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East Bay Express: Oakland artist reclaims queer youth in rage, yarn and memory
Feb 24, 2026 By Janis Hashe One of textile artist dani lopez’s bios tells part of her story: “After spending most of her life living in Oregon and trying to get out, she now lives in Oakland.” “Out,” in this case, means both “out of the repressive atmosphere of the place she was living,” and […]
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Executive Director Job Posting pdf Richmond Art Center Seeks Executive Director Date: February 2026 Application Deadline: March 30, 2026 Organization: Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804 Job Title: Executive Director Reports to: Board of Directors Job Type: Full-time Salary: $110,000.00 – $130,000.00 annual salary Status: Exempt, full-time About Richmond Art Center: For […]
Oakland Post: Art of the African Diaspora Celebrates Legacy and Community at Richmond Art Center
February 9, 2026 By Carla Thomas Now in its 29th year, Art of the African Diaspora is the Bay Area’s longest-running exhibition of its kind. Its roots stretch back to 1989, when artist and educator Marie Johnson Calloway founded Colors of Black, a salon for African American artists. That gathering inspired artists Jan Hart-Schuyers and […]
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Here’s how you can save on your next class at Richmond Art Center: 1. Become a RAC Member Members receive 10% off all classes and open studio sessions, and help support Richmond Art Center’s mission and success. It’s a win-win. (And memberships start at just $40.) LEARN MORE… 2. New Student Offer New to art […]
Richmond Standard: Black history meets living art at the Richmond Art Center
February 6, 2026 By Kathy Chouteau Anyone wanting a meaningful way to celebrate Black History Month should head over to the Richmond Art Center (RAC) to view its “Art of the African Diaspora” exhibit now through March 14. The exhibit, located in the RAC’s Main and West Galleries, is marking its 29th year and features the works of more than 150 black artists from throughout Bay Area. Take a deep dive by checking […]
Richmondside: ‘Art of the African Diaspora’ at Richmond Art Center overflows with warmth and culture
Jan. 23, 2026, 12:18 p.m. by Andrew Gilbert About three years ago Chamia LaRae was wandering through Richmond’s Spirit & Soul Festival downtown when she came across a stall festooned with work by longtime Oakland artist TheArthur Wright. Intrigued by his prints and pointillistic canvases, the Richmond native walked past his booth several times before […]
Spring Family Day 4/25/26
Spring Family Day Saturday, April 25, 12pm-3pm | Free Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA Join the fun on Saturday, April 25 from 12pm through 3pm, at our Spring Family Day open house event. Explore the art in our galleries and get creative with drop-in art-making activities. Free and open to kids of […]
Unraveling the Lines: Artist Talk 4/25/26
Unraveling the Lines: Artist Talk Saturday, April 25, 11am start | Free Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA Join us for an artist-led conversation and exhibition walkthrough of Weaving Between the Lines, exploring the connections between artists from the Golden Gate Weavers Guild and the Bay Area Basket Makers Guild. About Donate