Richmond Open Studios Partner Venues

The Visual Artists of Richmond wants to thank the Richmond Art Center, the NIAD Art Center, ar.ti.fact Gallery, Point Richmond Gallery, and the Richmond Museum of History and Culture for supporting VAR’s vision of an independent, artist-organized open studios in Richmond. This page will give you more information on what to expect at each of our partner venues.

You may wonder how do we choose where to place artists who want to sell at a partner venue. Artists are accommodated depending on available space, with priority given to those with disabilities and other health issues as stated on their registration form. We also try to have a mix of media at each venue.

Richmond Art Center

The Richmond Art Center’s programs encompass classes, exhibitions and events at its facility, as well as off-site activities bringing free, high-quality art-making experiences. Its courtyard will welcome ten artists. Tables and chairs will be provided.

Address: 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804

Artist Greeter: Rebeca Garcia-Gonzalez

What to bring: Your own umbrella or small canopy.

Wifi in the courtyard? Yes, but spotty.

Electricity in the courtyard? No

What else is happening that day? End of VAR exhibit

NIAD Art Center

Through its visual arts studio program, NIAD gives people with disabilities the skills and experience to express themselves, be independent and earn income as an artist.

The NIAD Art Center has a lovely, cozy courtyard with a fountain, and a couple of tables for artists unable to bring their own. Its courtyard fits six artists.

Address: 551 23rd Street in Richmond, CA 94804.

Artist Greeter: TBA

What to bring: Your own table, chair or umbrella.

Wifi in the courtyard? Yes

Electricity in the courtyard? No

What else is happening that day? DJ Music

ar.ti.fact Gallery

Located in Point Richmond, ar.ti.fact Gallery is a small business selling original art, handmade and vintage items. There is space for four artists. Most work will need to hang on its walls, as there is limited space for table displays. ar.ti.fact Gallery is giving priority to artists with health challenges that make it difficult to set up a table outdoors.

Address: 109 West Richmond Ave, Richmond, 94801

Artist Greeter: Betsy Kellas

What to bring: hanging hardware, comfortable shoes and your art

Wifi? Yes

Electricity? Yes

What else is happening that day? Another participating gallery nearby: Point Richmond Gallery

Point Richmond Gallery

Point Richmond Gallery is both a small business and a space where emerging and established artists connect with educators, curators and collectors. It seeks to explore, share and support artful expressions as well as to contribute to Richmond’s vibrant character and creative economy. Point Richmond Gallery’s main space measures 30 x 18’ and comfortably fits six artists, all of which will have wall space in which to hang two dimensional work. Sculptors with large works are invited to explore the gallery’s delightful outdoor patio.

Address: 145 W Richmond Avenue Point Richmond, CA 94801

Artist Greeter: TBA

What to bring: hanging hardware, comfortable shoes and your art

Wifi? Yes

Electricity? Yes

What else is happening that day? Another participating gallery nearby: ar.ti.fact