Antonio Canet Hernández Exhibition at Richmond Council Chambers

Exhibition: December – April 2025 Richmond City Council Chambers, 440 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA 94804 Richmond Art Center has partnered with the Richmond-Regla Friendship Committee and City Councilmember Cesar Zepeda to present a exhibition by Antonio Canet Hernández in the Council Chambers. This exhibition marks the 25th anniversary of the Richmond-Regla Friendship City partnership, established in […]

A message from our executive director and board president

Hello Friends, In 2025, Richmond Art Center celebrates 89 years. It’s remarkable to imagine that through significant events like World War II, the Civil Rights Movement, and incredible technological advancements, the art center has remained here in Richmond, providing space for the community to make and experience art. In today’s polarized era, many people are […]

Tips for Enrolling in Classes Online

Winter Semester Class Registration Opens Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 10am Winter classes run January through March 2025 Tips for Enrolling in Classes Online

Grateful for an Unforgettable Fall Family Day!

Grateful for an Unforgettable Fall Family Day! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made our Día de los Muertos celebration this past weekend such a beautiful success! Fall Family Day was alive with art-making, music, dancing, and food—a community event to cherish. This day wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible talents of artists […]

Volunteers needed for Family Day on Sat 10/19

Volunteers needed for Family Day Event: Saturday, October 19, 12pm-3pm Location: Richmond Art Center (courtyard and galleries), 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804 Each year, Richmond Art Center hosts our annual Fall Family Day, a free celebration open to the public with art activities, food, and live performances. This year’s event will celebrate Día de […]

Double your contribution! 1-for-1 match for John Wehrle ‘Time and Tide’ Exhibition

Thanks to a generous donor, if you donate by October 31, 2024 your donation will be MATCHED—dollar for dollar—up to $10,000! In spring 2025, Richmond Art Center will present Time and Tide, the first major exhibition showcasing Richmond-based artist John Wehrle’s 50-year career. Curated by Jeff Nathanson, the exhibition will feature replicas of Wehrle’s landmark […]

HAF Zine Zone 12/8/24

Zine Zone A space to explore, buy and make zines at the Holiday Arts Festival! Sunday, December 8 | Free Admission Zine Zone: 10am-4pm Cut + Paste Workshop: 11am-2pm Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA Guess what? There’s going to be a Zine Zone at this year’s Holiday Arts Festival! This vibrant space celebrates […]

A big announcement (and an ask)

John Wehrle retrospective coming spring 2025 In spring 2025, Richmond Art Center will present Time and Tide, the first major exhibition to offer a comprehensive survey of the work of Richmond-based artist John Wehrle. This exhibition will narrate Wehrle’s 50-year artistic journey, featuring replicas of his murals and gateways throughout Richmond, as well as original […]

Unleash Your Inner Flower Power

Unleash Your Inner Flower Power Class: Floral Expressions in Pastels Tuesdays, 10am-12:30pm, October 1 – November 19 Discover the expressive potential of pastels. Working from various floral arrangements, students will explore techniques that bring their artwork to life. Each week, instructor Jennifer Linderman will provide a range of pastels for students to experiment and play […]