Art of the African Diaspora 2027

Art of the African Diaspora turns thirty this year. The annual exhibition at Richmond Art Center brings together more than 120 artists of African descent from across the Bay Area, with the main show at RAC and open studios and satellite exhibitions through the spring. Eighteen NIAD artists are in this year’s exhibition: Brandon Harris, Christian Vassell, Deatra Colbert, Dorian Reid, Errice Richardson, Evelyn Davis, Felicia Griffin, Halisi Noel-Johnson, Jason Powell-Smith, Jean McElvane, Max Wheaton, Nakiesha White, Peter Harris, Raven Harper, Shana Harper, Shantae Robinson, Shawn Sanders, and Tatiana Henke.

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On view January 20–March 20, 2027
Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804
Wednesday–Saturday, 10 AM–4 PM (closed Saturday, February 13)

Related events at Richmond Art Center: Opening reception Saturday, January 23, 1–3 PM · Artistic Achievement Awardees talk Saturday, January 23, 11 AM–12:30 PM · Guest speaker Saturday, February 20, 12–1:30 PM · Artist vending day Saturday, March 13, 11 AM–3 PM · Closing reception Saturday, March 20, 2–4 PM

Richmond Art Center accessibility: Richmond Art Center’s studios and galleries are on one level and no stairs are required for entry. We recommend using the Barrett Avenue entrance, which is adjacent to a parking lot with six accessible parking spaces. The sidewalk at Barrett Avenue features curb cut-outs and is wide enough for wheelchair access. The 25th Street entrance has accessible parking, but entry is via a loading ramp, which may not be suitable for wheelchair users. For any access questions or requests, please contact admin@richmondartcenter.org. Parking is free; there is short-term visitor parking at the 25th Street entrance and longer-term parking in the city’s public lot across the street.

Artwork: Raven Harper, All Black History Women are Beautiful, 2026