FASHION AS ART 2024
Launched in 2019, Fashion As Art is an annual event series engaging the community with art, fashion, and The Fralin. In partnership with the museum’s Volunteer Board, local businesses, and student groups, the events not only grow awareness of the museum’s mission and programming, but also showcase the depth and breadth of artists and designers from our area and beyond.
To highlight the Spring 2024 exhibitions at The Fralin Museum of Art, the Fashion As Art 2024 program seeks to grow awareness and appreciation for Indigenous artists and designers and their impact on the fashion world.
Events and Programs
April 4 | Raffle Opens
Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100.
Purchase tickets here!
We are excited to host a raffle for this one-of-a-kind bracelet designed and created by Lee Angelo Marraccini of Angelo Jewelry, one of our Fashion As Art 2024 sponsors. This piece, from Mr. Marraccini’s Sacred Geometry Series, is made from Red Jasper, Rainbow Jasper, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, and 18K Yellow Gold. It is valued at $4,200. All proceeds from this raffle will benefit The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia.
April 1-30 | Kluge-Ruhe Pop-Up Boutique with Ikuntji Artists and Lisa Waup
Pop-up boutique in the Kluge-Ruhe gift shop featuring a wide selection of garments (while supplies last).
April 16 | Indigenous Australian Art Takes the Runway
Digital program hosted by Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection
7-8 pm | Virtual | Register here.
April 18 | Keynote Speaker and Reception
6 pm | Talk | Register here.
180 Culbreth Road
7-9 pm | VIP reception, by invitation only
Patricia Michaels (Taos Pueblo)
Innovative. Eco-Friendly. Avant-garde. Distinctive. Fashion-Forward. Organic. Unique. Leader. Showstopper. You may think you know her from Project Runway, but there is so much more to learn about and from this dynamic designer. www.patricia-michaels.com
