Richmond Art Center

Richmond Art Center Creating opportunities for adults, teens and kids to create, see and learn about art
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Richmond Art Center offers a range of on-site classes, docent-led tours, community events and off-site programs at schools and community centers for adults, teens and children.

Welcome Vicky Chen, our new executive director!We’re thrilled to welcome Vicky Chen to Richmond Art Center as our new Ex...
08/27/2026

Welcome Vicky Chen, our new executive director!

We’re thrilled to welcome Vicky Chen to Richmond Art Center as our new Executive Director, beginning September 21, 2026.

An artist, educator, and community leader, Vicky brings extensive experience in arts education and community engagement. We’re excited to have her join us during our 90th anniversary year and look forward to the vision and energy she’ll bring to Richmond Art Center’s next chapter.

Read the full announcement and learn more about Vicky: https://richmondartcenter.org/press-releases/press-release-richmond-art-center-announces-the-appointment-of-vicky-chen-as-executive-director/


Fall classes start next week!
08/26/2026

Fall classes start next week!

Join us this Saturday, August 29, from 12pm-3pm for the opening reception of Ninety@Ninety, a small works fundraiser exh...
08/24/2026

Join us this Saturday, August 29, from 12pm-3pm for the opening reception of Ninety@Ninety, a small works fundraiser exhibition celebrating Richmond Art Center’s 90th anniversary.

Featuring 90 artworks by local artists, the salon-style exhibition brings together artists across generations and creative practices in one vibrant exhibition.

Opening Reception: Saturday, August 29, 12–3pm
Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond CA
On view: September 2–November 19, 2026

Proceeds from artwork sales support Richmond Art Center’s community programs.

Participating Artists: Mari Andrews, Kim Anno, Lauren Ari, Chester Arnold, Asual Aswad, Julie Atkinson, Ned Axthelm, Ray Beldner, Darwin Bilinglsley, Judith Blankman, Lorraine Bonner, Greg Borman, Donna Brookman, Joy Broom, Marisa Burman, Wendyn Cadden, Mark Cadiz, Daniel Camacho, Daniel Cervantes, Eddy Chacon, Ben Chandler, L. Carol Christopher, Andres Cisneros, Deatra Colbert, Duane Conliffe, Gwendolyn Elliot, Gene Erickson, Jimi Evins, Eva Facey, Candi Farlice, Erin Fong, Frederick Franklin, Daniel Galvez, Luis Garcia, Rebeca Garcia-Gonzalez, Josseline Gil, Shana Harper, Art Hazelwood, Robbin Légère Henderson, David Hernandez, Saida Hogan, Raymond Holbert, Jonathan Huynh, Jeffrey Isom, Rebecca Jantzon, JIBCA, Woody Johnson, Raymond “American Royalty” Jones, Irene Bee Kain, Julia La Chica, Chamia La Rae, Marilyn Levin, Xinchen Li, Janet Lipkin, Erick Maciel, Viviana Martinez, Francisco Martinez, Matt Matsuoka, Jeff Maylath, Erin McCluskey Wheeler, Sonia McDaniel, Richard Misrach, Ruth Morgan, Joy Neas, Arthur Norcome, Robert Ortbal, Ricky P., Lynette Parker, Yolanda “Tha Sun” Patton, Ashley Perez, Leslie Plato-Smith, Johanna Poethig, Laurie Polster, Kevin Richtik, Virginia Rigney, Rigo 23, Francisco Rojas, Randy Jayne Rosenberg, David Ruth, Joshua Sainz, Jos Sances, Imani Sanders, Antonio Santos R., Kristin Satzman, Malik Seneferu, Joseph Slusky, O. Smith, Maryly Snow, Livia Stein, Erika Stitt, Inez Storer, John Toki, Frances Valesco, Mark Van Proyen, Heather Wilcoxon, Anne Wolf, Jan Wurm, Dave Yoas, John Zeretzke

In honor of Richmond Art Center founder, artist, and educator Hazel Salmi and her love of flower arranging, one of the a...
08/23/2026

In honor of Richmond Art Center founder, artist, and educator Hazel Salmi and her love of flower arranging, one of the art-making activities at our 90th Birthday Party will be creating floral wearable adornments. Put a flower in your hair or buttonhole, and join the celebrations! All are welcome!

The party will also include the opening of our 90th anniversary exhibitions, door prizes, food, and live music by the Dewayne Oakley Blues Ensemble.

90th Birthday Party
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 12pm-3pm | FREE
Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA

We’re busy installing our 90th anniversary exhibitions! In the South Gallery, Ninety@Ninety is a small works fundraiser ...
08/22/2026

We’re busy installing our 90th anniversary exhibitions! In the South Gallery, Ninety@Ninety is a small works fundraiser featuring 90 artworks for 90 years.

See something you love? Every artwork is available for purchase, with proceeds supporting Richmond Art Center’s community programs.

The exhibition opens Saturday, August 29, with a reception from 12pm-3pm, then runs Sep 2 - Nov 19. Stop by the front desk to place a deposit and claim your favorite piece with a red dot!

If you like shiny stones that sparkle, why not try your hand at lapidary? Learn how to transform rough rocks into beauti...
08/21/2026

If you like shiny stones that sparkle, why not try your hand at lapidary? Learn how to transform rough rocks into beautiful polished gems while getting hands-on with the tools and techniques of this fascinating craft.

Lapidary 101: Cut Cabochon Gemstones for Jewelry
Tuesdays, 5:30pm-8:30pm, Sep 3 - Oct 15
Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond CA

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2540 Barrett Avenue
Richmond, CA
94804

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Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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