Richmond Arts Services
The City of Richmond wears many hats, acting as an arts supporter, presenter, communicator, investor and facility operator.
About Arts Services
We are part of the City of Richmond’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Department within the Community Services Division.
Our team consists of the Richmond Arts Centre, Richmond Art Gallery Richmond Cultural Centre, Richmond Public Art and Community Cultural Development.
Learn about our mandate, facilities and services.
Photo: A mid-way point: the present is an infinite moment (mural) by April dela Noche Milne & Dawn Lo, Thompson Community Centre
Get to know us
Spend five minutes with us and watch an overview of the programs and activities Richmond Arts Services delivered last year. Take a deeper dive and read the Arts Services Year in Review 2023 for a more detailed report.
The City of Richmond Arts Services Year in Review 2023 highlights programs and activities led by Community Cultural Development, Richmond Arts Centre, Richmond Media Lab, Richmond Art Gallery, Richmond Public Art Program and Signature Events. It also recognizes arts activities and programs offered beyond the Department of Arts, Culture and Heritage, such as in the Recreation and Sport Department and at the Gateway Theatre.
Check out our programs
Stay in the loop
Subscribe to newsletters to receive regular updates about upcoming programs, artist calls, funding announcements, events and unique opportunities to get involved in the arts in Richmond.
Follow @howartworks on Instagram for updates on arts and culture programs, events, projects and opportunities.
Find out what’s happening and explore the City’s growing list of affiliated social media accounts to find out what other departments, facilities and programs are doing across Richmond.