The front architecture of this building is quite striking. It's a two-story building that is in…read moredowntown. Check their website for open hours. The second floor houses the artwork of Mine Okubo. Very vibrant and colorful. Take the time to read the text. Learn about the history.

My wife and I stumbled onto the Center for Social Justice & Civil Liberties while we were next door…read moreat White Park for the Riverside Tamale Festival. After stuffing ourselves silly, we stopped in and instantly fell in love with this wonderful community resource dedicated to civil rights education and outreach. There were exhibits about social justice and civil rights, with information about key events and people in the Riverside area. We enjoyed a short film about social justice before walking upstairs. The second floor was a pleasant surprise for me: the entire floor was dedicated to the Mine Okubo exhibition. She was the author and illustrator of one of my favorite books in college, Citizen 13660, a graphic novel about Okubo's experiences as a child in the U.S. internment camps during World War II. She donated most of her life's work to the center after she passed away in 2001 and this is the first exhibition of her art in nearly 40 years. It was a thrill to see her paintings from various periods of her life as she experimented with different styles and techniques; the art depicting life in the internment camp was poignant and beautiful. After we finished our visit, we chatted with the friendly workers, learned about upcoming special events, and started planning our next trip to the center. Highly recommended. Note: the center is only open on Saturdays from 10am to 4pm (including first Thursdays for the ArtWalk and by special appointments). Admission and nearby street/structure parking are free.

Really enjoyed the Victorian home tour with a docent! We came here on Saturday at 12 and we had…read moreMichelle as the tour guide, she was very informative and articulate. Felt like we went through time travel because we were able to witness old fashioned interiors and antiques. Some of the furniture were still there since the 1800's. Amazing. Intrigued. Intricate details on the doors walls and furniture. Learned that Riverside was a very affluent city from oranges. Sugar was very valuable back then and Chinese servants worked at the Victorian mansion. Makes me appreciate how much technological advancement there has been to make the modern life more efficient and convenient.

Riverside historical heritage house hosts community events throughout the year. You can hang out on…read morethe courtyard and enjoy some live music with local musicians, ice cream and crafts for kids. The house tour takes a few groups at a time while you can learn about the history of the home. Will require stairs. There's also the back shed area with historical items and tools, vehicles. Welcoming and friendly staff. Parking lot across the street is usually open for community events.

A great venue for a small group performance in the middle of a modest art gallery. It has adequate…read morelighting, acoustics, seating area, and stage. There is also a screening room for videos. Staff is great, selection of art exhibits changes periodically. Parking is the only issue.

Free and entertaining. I recommend for people who have an appreciation for the art of photo-taking…read moreand/or cameras. I came here on a Saturday afternoon, after having brunch in Arcade Downtown next door, for a fun and free date in downtown Riverside. You can get your fill of the museum in about 1 hour. When I visited, the third floor was not open but I say it takes about 30 minutes tops to view each floor with ease. The place is very spacious and cool. You get to see displays of old cameras and there is even an interactive piece where you wear goggles to get the full affect of the image. I came on a Saturday afternoon and the place was not crowded at all. More times than not, you are able to have an entire room to yourself to admire the pieces alone. You can find free parking in the parking garages nearby. The nearest one is on Orange Street. There is free all day parking on the weekends for Garages 1, 2, and 3 in downtown Riverside.

Absolutely love this place !!! Diane is awesome teacher,…read morewhether you're a beginner or more advanced, this is the place to go. Open classes Tuesday night and Thursday nights and classes on Saturday.... Bring your own project or come and see her hundreds and hundreds of projects you can do. Nice to know this small hometown quaint business has tested years of time/ the economy and still thrives. All in one shop...supplies, paints, projects, gifts & great teacher wrapped up in one

It was our first time discovering the Corona Art Association and were excited about it making a…read morechunky knit pumpkin! When we arrived a couple of us were told by the instructor, Kim that we had purchased the wrong yarn. Not knowing anything about yarn, I told her that I bought " chunky " yarn as mentioned on the event page. She said it would not be possible to make the craft with that yarn. An attendee of the class had an extra skein and was nice enough to sell it to me. My partner used that one while I tried to make the most of the situation and used the yarn I bought. It was impossible, so I ate my snacks and watched as everyone else made their pumpkin. I could see that most people were confused on what to do and most left without a completed craft. Even the instructor had to unravel her pumpkin and start over. We were so excited to learn a new hobby but left deeply disappointed.

Wonderful gallery showing the many talents of those who live locally…read more Has excellent classes offered to anyone who is interested. With the change of themes every two months there is always something new to see. Perfect for before going to the theater or at intermission.

It was a bit hard to get to (and only open on Saturdays, from 2-5 PM). However, once I realized…read morethat I could get on campus through the South entrance, the walk to the museum was nice and peaceful. There are a variety of displays, which I believe are well organized. I only wish my photos of the florescent minerals came out better!

If you live in Corona take your kids you can explore a local museum all within an hour…read more 15 min drive to la sierra university, museum for 30-35 min. head home 15 min drive No lines, no cost of admission, and a wide variety of birds, mammals, reptiles displayed, i really liked the Komodo dragon. I finally remembered on a Saturday and took my sons (6, 3, and 1) to the museum. We live in Corona /borderline Riverside so it's local to us. Great way to inspire your kids about attending a university by allowing them to explore a wonderful campus filled with trees. Awe also enjoyed the Art building very cool how everything ties in together. Staff is knowledgeable and welcoming.

After reading the reviews on this gallery, I decided to give it a shot. After all, I love art. The…read moreidea of having an art gallery a bit closer to me was exciting. Parking is metered and on the street. $1.00 gets you an hour. Trust me, you won't need it. I walked in the "gallery" and was hit with an overwhelming odor! It smelled like mildew and a convalescent home. It was awful, but I was already here so I decided to give it a chance. The front of the store is empty with an exception of a few canvas paintings- not properly displayed- but on the floor. To the right are some custom framing. I've seen a better selection and pricing at Micheal's Arts and Crafts store. In the next room is where the paintings were hung. They're all a mess as well. In no way do they display new talent or showcase art. The place is dusty and dirty. The staff barely spoke. This can hardly be categorized as a gallery. It's more like an art studio/rec room. Classless and lacking any sophistication. Typical Riverside.

Division 9 Gallery is awesome! Its a great space with all the artists being local. The owner,…read moreCosme, is very friendly, down to earth, and generous enough to open up the space to community events. Classes are also held at the gallery and the owner lets people use his printing press and studio space. Support Division 9 because cool places like this in Riverside are very few and far between!

We always have such a great time at Fearless Art Studio! We've been a couple of times now, and…read moreeach experience has been wonderful. The customer service is always great, and the artists are incredibly patient, encouraging, and make the experience fun for everyone--no matter your skill level! Nothing but great things to say. Good vibes, lots of laughs, and an overall amazing time. We'll definitely be back!

Had a great time doing a paint and sip at Phearless! The ladies that taught/ran the studio were…read moregreat! They went at a great pace and helped us when we needed help! Highly recommend! I will be back!