Iridian Gallery at Diversity Richmond

Iridian Gallery at Diversity Richmond Gallery that exhibits LGBTQ+ artists and art that matters to our community.

The mission of The Iridian Gallery at Diversity
Richmond is to foster le***an, gay, bisexual,
transgender, q***r+ artists and their community
by exhibiting their art, as well as work that relates to their experiences. The Iridian Gallery seeks to position the gallery and its exhibitions as a vital constituent of Greater Richmond’s vibrant arts culture.

Saturday and Sunday in the Diversity Richmond small event hall.
02/27/2026

Saturday and Sunday in the Diversity Richmond small event hall.

02/19/2026

“Our art collection wasn’t a possession so much as it was another world.”
— Lily Tomlin & Jane Wagner

Bonhams is honoured to present at auction a profoundly personal selection of fine art from the collection of Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner. Offered across dedicated New York sales, this remarkable group brings together masterworks by Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Diane Arbus, Jenny Holzer, Louise Nevelson, Annie Leibovitz and others whose work helped shape the visual language of the 20th and 21st centuries.

From the earliest days of their relationship, art served as a vital expression of connection and curiosity. Their first date — at a New York museum exhibition of Warhol’s work — sparked a lifelong passion for collecting. Over time, each acquisition became both celebration and keepsake, marking milestones in a shared creative life.

Across five decades, Tomlin and Wagner have defined themselves as singular voices in American film and theatre: Tomlin, an award-winning actress and comedian renowned for her transformative character work; Wagner, an acclaimed writer and director celebrated for her incisive wit. Together, they have formed one of the most influential creative partnerships in American culture. Their collection stands as an intimate reflection of that partnership — a testament to artistic friendships, enduring admiration, and the memories woven through a life lived in art.

Working in partnership with The Fine Art Group, Bonhams is privileged to steward this exceptional collection as it begins its next chapter.

Learn more: https://www.bonhams.com/auction/32444/lily-tomlin-and-jane-wagner-wit-women-and-the-art-of-collecting/

Lily Tomlin & Jane Wagner
Wit, Women & the Art of Collecting
8 April 2026 | Live Auction, New York

Lily Tomlin & Jane Wagner
Wit, Women & the Art of Collecting
31 March – 9 April 2026 | Online Only

09/25/2025

Richmond artist Justice Dwight redefines Black and q***r beauty through bold, multidisciplinary work. His Q***r Prom series reimagines lost teenage moments, blending healing and celebration. From stolen art reproduced by AI to residencies at VisArts, Dwight transforms resilience into creativity, usi...

As we enter our last week of bidding, the Iridian Gallery Steering Committee would like to thank everyone for your bids ...
08/18/2025

As we enter our last week of bidding, the Iridian Gallery Steering Committee would like to thank everyone for your bids so far. Together we have raised over $3000 and we expect that number to more than double as the auction comes to a close on Friday at 8:30pm! As of now 10 pieces are still awaiting opening bids and we encourage you to be the first. Prices on these pieces start as low as $75 but some of our other pieces are currently at $25 bids! Register at the link in the comments.

Join us Friday Aug 22 as we party to celebrate the auction finale 6-9pm. The party is free but come ready to bid to support LGBTQ+ art in our non-profit space!

1. opening bid $150
2. opening bid $150
3. opening bid $150
4. opening bid $150
5. .connally opening bid $75
6. opening bid $150
7. Sam Skrimpz opening bid $75
8. .rva opening bid $150
9. opening bid $75
10. opening bid $75

Bling it Out! Is back!! Everyone’s favorite upcycled art exhibition and auction is returning to Iridian Gallery. 30+ art...
08/06/2025

Bling it Out! Is back!! Everyone’s favorite upcycled art exhibition and auction is returning to Iridian Gallery.

30+ artists have been tasked with finding items in Diversity Thrift and transforming them into works of art to auction off in support of gallery programming.

All artists have made 100% donations of their work to make this one of the most accessible auctions in town, with starting prices as low as $25.

Join us Aug 8 at 7pm for the opening of the exhibit and Aug 22 6-9pm for the closing party! Stay tuned for images of artwork here on our feed where you can vote for the People’s Choice award winner. One piece will also win Best in Show, as chosen by art collectors/curators !

Artists are using Diversity Thrift items to create art in our Iridian Gallery until 2pm today.
07/26/2025

Artists are using Diversity Thrift items to create art in our Iridian Gallery until 2pm today.

Address

1407 Sherwood Avenue
Richmond, VA
23220

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+18046224646

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