Arts, Virginia Commission for the

Purpose

The purpose of the Virginia Commission for the Arts is to support and stimulate excellence in the arts through public awareness, interest and participation in all parts of the State.

Term

Five year terms

Composition

The Commission shall consist of thirteen members appointed by the Governor subject to confirmation by the General Assembly. No employee of the Commonwealth or member of the General Assembly is eligible for appointment as a member of the Commission. At least one but no more than two members shall be appointed from each congressional district in the Commonwealth
Date of terms has been changed to July1--June 30 of years serving. Chapter 577 S308 April 11, 2022 3.2-1701 with three members serving an additional year to achieve staggering.

Vacant Seats

No seats are available at this time. If you are interested in joining this board in the future, please submit an application here.

Current Board Members

Dr Vanessa Thaxton-Ward

At Large Membership expires on 6/30/2028

Yan Zhao

4th Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2029

Mr. Alexander Michael Grabiec

8th Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2029

Raven Custalow

3rd Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2030

Hayley Allison

7th Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2030

Rowena Federico Finn

2nd Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2030

Sylvio Lynch III

1st Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2030

Debbie Garrett

5th Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2030

Ashley Victoria Webb

6th Superintendent's Region Membership expires on 6/30/2030