angela Ameling, School and Community Access Manager, at 772.231.0707 ext. 104 or aameling@vbmuseum.org.

Off-site Community Partnership Programs

Senior Resource Association

The following classes are held at the Senior Resource Association facilities in Vero Beach and Sebastian. Contact Emily Wilcox, 772-569-0760 ext.206, at the Senior Resource Association for registration information:

Artful Engagements is a creative arts program for those experiencing cognitive impairment including those with dementia. Multiple expressive modalities (visual arts, sculpture, storytelling, music, and movement) encourage creative expression, personal autonomy and social connection.

Program meets every Wednesday at the Senior Resource Association in Vero Beach 10 -11 am, 694 14^th St. and every Monday in Sebastian from 10 -11am at the Senior Resource Association at 815 Davis St.

Alzheimer & Parkinson Association

The following classes are held at the Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s Association, 2300 5^th Ave #150, in Vero Beach. Contact Courtney Sanchez, 772-563-0505, for registration information.

Movement in the Moment is a movement class for individuals experiencing mobility challenges, including Parkinson’s, or cognitive challenges. Breath work, singing, choreographed, and improvisational movements are used to improve flexibility, balance, gait, and to promote community building.

Class is held on Wednesday from 11:30 – 12:30 pm at the APA in Indian River Shores located at 6001 Florida A1A, Indian River Shores, FL 32963 and on Fridays from 1:00-2:00pm in the Caregiver Respite room at the APA in Vero Beach, 2300 5th Avenue Suite 150 Vero Beach , FL 32960 .

Class is held on Mondays from 1:00 – 2:00 pm at the APA in Vero Beach located at, 2300 5th Avenue Suite 150 Vero Beach , FL 32960 .