Holiday Workshop
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Crafts, Hot Cocoa & Festive Fun
Embrace the holiday cheer this December at our Holiday Workshop! Pour a cup of hot cocoa, listen to merry tunes, and join us for some festive fun as we create intricate snowflakes, craft charming gnome decorations, and assemble lanterns that will add a warm, cozy glow to any space. Crafters of all skill levels are welcome.
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General Policies
Program Participants
- Program participants with any of these symptoms are asked to refrain from visiting the Museum.
- All parents / guardians must Check-In at the front desk before dropping off program participants in the Creation Station program room.
- No food, gum, or drinks are allowed in the Museum, except water bottles.
Check-In & Check-Out Procedure
- 3:55-4:00 p.m.: Arrival & Check-In
- Takes place in the Museum’s front lobby area.
- Holiday Workshop does not include playtime in the Museum galleries. If you wish to play in the galleries before the workshop, participants may arrive up to a half-hour prior to the start of the program. Participants who arrive earlier in the day to play in the galleries must pay admission. Members may check-in at any time.
- Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay in the Museum galleries to supervise siblings during the workshop or they may leave the building and return for pick-up at the conclusion of the program. The Back Gallery closes to all visitors at 4:45 p.m.
- 4:00-4:55 p.m.: Program Activities
- Hot cocoa and holiday music will be available to program participants.
- 4:55-5:00 p.m.: Pick-Up & Check-Out
- Parents/Guardians may wait outside Creation Station to pick up program participants or wait in the Front Gallery until the program concludes. The Back Gallery closes to all visitors at 4:45 p.m.
- All visitors must exit the Museum by 5:00 p.m. to allow for the arrival of VDM’s cleaning crew.
Frequently Asked Questions
Germ Concerns
Will VDM be open for general admission during Holiday Workshop?
Yes, VDM will be open for general admission visits during the workshop, but the Creation Station program room will only be open to program participants.
Who else will be in the program room during Holiday Workshop?
At least one VDM staff member and a Museum volunteer will be present during the workshop. All staff members and any volunteers who will be in the building have been fully vaccinated against COVID.
How often is the Museum cleaned?
The Museum is cleaned daily, and a crew will be on site after the Museum closes to clean and sanitize. All program participants must exit the Museum by the scheduled Check-Out time before the cleaners arrive.
Registration & Waitlists
What if I want to participate but Holiday Workshop has filled?
Holiday Workshop has a maximum capacity of 16 children. If you have an interest in attending but the program is full, please contact Education Manager Amy Griffith at amy@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x106 to add your child's name to the waitlist. In the event of a cancellation, those on the waitlist will be contacted in the order their requests were received.
Financial Assistance
Does VDM offer financial assistance for Holiday Workshop?
In accordance with the Museum’s mission, VDM does offer a limited number of scholarships for all of its programs, including Holiday Workshop. For information about applying for a scholarship, contact Director of Operations Lindsay Jones at operationsdirector@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x102.
Annual Members
How do I apply my 10% annual member discount?
To apply this discount to program registrations made online, you must have an active annual membership and will need to create a Website User Account and link it to your membership record by following these instructions. If you have already created a Website User Account, click the registration link for the program you wish to register for and sign in using the link at the top of the registration page. If you need help applying your 10% discount when using our online order forms, please contact Visitor Services Manager Matt Berman at matt@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x103.
How do I set up my Website User Account?
You can follow the instructions here or contact Visitor Services Manager Matt Berman at matt@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x103.
Did I successfully link my Website User Account and membership?
Contact Visitor Services Manager Matt Berman at matt@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x103, and we’ll make sure everything is all set.
Cancellations & Refunds
What is VDM’s cancellation and refund policy for Date Nights?
A minimum of 6 children is required for a program to run. If a program is canceled by the Museum due to insufficient enrollment or other extenuating circumstances, the registration fee will be refunded to all registrants.
Individual cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the program’s posted start time to be eligible for a refund. If an individual cancellation causes the program roster to fall below the required minimum, the refund will be contingent upon the vacancy being filled. If an individual cancellation is made within 48 hours of the program’s start time, the registration fee will be forfeited. No refunds will be issued after a program begins.
Drop-Off & Pick-Up
Does VDM provide food or should I pack dinner or a snack?
Due to food allergy concerns, the Museum will not provide dinner or snacks during Date Night Drop-Offs. Participants are encouraged to eat before or after the program. Additionally, no food or drinks except for water will be allowed in the building, but families are encouraged to pack a water bottle for their child(ren).
Where can I park to drop off and pick up my child?
VDM validates parking for program participants at the Market Street Garage and Water Street Garage. Both locations provide the first hour of parking for free, and program participants receive an additional hour of free parking – for a total of two hours – when they request a validation ticket at VDM’s front desk. The Museum is also located next to the Downtown Transit Station, and Charlottesville Area Transit offers a Free Trolley that stops at the station as it travels through Downtown and the University of Virginia. Click to learn more about parking downtown or more about public bus routes and fares.
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Does Holiday Workshop include gallery playtime?
Holiday Workshop does not include playtime in the Museum galleries. If you wish to play in the galleries before the program, participants may arrive up to a half-hour prior to the start of the program. Participants who arrive earlier in the day to play in the galleries must pay admission. Members may check-in at any time.
Are parents/guardians allowed to stay and play in the Museum with non-participating siblings during Holiday Workshop?
Yes, parents/guardians are welcome to stay in the Museum galleries to supervise siblings during the workshop or they may leave the building and return for pick-up at the conclusion of the program. The Back Gallery closes to all visitors at 4:45 p.m., and the Museum closes to all visitors at 5:00 p.m.
Contact Us
To learn more about Holiday Workshop, contact Education Manager Amy Griffith at amy@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x106. For scholarship information, contact Director of Operations Lindsay Jones at operationsdirector@vadm.org or (434) 977-1025 x102.