The Richmond Standard: RAC celebrates 90 years with vibrant ‘Winter Exhibitions’

December 17, 2025 By Kathy Chouteau The Richmond Art Center (RAC) is marking its 90th year with Winter Exhibitions that celebrate the creativity of its artist community Jan. 21 through March 14, 2026. An opening reception Saturday, Jan. 24, from 1-3 p.m. is offering views of the Winter Exhibitions’ Art of the African Diaspora, weaving educator dani lopez’ “3 Dykes […]
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, […]
Press Release: Winter Exhibitions at Richmond Art Center

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, December 11, 2025 Winter Exhibitions at Richmond Art CenterArt of the African Diaspora | 3 Dykes Walk into a Bar | Spotlight on the Ceramics Studio Richmond, CA: Richmond Art Center kicks off its 90th anniversary year with three new exhibitions celebrating the creativity of our community: from the artists of Art of the African Diaspora, to weaving […]
Art of the African Diaspora 2026: Artist Info

Art of the African Diaspora 2026 Exhibition at Richmond Art Center: January 14, 2026 – March 14, 2026Artistic Achievement Awardee Talk: Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11am-12:30pmOpening Reception: Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1pm-3pmGuest Speaker Event: Saturday, February 21, 12pm-1:30pmClosing Reception: Sunday, March 15, 2026, 2pm-4pmSatellite Exhibitions: Throughout January, February, March and AprilOpen Studios: March 7-8, 14-15, […]
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 […]
Spring Exhibitions Opening Reception 4/11/26

Opening Reception for Spring Exhibitions Saturday, April 11, 1pm-3pm | Free Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA Join us as we celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions: Weaving Between the Lines: Golden Gate Weavers Guild & Bay Area Basket Makers Guild A Turbulent Landscape: Randy Jayne Rosenberg Embracing the Edges of Time: […]
Richmond Open Studios Info Session 4/11/26

Richmond Open Studios Info Session Saturday, April 11, 11am Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804 Artists, get all your questions about participating in Richmond Open Studios answered! Hosted by the Visual Artists of Richmond, this session offers an overview of Richmond Open Studios and what’s new this year. Whether you’re new to […]
Art of the African Diaspora: Closing Reception 3/15/26

Art of the African Diaspora Closing Reception Sunday, March 15, 2026, 2pm-4pm* Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA FREE Join us for a final celebration of Art of the African Diaspora at Richmond Art Center in 2026! Come congratulate the artists, learn about their journeys, and celebrate the rich legacy of this long-standing […]
3 Dykes Walk into a Bar: Artist Talk with dani lopez 2/28/26

3 Dykes Walk into a Bar: Artist Talk with dani lopez Saturday, February 28, 2pm-3pm | Free Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA Join artist dani lopez for a conversation with Elena Gross about her creative practice and solo exhibition, 3 Dykes Walk into a Bar. dani lopez is a textile artist working […]
Art of the African Diaspora: Public Art in Our Communities Panel 2/21/26

Art of the African Diaspora: Public Art in Our Communities A conversation with Kristine Mays, James Moore, Malik Seneferu, Denise Pate, and Flo Wiley Saturday, February 21, 12pm-1:30pm Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA FREE Join us for a conversation on the power and process of public art. Artists Kristine Mays, James Moore […]