Announcements
10% off all art classes? Yes, please!
August 3rd, 2022
10% off all art classes? Yes, please! Richmond Art Center members get a 10% discount on all art classes*NOW is the time to enjoy this perk!Fall Quarter registration is open and classes are filling fast!These classes have just a few spots left: Fundamental Drawing, Weaving Roundup, Afternoon Hand + Wheel, Glass Beads & More!Which class... Continue Reading
Fall Quarter Class Registration Is Open
July 27th, 2022
Fall Quarter Class Registration Is Open In-person and online classes for adults, teens and kids. ¡Y algunas clases serán impartidas en español! New classes include: Women in Ceramics Workshop Tropical Birds in Mixed Media Weaving Roundup Mobile Art with Everyday Material Which class will you take? BROWSE ALL FALL CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS ... Continue Reading
Traveling this summer? Don't forget your NARM card
July 25th, 2022
Traveling this summer? Don't forget your NARM card Did you know that Richmond Art Center members at the Individual level and above receive NARM benefits?**NARM offers free admission and gift store discounts at over 1,000 museums nationwideWhere are you going this summer? CLICK HERE to see which art galleries, museums, botanical gardens and zoos are on... Continue Reading
You are our favorite (future) member*
July 18th, 2022
You are our favorite (future) member* Members are a vital part of Richmond Art Center's mission and successMemberships support free admission, education programs, and outreachPlus there's perks! All Members receive a 10% discount on RAC studio classesMemberships over $100 include NARM benefits — free admission to over 1,000 participating museums nationwide! JOIN... Continue Reading
Meet Gabriela Yoque, Education Coordinator
July 3rd, 2022
Gabriela Yoque joins Richmond Art Center’s staff team with extensive experience as an educator and multimedia artist. As Education Coordinator, Gabriela (picture above with her sidekick Milo) will support studio activities, youth programs and summer camp. Welcome Gabriela! Bio: Born in the San Fernando Valley within Los Angeles, California, and raised by immigrant parents, Gabriela Yoque (pronouns:... Continue Reading
Welcome New Board Members!
June 30th, 2022
We welcome a mighty group of five who join RAC's Board of Directors: John Boychuk, Jane Diokas, Nettie Hoge, Susan Kuramoto Moffat, and Rachel Sommovilla. And we salute Michael Dear as he steps up to become the new Board President. Lastly, a huge thank you to departing Board Members for their active and meaningful service: Donna Brorby, Marguerite Thompson Browne, Carlos... Continue Reading
Important Parking Notification for Students and Visitors to RAC during RPAL's Juneteenth Carnival
June 8th, 2022
RPAL's Juneteenth Carnival Set-Up through Deinstall: Tuesday, June 14, 6pm - Monday, June 20, 5pm Carnival Dates: Friday, June 17 - Sunday, June 19 Starting Tuesday, June 14 at 6pm through Monday, June 20, 5pm the City parking lot opposite Richmond Art Center (on the 400 block of 25th Street between Barrett and... Continue Reading
A message from RAC's Board of Directors
June 8th, 2022
Dear Community Member, Richmond Art Center's Board of Directors invites you to our Annual Members' Meeting on Saturday, June 18 starting at 1pm. Learn about RAC's accomplishments over the past year and what we have planned for the future. This meeting is open to all current, recent and prospective members, as... Continue Reading
Special Summer Class for Youth Ages 13-17
June 7th, 2022
New dates!! SPECIAL SUMMER CLASS FOR YOUTH AGES 13-17 STARTS NEXT WEEK AT RAC Framing Identity: Legends, Characters and Icons Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri, 1pm – 4pm June 14 – June 24, 2022 For this two-week course, youth ages 13-17 will join artist Alex Martinez to explore the legends, characters and icons that... Continue Reading
Fencelines Community Art Workshops
May 31st, 2022
Fencelines Community Art Workshops Create art for environmental justice in Richmond! This summer, join the Fencelines team for a series of hands-on art workshops that will provide space for the community to reflect on local conditions of environmental injustice in Richmond. Participants will paint on recycled wooden fence slats with images, messages... Continue Reading
Join our Board!
April 28th, 2022
Join our Board! Richmond Art Center’s board plays an important role in supporting and guiding the organization. Different individual board members bring different experience, skills, knowledge and connections to their Board work. Read Richmond Art Center’s Mission, Vision and Values. Who We Are Looking For People who live and/or work in Richmond, who are... Continue Reading
Summer Programs for Youth (13-24)
April 28th, 2022
Two Summer Programs for Youth (13-24) Register today for these summer intensive classes for young artists. And don't forget we have scholarships available if you need one! Framing Identity: Legends, Characters, and Icons Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am – 2:30pmJune 7 – June 30, 2022For this three-week course, artists ages 13-17 will join... Continue Reading
Summer Mural Program for Richmond Youth (Ages 14-24) is back! (Register NOW)
April 19th, 2022
S.P.O.T.S: Supporting Peoples Outlooks, Talents, and Speech Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1pm to 4 pm Jul 5 - Aug 11, 2022 The painting spot, the gathering spot, the spot light or epicenter of action. Public art is a powerful tool for community building. This program will introduce young artists to the means to create vibrant... Continue Reading
New Summer Class for Youth (Ages 13-17): Framing Identity (Register NOW)
April 18th, 2022
Framing Identity: Legends, Characters, and Icons New Summer Class for Youth Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am - 2:30pm June 14 - June 30, 2022 For this three-week course, youth ages 13-17 will join artist Alex Martinez to explore the legends, characters and icons that have informed their personal identity and cultural understanding, while developing... Continue Reading
Spring Updates: A Message from José R. Rivera, Executive Director
March 31st, 2022
Hello Friends, Could there be a more perfect cover artwork for our Spring Catalog than instructor Chris Harper Triplett’s Flower Cowgirl? Some students may recognize this piece as Chris created it as a demo in her watercolor class back in 2018. As Covid-19 case numbers continue to go down and the Bay... Continue Reading
Register NOW for Spring Session Art Classes
March 28th, 2022
Which class will you join? In-person classes for adults, teens and kids at Richmond Art CenterPlus some online and offsite classes tooAnd classes with bilingual instructorsNew classes include bookmaking, photomontage, plein air, chiaroscuro and glazing, woodworking, welded sculpture and dj-ingDon't forget, needs-based scholarships are available Explore Class Listings ... Continue Reading
We're Hiring! Education Coordinator
March 16th, 2022
We're Hiring! Education Coordinator (Part-Time) Join Richmond Art Center's team. We're looking for an Education Coordinator to support all Education Programs, Projects, Partnerships and Personnel – Online, On-site, and Off-site. Apply today! This position is open until filled. Job Description and Application Info ... Continue Reading
Welcome Elaine Moreno, RAC's new Visitor Services Coordinator!
March 16th, 2022
We are so happy to welcome Elaine Moreno to Richmond Art Center's staff team. Elaine is our new Visitor Services Coordinator. Please say hello and welcome to Elaine at the front desk next time you are at RAC! About Elaine: Elaine Moreno is a Bay Area born and raised Visual Artist, primarily... Continue Reading
Artist Announcement: Right Here, Right Now, Richmond
March 1st, 2022
We are so excited to announce the artists selected for Right Here, Right Now: A Biennial of Richmond Art! The artists participating in the second edition of the Biennial are: Adrian DelgadoAJ SerranoDaniel BallesterosHeather McAlisterJanet LipkinJeff Maylath Karen Seneferu Melanin Buford These eight Richmond artists will contribute work to an exhibition... Continue Reading
Special Event: From Africa to Richmond
February 5th, 2022
From Africa to Richmond Special Event for Black History Month Online Presentation by Patricia Mapps Monday, February 28, 7pm-8pm PST | FREE CLICK HERE TO RSVP: https://richmondartcenter.org/events/from-africa-to-richmond/ For Black History Month, Richmond Art Center will present Patricia Mapps: From Africa to Richmond, on Monday, February 28 at 7pm. Through archival research, oral history, and DNA,... Continue Reading
Your Well-Being Is Our Priority: New Covid-19 Visitor Policies
January 26th, 2022
We have updated our vaccination requirement for students taking in-person classes at Richmond Art Center. As of 2/1/22 all students must be fully vaccinated to the maximum extent for which they are eligible. Students enrolled in current classes should have their proof of vaccination documents ready to show a RAC staff... Continue Reading
Calling All Richmond Artists! Biennial of Richmond Art
January 21st, 2022
Right Here, Right Now: A Biennial of Richmond Art Deadline to Enter: Monday, February 21 (free entry!) All artists who live and/or work in Richmond are invited to submit work for Right Here, Right Now: A Biennial of Richmond Art. Now in its second iteration, this exhibition looks at the excellent and risk-taking... Continue Reading
Art of the African Diaspora: Celebrating 25 Years 3/6/22
January 19th, 2022
Art of the African Diaspora: Celebrating 25 Years Reception: Sunday, March 6, 12pm-4:30pm Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804 RSVP REQUIRED - Space is limited! Timeslot 1: 12pm-1:15pm - RSVP Timeslot 2: 1:30pm-2:45pm - RSVP Timeslot 3: 3pm-4:15pm - RSVP Join us for a special reception on Sunday, March 6, 12pm-4:30pm for Art of... Continue Reading
Covid-19 Update: Galleries open 1/20; Studios temporarily closed
January 13th, 2022
Studio Classes Due to the surge in Covid-19 cases we are postponing on-site classes for the safety of everyone involved for a few weeks. Students enrolled in in-person actvities will receive updates about their classes. Exhibitions New winter exhibitions are scheduled to open on January 20, 2022. To prevent the spread of Covid-19,... Continue Reading
Our Winter 2022 Catalog is here!
December 9th, 2021
Our Winter 2022 Catalog is here! Browse listings for in-person and online classes starting weekly January through March. And read about upcoming winter exhibitions. Winter 2022 Class Catalog PDF (download to print or share with your friends!) Cover image: Detail of a color study by Rebeca Garcia-González for a large-scale mural to be unveiled at RAC in... Continue Reading
