A Night to Remember: Youth Talent Showcase at Richmond Art Center

Greenhouse LIVE, on Friday, September 22, was an amazing evening of music, poetry, dance and art! We also launched Richmond Art Center’s new mural, “Epic Struggle / Battle Royal”. Thanks to all of the amazing artists for gracing us with your talents: Spoken Word: Rozell the Bard @rozellthebard; Anizha aka Spoken Soul @its.anizhas.world; Tajanique Bell, and special guest Donté Clark @donblakMusic: Lai’Jhon Hawkins @laijhonhawkinsDance: Auseon […]
Calling Arts and Crafts Vendors! The Holiday Arts Festival needs YOU

Vendors Wanted for the Holiday Arts Festival Event Date: Sunday, December 3, 10am-5pmVendor Application Deadline: Monday, October 2, 11:59pm Local artists, artisans, and makers are invited to apply to sell their work at the Holiday Arts Festival. This shop-local event is a great way to expose your work to an audience of 1,000+ who appreciate hand-crafted gifts. There is no […]
Special Guest Donté Clark to perform at Greenhouse Live!

Special Guest Donté Clark to perform at Greenhouse Live! We’re excited to announce poet, actor, and community activist Donté Clark will be a special guest at Greenhouse Live! Donté is a former poet laureate of Richmond and youth mentor. And fun fact, his portrait is part of the ‘Keep Richmond Beautiful‘ mural at Richmond Art Center. Greenhouse LIVE: Youth […]
Fall Youth Art Tours – BOOK NOW

Bring Your Students to Richmond Art Center Tours Available September, October and November Bring your class to Richmond Art Center and enjoy a guided tour of current exhibitions. Students will also visit studio spaces and engage in an art-making activity. (And pssst, tours are free for Richmond youth!)
Artists, Register for Art of the African Diaspora in 2024

Artists, Register for Art of the African Diaspora in 2024 Art Of The African Diaspora is a non-juried group exhibition featuring work by artists of African descent. The showcase exhibition is held at Richmond Art Center and is accompanied by self-guided open studio tours and satellite exhibitions throughout the Bay Area.
Fall painting classes for you…

Sign up now for these fall painting classes exploring oil, watercolor and acrylic mediums. We’ve got something for artists (and artists-to-be) of all levels of experience! And new students, don’t forget to use the coupon code sweater2023 for a 20% discount off your first class.* Everyday Still-life Tuesdays, 6pm-8pm, Sep 5 – Oct 24 $320 […]
Thank You for Your Support of Richmond’s ‘Big Fish’

Thank You for Your Support We Celebrated 25 Years of Guillermo the Golden Trout We felt the love at our Go Fish! community party the other week. Thank you to everyone who showed up in support our first in-person fundraiser since the pandemic. We met our fundraising goals and had a great time doing it! Special thanks […]
FY2022-2023 Impact Report

FY2022-2023 Impact Report Richmond Art Center’s programs continue to provide pathways for lifelong arts learning through exhibitions, arts education, and community events. This Impact Report offers a snapshot of how our work over the past year has engaged the local community, especially Richmond-residents and under-resourced artists. Behind the scenes, the organization is strong and stable. […]
Holiday Arts Festival 2023 – Vendor Application

Calling all artists, artisans, crafters and makers! Be part of Richmond Art Center’s 61th Annual Holiday Arts Festival! Vendor applications will open in August. To receive notification when they open please submit your contact info in the form below. Richmond Art Center’s Holiday Arts Festival 2023 Event Date: Sunday, December 3, 2023, 10am-5pm The Holiday […]
Get Ready for Fall Classes

Get Ready for Fall Classes Announcing Fall Semester Class Registration Opens Wednesday, July 26, 10am Fall art classes are now posted on our website (don’t worry if the class says ‘Fully Booked’ this will change once registration opens). Browse listings now and plan which class you’ll sign up for. And don’t forget to get your scholarship applications in […]