Art Trip: Richmond, Virginia | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios

The video explores Richmond, Virginia, focusing on its historical and cultural significance. It highlights the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, showcasing its diverse art collection and historical transparency. The journey includes a visit to Sonya Clark's studio, dining experiences, and art galleries like Reynolds and 1708. The video also delves into VCU's creative spaces and the future of Richmond's art scene, emphasizing the city's blend of history and modernity.

What historical role did Richmond, Virginia, play during the American Civil War?

• It was a major battlefield.

• It was the capital of the Confederacy.

• It was a neutral zone.

• It was the capital of the Union.

Which university in Richmond is known for its prominent art school?

• University of Richmond

• Virginia State University

• Virginia Commonwealth University

• Liberty University

What is a significant aspect of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' collection?

• It only displays art from the 19th century.

• It includes a wide range of international contemporary art.

• It is exclusively a sculpture museum.

• It focuses solely on European art.

Which artist's studio did the narrator visit in Richmond?

• Julie Mehretu

• Sonya Clark

• Mickalene Thomas

• Henrique Oliveira

What unique feature does the Cork Hotel in Richmond have?

• A historic installation by Susie Ganch

• A private art gallery

• A rooftop pool

• A Michelin-starred restaurant

What is the future Institute for Contemporary Art in Richmond expected to be?

• A non-collecting institution for changing exhibitions

• A permanent collection museum

• A historical museum

• A private art gallery

What does the view from Libby Hill Park in Richmond resemble?

• The view from the Eiffel Tower

• The view from Richmond upon Thames in England

• The view from the Statue of Liberty

• The view from the Grand Canyon