12/31 Update on Stolen Leonard Peltier Statue
Rigo 23’s statue of Leonard Peltier was stolen from a U-haul in Oakland on 12/23. UPDATE 12/27 6PM: Most of the Leonard Peltier statue has been recovered. HOWEVER, THE STATUE’S LEFT ARM/HAND REMAINS MISSING. If anyone has information about its whereabouts please contact Oakland PD or leave tips on RAC’s voicemail: 510-620-6772 UPDATE 12/31 2PM: […]
Richmond Confidential: After city reduces funding, Richmond Art Center campaigns for donations to keep going
Sasha Schell on December 13, 2022 Hyperlink: https://richmondconfidential.org/2022/12/13/richmond-art-center-funding-donations/ The Richmond Art Center has overcome much in recent years, including the closure forced on all during the pandemic and more recently, a significant loss in donations over the summer. As 2023 looms, Executive Director José Rivera says that despite bouncing back from the major revenue losses of 2020, the […]
The Daily Californian: ‘Art of the African Diaspora’ reveres Black history, present, future
‘Art of the African Diaspora’ reveres Black history, present, future Weblink: https://dailycal.org/2023/02/23/diaspora Katherine Shok | February 23, 2023 After stepping through the Richmond Art Center’s entrance, visitors immediately begin celebrating Black excellence, as laid bare in the “Art of the African Diaspora.” Gracing the center’s main gallery in every medium imaginable, the exhibition in its […]
San Francisco Chronicle: Find the best Christmas gifts of 2022 at these Bay Area holiday markets, fairs and festivals
Anne Schrager, November 25, 2022 Except below. Read full article here: https://datebook.sfchronicle.com/guide/find-the-best-christmas-gifts-of-2022-at-these-bay-area-holiday-markets-fairs-and-festivals There’s no place like home for the holidays, and this year you won’t have to go far to procure the perfect gifts for friends and family. Now that Thanksgiving has passed, it seems like local holiday fairs are popping up everywhere. Check out The […]
A Message from Richmond Art Center’s Board President
A Message from Richmond Art Center’s Board President Hello RAC Community, It’s hard to pinpoint the exact moment it occurred. Perhaps it was when a beautiful new mural returned life and color to the Community Gallery’s long corridor? Or when the Board of Directors was able to meet in person after two years of isolating zoom […]
60th Annual Holiday Arts Festival
Meet the participants of the 60th Annual Holiday Arts Festival! Richmond Art Center is pleased to serve as gateway for local artists to display and sell their works. At the Holiday Arts Festival we’re also highlighting community organizations with vital messages. Richmond Art Center does not receive any portion of the proceeds from sales – […]
¡Feliz día de los Muertos!
¡Feliz día de los Muertos! It is Día de los Muertos and we are remembering friends and family members who are no longer with us. Thank you to everyone who came to our Día de los Muertos Family Day event on October 15. We came together for community and creativity in celebration of our loved […]
Press Release: Holiday Arts Festival at Richmond Art Center Celebrates Its ‘Diamond Jubilee’ 60th Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 31, 2022 EN ESPAÑOL Holiday Arts Festival at Richmond Art Center Celebrates Its ‘Diamond Jubilee’ 60th Year Arts and crafts festival with over 50 local artist vendors and community partners, famous ceramics sale, open studios, and art activities for all ages Holiday Arts FestivalSunday, December 4, 10am-5pmRichmond Art Center2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA […]
Richmond Confidential: Richmond Art Center celebrates Dia de los Muertos ‘to educate people about such an important cultural event.’
Richmond Confidential: Richmond Art Center celebrates Dia de los Muertos ‘to educate people about such an important cultural event.’ Article link: https://richmondconfidential.org/2022/10/13/richmond-art-center-dia-de-los-muertos/ Sasha Schell on October 13, 2022 Amid the drug store offerings of Halloween consumer goods, any Dia de los Muertos-themed item invariably sticks out. Decorations featuring iconic skulls and cempasúchil marigolds, or candy […]
Announcing Winter Semester
Announcing Winter Semester Class Registration Opens Wednesday, October 26, 10am Winter classes are now posted on our website (don’t worry if the class says ‘Fully Booked’ this will change once registration opens). Browse listings now and plan which class or workshop you’ll sign up for. And don’t forget to get your scholarship applications in early for classes […]
