Ceramics Class Drop x 2
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 los hispanohablantes a registrarse! LEARN MORE Beginning Hand + Wheel Wednesdays, 10am-12pm, Jan 7 – […]
Art Matters Now More Than Ever
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 at RAC: a historically significant art center that has provided arts education, served as a […]
Your Guide to Discounted Classes
Winter Class Registration Opens November 5 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. (And memberships start at just $40.) LEARN MORE… 2. […]
Senior Students (62+) 2-for-1 Offer Returns!
2-for-1 Senior Special We’ve extended our special 2-for-1 deal for new senior (ages 62+) students! This winter, two new students can take a class for the price of one. HOW IT WORKS: 1. Find a friend who’s also new to Richmond Art Center. 2. Choose your class together from our winter lineup.richmondartcenter.org/classes 3. Call us […]
Spotlight on the Ceramics Studio – Call for Entry!
Spotlight on the Ceramics Studio A exhibition featuring work created in our ceramics studios Call for Entry Closes Monday, December 1, 2025 We welcome ceramicists of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. This exhibition celebrates growth, learning, and the many ways artists explore clay in our studio. Call for Entry: Open to all ceramicists who […]
Sharing Our Achievements: FY2024-2025 Impact Report
FY2024-2025 Impact Report Thanks to our members, donors, and partners, Richmond Art Center continues to thrive as a hub for creativity and community. This impact report shares what we accomplished together over the past twelve months. Richmond Art Center’s FY2024-2025 Impact Report
Richmond Art Center Wins GOLD for ‘Best Art Gallery’ in 2025 East Bay Express Reader’s Picks
Thank you to everyone who voted for us. We’re honored to receive this award! See all the Arts & Culture Awardees: https://eastbayexpress.com/best-of-the-east-bay-2025-arts-and-culture/ We’re also proud that Richmond Art Center was recently recognized by the El Cerrito Chamber of Commerce with the Best Art Classes award.
Sponsor the Holiday Arts Festival
Showcase Your Business at the 2025 Holiday Arts Festival Promote your business to a creative crowd who wants to shop local! ABOUT THE FESTIVAL 63rd Annual Holiday Arts FestivalSunday, December 7, 2025, 10am-4pm | Admission is Free Every year, the Holiday Arts Festival welcomes over 1,250 visitors to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts from local arts […]
Advertise in the 2026 Art of the African Diaspora Catalog
Expand the Visibility of Your Business in the Art of the African Diaspora Catalog! Ad Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025 Major exhibition at Richmond Art Center Event Founded in 1997 100-150 artists participate annually 20-30 satellite exhibitions and open studios Featured speaker events, special receptions, artist talks, live performances Reaches an annual audience of over […]
Art of the African Diaspora 2026 – Artist Registration Is Now Open
2026 PROGRAM CALENDAR Art of the African Diaspora 2026 Exhibition at Richmond Art Center: January 14, 2026 – March 14, 2026 Artistic Achievement Awardee Talk: Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11am-12:30pmReception: Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1pm-3pmClosing Reception: Sunday, March 15, 2026, 2pm-4pm Satellite Exhibitions: Throughout January, February, March and April Open Studios: March 7-8, 14-15, 21-22 Art […]