Spring Catalog and a Message from RAC’s Executive Director
The Spring Catalog is Here! Check out the Spring Catalog for information about upcoming classes, exhibitions and special events. CLICK HERE to see the catalog online, or pick up a copy at Richmond Art Center. A Message from RAC’s Executive Director Hello Friends, Sunny weather is coming and we have a couple of “not to […]
A Big Day at RAC – THIS Saturday 3/18!
A Big Day at RAC – THIS Saturday 3/18! Join us at Richmond Art Center to celebrate one last time our winter exhibitions! We’ll also be having a free photo session with ENOUGH Considered and hosting a visioning session for the establishment of an Arts Council and an Arts & Culture Strategic Plan for our […]
Press Release: Trio of New Exhibitions Explore Climate Crisis at Richmond Art Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, March 13, 2023 ANNOUNCING:Spring Exhibitions at Richmond Art CenterApril 5 – June 3, 2023Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-4pmExhibitions and events are all free and no rsvp is necessary Richmond, CA: This spring Richmond Art Center (RAC) presents a trio of new exhibitions that explore the climate crisis: FENCELINES: A […]
Welcome Kimberly! Richmond Art Center’s new Public Programs Coordinator
Meet Kimberly Ross, Public Programs Coordinator Kimberly Ross joins Richmond Art Center’s staff team with extensive experience in the fashion industry, as well as entrepreneurial endeavors in event production and image consulting. As Public Programs Coordinator Kimberly will coordinate the volunteer program and special events, as well as support front desk activities. Kimberly is a Richmond native, […]
Show Your RAC Pride! T-Shirts and Totes Now Available
Artist Designed T-Shirts and Totes Our custom t-shirts and totes are only available for purchase at Richmond Art Center. Swing by the front desk and pick yours up while stocks last! Ceramics T-Shirts Design by teaching artist Shannon Abac Unisex Style | Sizes S to 2XL | Cotton Heritage, Soft & Lightweight, 100% cotton Colors […]
Youth Art Tours – Book Now for Spring!
Youth Art Tours – Book Now for Spring! Did you know we have a school tours program? Bring your class to Richmond Art Center and enjoy a guided tour of current exhibitions. Students also get to visit studio spaces and engage in an art-making activity. (Psssst Richmond youth organizations, groups and schools can book a […]
Bohemian: Artist Amanda Ayala Invites Visitors into an Ancestral Embrace
Artist Amanda Ayala Invites Visitors into an Ancestral Embrace By Chelsea Kurnick | Feb 21, 2023 Weblink: bohemian.com/amanda-ayala Three woven baskets hold round pillows, each painted with a bright sun-like geometric design. On the wall behind them, scrawled in curly cursive, is the message, “Hug a pillow/ Hug your ancestors/Notice, feel, breathe.” When she was […]
Interested in teaching at Richmond Art Center?
Prospective Teaching Artist Information Sessions In these informal online sessions RAC’s Education Team will share information about our hiring process and teaching opportunities. Richmond Art Center offers visual arts education programs for the community year round, on-site at RAC, off-site in the community and online via Zoom. We work collaboratively with Teaching Artists to develop […]
Spring Class Registration Opens Wednesday, February 15 (really soon!)
Spring Class Registration Opens Wednesday, February 15 Spring classes are now posted (don’t worry if the class says ‘Fully Booked’ this will change once registration opens). Browse listings and plan which class or workshop you’ll sign up for when classes open for registration on Wednesday, February 15 at 10am. And don’t forget to get your scholarship […]
Press Recap for Art of the African Diaspora: SF Chronicle, The San Francisco Standard, Diablo Magazine, The Daily Californian, SF/Arts
The San Francisco Standard: Celebrate Black History Month at Museums, Festivals and More Across the Bay Article Link: sfstandard.com/arts-culture/celebrate-black-history-month-at-museums-festivals-and-more-across-the-bay Christina Campodonico | February 1, 2023 Excerpt: Originating from the 1989 African American artists salon known as “Colors of Black,” this exhibition highlights the work of over 120 artists of African descent and is accompanied by […]
