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HISTORY & COMMUNITY

Richmond history and community

Richmond's waterfront, industrial heritage and culturally rich neighborhoods create one of the East Bay's most distinctive local landscapes.

Richmond photograph by Federico Pizano

Richmond's waterfront, industrial heritage and culturally rich neighborhoods create one of the East Bay's most distinctive local landscapes. Use the linked history sources to go beyond the brief timeline, then choose a local shop or restaurant for the rest of the visit.

Leave yourself a little room.

Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Cultural stops in Richmond

Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.

Art gallery

El Arte de Mexico

Art gallery · 516 23rd St Suite B

El Arte de Mexico is a art gallery on 516 23rd St Suite B in Richmond.

Art gallery

NIAD Art Center

Art gallery · 551 23rd St

NIAD Art Center is a art gallery on 551 23rd St in Richmond.

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Richmond Art Center

Art gallery · 2540 Barrett Ave

The Richmond Art Center can be found at 2540 Barrett Avenue in Richmond, California, and reached by phone at 510 620-6772 or by email at info@richmondartcenter.org. Seven studio spaces, each focused on different media,…

Art gallery

Slow Burn Glass

Art gallery · 833 S 19th St UNIT A

Slow Burn Glass is a art gallery on 833 S 19th St UNIT A in Richmond.

Historic places in Richmond

National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.

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