The latest news, press releases, and media highlights from Richmond Art Center.
Summer Catalog & Message from Our Interim Executive Director Dear Members and Friends, I recently represented Richmond Art Center at the California for the Arts Summit in Sacramento. The theme, “Art, Resistance, and the Long Arc of Justice,” was truly
WCCUSD Students Honored with Achievement Awards Bravo to the young artists who won Artistic Achievement Awards in the 60th Annual WCCUSD Student Art Show! Come see their work, the exhibition is on view at Richmond Art Center until May 16.
Announcing the retirement of our Executive Director After six years of leadership, Richmond Art Center’s Executive Director, José Rivera, has retired (May 2026). José joined during the pandemic shutdown in summer 2020 and guided the organization through COVID-19 and its reopening
Dear Community Members, Richmond Art Center exists because of you, your creativity, participation, and belief in the value of art and creative expression. Thank you for your support and for being central to Richmond Art Center’s creative community. As we
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, April 22, 2026 90 Years of Arts EducationRichmond Art Center Announces Summer Semester Class LineupRichmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, RichmondClass listings: richmondartcenter.org/classes Richmond, CA: Richmond Art Center announces its summer 2026 lineup of art classes, celebrating 90 years
Caring for Our Courtyard: Community Work Day at Richmond Art Center Our courtyard at Richmond Art Center is a shared gathering space that welcomes visitors, hosts events, and supports much of our community programming. As spring approaches, we’re inviting community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, March 31, 2026 SPECIAL EVENTSpring Family DayMaking and Growing Across GenerationsSaturday, April 25, 12pm-3pm | FREERichmond Art Center (courtyard), 2540 Barrett Avenue, RichmondEvent webpage: richmondartcenter.org/familyday Richmond, CA: Join the fun at Spring Family Day, a free open house for kids
Richmond Open Studios registration is open! Curious about open studios? Join the Richmond Open Studios Information Session at Richmond Art Center on April 11. Organized by the Visual Artists of Richmond, Richmond Open Studios will take place this year August 8-9 and 15-16.
Welcome new Board Members! We’re pleased to welcome new members Maggie Blanc-White, Claudia Bustos, Ellen Christensen, Seth Corrigan, and Ralph Vazquez to our Board of Directors. They join continuing board members Nettie Hoge (President), John Boychuk, Matias Eusterbrock, Paul Collins,
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, March 10, 2026 Spring Exhibitions at Richmond Art Center Weaving Between the Lines | A Turbulent LandscapeEmbracing the Edges of Time | 60th Annual WCCUSD Student Art Show Richmond, CA: This spring, Richmond Art Center unveils four new exhibitions, on view April 8 through
Feb 24, 2026 By Janis Hashe One of textile artist dani lopez’s bios tells part of her story: “After spending most of her life living in Oregon and trying to get out, she now lives in Oakland.” “Out,” in this
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, February 24, 2026 Richmond Art Center Announces Executive Director Search Richmond, CA: Richmond Art Center has announced the launch of a national search for its next Executive Director. The search will be led by an Executive Director
Executive Director Job Posting pdf Richmond Art Center Seeks Executive Director Date: February 2026 Application Deadline: March 30, 2026 Deadline Extended, New Deadline: April 30, 2026 Organization: Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804 Job Title: Executive Director
February 9, 2026 By Carla Thomas Now in its 29th year, Art of the African Diaspora is the Bay Area’s longest-running exhibition of its kind. Its roots stretch back to 1989, when artist and educator Marie Johnson Calloway founded Colors
Here’s how you can save on your next class at Richmond Art Center: 1. Become a RAC Member Members receive 10% off all classes and open studio sessions, and help support Richmond Art Center’s mission and success. It’s a win-win.
February 6, 2026 By Kathy Chouteau Anyone wanting a meaningful way to celebrate Black History Month should head over to the Richmond Art Center (RAC) to view its “Art of the African Diaspora” exhibit now through March 14. The exhibit, located in the RAC’s Main and West Galleries, is marking
Jan. 23, 2026, 12:18 p.m. by Andrew Gilbert About three years ago Chamia LaRae was wandering through Richmond’s Spirit & Soul Festival downtown when she came across a stall festooned with work by longtime Oakland artist TheArthur Wright. Intrigued by
Valentine’s Day Workshop For Mini Makers Ages 6 months to 4 years with a guardian | Registration required Mini Makers is a welcoming art space for children ages 0-4 and their guardians, offering a playful introduction to art-making with non-toxic
A Message from the Interim Executive Director & Board President Dear Members and Friends, We are looking ahead to a great year in 2026 as we celebrate Richmond Art Center’s 90th Anniversary. Before we get into our plans for the
December 17, 2025 By Kathy Chouteau The Richmond Art Center (RAC) is marking its 90th year with Winter Exhibitions that celebrate the creativity of its artist community Jan. 21 through March 14, 2026. An opening reception Saturday, Jan. 24, from 1-3 p.m. is
Wrapping up 2025 in a giant red bow Dear Friends, Over 70 vendors and 2,000 visitors joined us for the Holiday Arts Festival last week. It was our biggest festival yet! (If you attended, we’d love your feedback.) As we
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, December 11, 2025 Winter Exhibitions at Richmond Art CenterArt of the African Diaspora | 3 Dykes Walk into a Bar | Spotlight on the Ceramics Studio Richmond, CA: Richmond Art Center kicks off its 90th anniversary year with three new exhibitions celebrating
Art Club: In Solidarity Yesterday, Thursday, December 4, 3,000 WCCUSD employees went on strike. Richmond Art Center stands with district teachers and staff, and we’re offering support to families on the picket lines and students affected by the strike. Next week,
Two New Ceramics Classes Added to Our Winter 2026 Lineup! Beginning Wheel Taster Tuesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, Jan 6 – Feb 24 Learn the fundamentals of throwing on the wheel in a supportive learning environment with other beginners. La maestra habla español. Animamos a
A Message from our Interim Executive Director and Board President Dear Friends, The story of how Hazel Salmi founded the Richmond Art Center (RAC) in 1936 is one of creativity, tenacity, and vision. Since then, hundreds more stories have unfolded
