One last conspiracy!?!
Don’t Miss the Great Tortilla Conspiracy’s Final Performance After 20 years of edible performance art, the Great Tortilla Conspiracy is retiring. Don’t miss your last chance to see this legendary Bay Area collective in action!!! The Great Tortilla Conspiracy will bring their screenprinted tortillas to Richmond Art Center’s 90th Anniversary Gala on Friday, September 25. Guests […]
90th Anniversary Gala: Auction Preview
A Sneak Peek at Our 90th Gala Auction Get a first look at some of the incredible items up for grabs at our 90th Anniversary Gala on September 25. 100% of auction proceeds from the live and silent auctions support Richmond Art Center’s community programs. LIVE AUCTION Enrique Chagoya Don’t Think the Unthinkable 1991, Etching on […]
90 years of creativity, and many more to come!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our opening reception and 90th birthday party on Saturday, August 29, 2026! More than 600 friends, artists, former and current staff, board members, neighbors, partners, and community members came together to celebrate this milestone. It’s an honor to mark 90 years of Richmond Art Center with you all! From […]
Call for Art: Student Metals, Jewelry & Glass Exhibition
CALL FOR STUDENT ART! Student Metals, Jewelry & Glass Exhibition Exhibition: January 20 – March 20, 2027Opening Reception: Saturday, January 23, 2027, 1pm-3pmLocation: Community Gallery Like a jewel box, this exhibition brings together some of the smallest-scale works created in Richmond Art Center’s studios. Featuring sculptural and wearable pieces made with metals, glass, stone, and […]
Holiday Arts Festival 12/6/26
64th Annual Holiday Arts Festival Sunday, December 6, 2026, 10am-4pm | Admission is Free Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA FREE The Holiday Arts Festival is Richmond Art Center’s biggest event of the year. This long-standing Richmond tradition celebrates local artists and makers, and offers opportunities for the community to explore, create, and […]
Advertise in the 2027 Art of the African Diaspora Catalog
Expand the Visibility of Your Business in the Art of the African Diaspora Catalog! Ad Deadline: Friday, November 13, 2026, 11:59pm 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 […]
Press Release: Richmond Art Center Announces the Appointment of Vicky Chen as Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, August 26, 2026 Richmond Art Center Announces the Appointment of Vicky Chen as Executive Director Richmond, CA: Richmond Art Center is pleased to announce Vicky Chen as its new Executive Director. “After an extensive search that included input from staff and community members, we are thrilled to welcome Vicky to Richmond Art Center […]
Keep Richmond Beautiful: Thank You and Goodbye
In 2016, youth from RYSE Youth Center, working with lead artist AGANA, created Keep Richmond Beautiful on the loading ramp at Richmond Art Center’s 25th Street entrance. Ten years later, the mural has naturally faded, and it’s time to make room for something new. Before it’s painted over, we’re taking a moment to honor the young artists […]
Mini Makers: Fall Sessions for Ages 0-4!
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 paints, crayons, markers, watercolor, paper, glue, and more. Participating adults must supervise their Mini Maker at all times and […]
Save on a Fall Art Class at Richmond Art Center
Three ways to save on classes at Richmond Art Center this fall: 1. Become a RAC Member Members receive 10% off all classes and open studio sessions while supporting our mission to make art accessible for everyone. Memberships start at just $40. (And there is a free membership level for Richmond residents!) Learn more… 2. […]