Call for Volunteers: Garden Clean-up
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 members and volunteers to help with light weeding and general cleanup as we prepare the […]
Call for Richmond Artists
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. And if you are ready, registration is NOW OPEN. Participating artists benefit from: Getting your work […]
Welcome new Board Members!
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, Tia Foss, Lina Velasco, and Amy Zheng, whose ongoing leadership helps guide and steward Richmond […]
We’re Hiring: 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 Reports to: Board of Directors Job Type: Full-time Salary: $110,000.00 – $130,000.00 annual salary Status: […]
Your Guide to Discounted Classes
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. New Student Offer New to art […]
Mini Makers – Valentine’s Day Workshop (Ages 0-4)
Valentine’s Day Workshop For Mini Makers Ages 6 months to 4 years with a guardian | Registration required Tuesday, February 10, 10am-12pm Mini Makers is back with a free Valentine’s Day–themed session on Tuesday, February 10! Little ones can make their own Valentine cards, photo frames, and other sweet projects. Mini Makers is a welcoming […]
Wow, what a great response from our community!
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 upcoming months, however, we want to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU! to all […]
A Message from the Interim Executive Director & Board President
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 wrap up 2025 in a giant red bow, and anticipate our 90th Anniversary in 2026, […]
Support for Students During the WCCUSD Strike
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, we’re opening up a day-program to provide a safe, creative space for students. Art Club: In […]
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 – […]