Children's Museums

Riverside Art Museum

Name: Riverside Art Museum
Address: 3425 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, Riverside, CA, US
Telephone: (951) 684-7111
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (381 reviews)

📍 3425 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501

📞 (951) 684-7111

🌐 www.riversideartmuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	12–5 PM

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About Riverside Art Museum

Museum with art shows, classes & talks. Exhibition space that features art classes, workshops, lectures & a museum store selling local art. The Riverside Art Museum features The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture, a dedicated center named after the renowned entertainer and art collector, focusing specifically on Chicano art and culture. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 381 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Art Museum
Best For: All ages
Key Features: Chicano art & culture, rotating exhibitions, art classes and camps
Admission: $15.95 adults, children 12 and under free, Free Sundays 12-5 p.m.

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The Riverside Art Museum features The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture, a dedicated center named after the renowned entertainer and art collector, focusing specifically on Chicano art and culture
⭐The museum offers free admission on Sundays (12-5 p.m.) and provides deeply discounted admission for EBT/SNAP/WIC cardholders at just $1 per person (up to 4 people), making it highly accessible to low-income families
⭐The museum hosts the monthly Riverside ArtsWalk event on the first Thursday of every month (6-9 p.m.), serving as a community celebration of arts and culture in the region
⭐The venue offers wedding and event hosting services, with reviews mentioning ceremonies held in the atrium, cocktail hours in the art alliance gallery, and receptions on the rooftop

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Visit on Free Sundays (12-5 p.m.) for complimentary admission to both the Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech Marin Center, making it an excellent money-saving opportunity for exploring multiple galleries in one trip.
💬Plan for a shorter visit than typical museums—reviewers note this is a smaller venue, which can be an advantage for a focused experience. Allow 30-60 minutes rather than half a day.
💡Attend the monthly Riverside ArtsWalk on the first Thursday (6-9 p.m.) to experience the museum alongside community arts celebrations and local artist engagement, enhancing the educational and cultural experience.
💡Enroll in the Summer Art Program with weekly camps or Saturday Art Club to deepen your learning experience beyond viewing exhibitions—the museum is known for strong educational programming.
💬Check ahead on which exhibits are currently on display, as the museum features rotating exhibitions and some areas may be closed. Verify what's available before your visit to manage expectations.