Art programs
From exhibitions to our program for young students, we make room for art at every age and every level.
Making the arts accessible for everyone in Richmond
The Community Arts Council of Richmond is proud to support many programs that make the arts accessible for everyone, from young students to lifelong artists and seniors.
We welcome young students to our studios, put Richmond artists on the wall through our exhibitions, and create opportunities for people of all ages to take part in the creative arts.
What we run
A look at the programs, exhibitions and initiatives we support throughout the year.
Reach to Teach: Immersed in the Arts
Our flagship program brings Grade 6 and 7 students to our own Arts Conservatory, in partnership with local schools. Now in its 12th year and having reached more than 900 students, Reach to Teach introduces young people to both fine and performing arts.
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Member exhibitions
We give Richmond artists a place to show and sell their work through juried and open exhibitions, including our signature Faces of Richmond and Shades of Fall shows.
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Faces of Richmond
Our signature portrait exhibition celebrates the people of Richmond, including our seniors and community heroes such as Local 1286 of the International Association of Fire Fighters. Recent editions have shown at the Steveston Museum and Post Office.
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Invitation to Seniors
We invite Richmond seniors to share their memories and stories, which we record to celebrate the experiences and history that shape our community.
Shades of Fall
Our seasonal juried members' exhibition, a showcase of new work across drawing, painting, textiles, photography and mixed media, with live music from the Camilli String Trio.
Learn more →Sponsored Community Concerts
Free community concerts bringing live music to Richmond, including the Camilli String Quartet, in partnership with local venues and Culture Days.
Learn more →Recent Reach to Teach projects
Through Reach to Teach, students explore the work of great artists and create pieces of their own. Here are a few recent highlights.
The Wings Project
A collaborative installation built by students from The Arts Connection.
Inspired by the masters
Students created their own work inspired by Henri Matisse, Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol, and Tomoaki Murayama.
Made to last
Scrapbooks and pieces that capture each student's experience in the program.
Explore our Reach to Teach editions, or see more of our work in the gallery.
Be part of the arts in Richmond
Join as a member, or support our programs with a gift, and help keep the arts thriving for everyone in Richmond.