Riverfront Arts Center

Riverfront Arts Center Always free and open to the public
Wed.- Fri. 11-5, Weekends 11-3
Closed holidays & between exhibits Donations and volunteers are needed and appreciated.
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2024 Exhibitions

Winter's Garden*
Juried Exhibition
Friday, Jan. 19 – Sunday, Feb. 18
Submissions due Jan. 11 - 12, 11 - 4:00 pm
Reception Friday, Jan. 19, 4:30 - 7:00 pm

Emerging Artists
Friday, Feb. 23 – Sunday, Mar. 17
Submissions due Feb. 15 - 16
Reception Friday, Feb. 23, 4:3 0- 7:00 pm

Peeps
Wednesday, Mar. 27 – Sunday, Apr. 14
Create a marshmallow candy masterpiece! Submissions due Ma

r. 21 - 22, 11 - 4:00 pm
Check Websthe the holiday hours. Surrealism
Thursday, May 2 – Sunday, May 26
Submissions due Apr. 18 - 19, 11 - 4:00 pm
Reception Thursday, May 2, 4:30 - 7:00 pm

Visions XXV*
Juried Exhibition
Thursday, June 13 – Sunday, Aug. 4
Submissions due May 30-31, 11-4
Reception Thursday, June 13, 4:30 - 7:00 pm

The Animal
Thursday, Aug. 22 – Sunday, Oct. 13
Submissions due Aug. 8 - 9, 11 - 4:00 pm
Reception Thursday, Aug. 22, 4:30 - 7:00 pm

Fine Art Gift Gallery
Friday, Nov. 1 – Sunday, Dec. 22
Fine art, gifts, and cards
Submissions due Oct. 16 - 18, 11 - 4:00 pm
Reception Friday, Nov. 1, 4:30 - 7:00 pm

* Juried exhibition
CLOSED HOLIDAYS & BETWEEN EXHIBITS

Visit stevenspoint.com/170/Riverfront-Arts-Center for submission requirements.
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RAC is a non-profit arts organization with a mission to support local and regional artists through exhibition opportunities and to enrich and enlighten the community through art exhibitions and workshops. Funding and support comes from an Arts Endowment, a small portion of hotel room tax, donations and fundraisers. Contact [email protected] for more volunteer information.

The Riverfront Arts Center invites submissions for Visions XXVII, a juried exhibition open to all themes and media. Subm...
05/31/2026

The Riverfront Arts Center invites submissions for Visions XXVII, a juried exhibition open to all themes and media. Submit this form with your artwork and entry fee of $10 per submission, max 2. Best in Show receives a $200 award and three Honorable Mentions receive $100 each. Not all submitted artwork will be included in the show.

Submission forms found at the gallery or on our website https://stevenspoint.com/170/Riverfront-Arts-Center

Artwork delivery
Thursday and Friday June 18 and 19, 11 to 4 pm
or by appointment

Juried artwork not accepted pick up
Monday and Tuesday June 22 and 23, 11 to 4 pm
jury results sent via email

Opening reception
Thursday July 2, 4:30 to 7 pm

Gallery hours
Wednesday, Thursday 11 to 5 pm
Fridays 11-7 pm summer hours
Weekends 11 to 3 pm
Closed on holidays and between exhibits

Unsold artwork pick up
Monday and Tuesday August 31 and September 1, 11 to 4 pm

To make alternate arrangements please contact [email protected]

The Riverfront Arts Center invites the community to a special artist talk with Director Shannon Gardner on Sunday, May 3...
05/30/2026

The Riverfront Arts Center invites the community to a special artist talk with Director Shannon Gardner on Sunday, May 31, at 1 p.m.

During this presentation, Shannon will share insights and experiences from a recent artist residency in Finland, including time spent creating work in Helsinki and North Karelia. Guests will have the opportunity to view artwork and learn more about international collaboration in contemporary art practice.

The talk will also highlight a collaborative project between Shannon and Finnish designer Sami Eskelinen, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, cultural exchange, and inspiration behind the work. A thoughtful Q&A session will follow the presentation.

The Riverfront Arts Center invites the community to a special artist talk with Director Shannon Gardner on Sunday, May 3...
05/29/2026

The Riverfront Arts Center invites the community to a special artist talk with Director Shannon Gardner on Sunday, May 31, at 1 p.m.

During this presentation, Shannon will share insights and experiences from a recent artist residency in Finland, including time spent creating work in Helsinki and North Karelia. Guests will have the opportunity to view artwork and learn more about international collaboration in contemporary art practice.

The talk will also highlight a collaborative project between Shannon and Finnish designer Sami Eskelinen, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, cultural exchange, and inspiration behind the work. A thoughtful Q&A session will follow the presentation.

ARTS WALK NEXT WEEK! Stevens Point Downtown Arts Walk is a FREE, annual event giving local artists the opportunity to s...
05/28/2026

ARTS WALK NEXT WEEK! Stevens Point Downtown

Arts Walk is a FREE, annual event giving local artists the opportunity to showcase their work three times a year on the sidewalks of downtown Stevens Point, connecting with the community and bringing patrons to downtown businesses.

This year’s events will take place June 5th, July 24th, and September 11th from 5-8 pm.

ARTISTS: sign up with the RAC by emailing [email protected] and indicate the date(s) they would like to sign up for and their preferred sidewalk location as soon as possible. The RAC lawn and city square are also available for booth setup. Each artist is responsible for their own setup, takedown, and obtaining verbal permission from a business to use their sidewalk space.

Story Time takes place from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month and features stories, snacks, and ...
05/24/2026

Story Time takes place from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month and features stories, snacks, and creative crafts for children and families to enjoy together. This month’s Story Time will include Elves, Fairies & Gnome poems and a fun artwork scavenger hunt throughout the gallery.

The Riverfront Arts Center is free and open to the public Wednesday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–7 p.m. for summer hours, and weekends 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (closed holidays and between exhibitions) at 1200 Crosby Ave. in downtown Stevens Point. For more information, call 715-343-6251, email Director Shannon Gardner at [email protected], and follow the Riverfront Arts Center on Facebook and Instagram.

Artwork for May's Story Time is brought to you by Hannah Vale, view her magnificent fairy artwork on display!

The Riverfront Arts Centerwelcomes the community to experience Fantastical, animaginative exhibition celebrating wonder,...
05/23/2026

The Riverfront Arts Center
welcomes the community to experience Fantastical, an
imaginative exhibition celebrating wonder, dreamlike
worlds, and the extraordinary. The exhibition is now on
view through June 14 and invites visitors into a playful
and inspiring collection of artwork from regional artists.

The Riverfront Arts Center is free and open to the
public. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Thursday
from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays 11-7 and weekends
from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended Friday evening hours
invite visitors to enjoy the gallery alongside the
beautiful riverfront and Pfiffner Park area in downtown
Stevens Point.

For questions, call 715-343-6251, email Art Director
Shannon Gardner at [[email protected]],
and follow the Riverfront Arts Center on Facebook and
Instagram for updates.

Artwork by Dianne Brown-Hahn


The Riverfront Arts Center welcomes the community to experience Fantastical, an imaginative exhibition celebrating wonde...
05/22/2026

The Riverfront Arts Center welcomes the community to experience Fantastical, an imaginative exhibition celebrating wonder, dreamlike worlds, and the extraordinary. The exhibition is now on view through June 14 and invites visitors into a playful and inspiring collection of artwork from regional artists.

The Riverfront Arts Center is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays 11-7 and weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended Friday evening hours invite visitors to enjoy the gallery alongside the beautiful riverfront and Pfiffner Park area in downtown Stevens Point.

For questions, call 715-343-6251, email Art Director Shannon Gardner at [[email protected]], and follow the Riverfront Arts Center on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

Artwork by UneasyViewing and Bobbi Van Ert

Fantastical @ the RACOn view: Thursday, May 7 – Sunday, June 14Gallery Hours:Wednesday–Thursday: 11 am -5 pmFriday: 11 a...
05/21/2026

Fantastical @ the RAC

On view: Thursday, May 7 – Sunday, June 14

Gallery Hours:
Wednesday–Thursday: 11 am -5 pm
Friday: 11 am – 7 pm - Extended Summer Hours
Saturday & Sunday: 11 am – 3 pm

Admission is free

Bring friends, bring curiosity, and experience something FANTASTIC

Artwork by Robert Summerland

This post was created by our new summer volunteer, Makenzie O. Stop by the gallery to say hello and welcome her to the R...
05/20/2026

This post was created by our new summer volunteer, Makenzie O. Stop by the gallery to say hello and welcome her to the RAC team while viewing Fantastical, on display through June 14.

We have also extended our Friday hours for all the late night art lovers, open Fridays 11-7 through summer. Enjoy the sunshine along the river, stroll the beautiful walkway through the RAC and Pfiffner Park area, and experience downtown Stevens Point in full color.

Be on the lookout for our ongoing Story Time, DRAW Sessions, Art Journaling, and artist talks throughout the season.

The Riverfront Arts Center is free and open to the public Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–7 p.m. for summer hours, and weekends 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (closed holidays and between exhibitions) at 1200 Crosby Ave. in downtown Stevens Point. For more information, call 715-343-6251, email Director Shannon Gardner at [email protected], and follow the Riverfront Arts Center on Facebook and Instagram.

Artworks by Diane Canfield Bywaters and Cody Csepp

Story Time takes place from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month and features stories, snacks, and ...
05/19/2026

Story Time takes place from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month and features stories, snacks, and creative crafts for children and families to enjoy together. This month’s Story Time will include Elves, Fairies & Gnome poems and a fun artwork scavenger hunt throughout the gallery.

The Riverfront Arts Center is free and open to the public Wednesday–Thursday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.–7 p.m. for summer hours, and weekends 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (closed holidays and between exhibitions) at 1200 Crosby Ave. in downtown Stevens Point. For more information, call 715-343-6251, email Director Shannon Gardner at [email protected], and follow the Riverfront Arts Center on Facebook and Instagram.

Address

1200 Crosby Avenue, PO Box 472
Stevens Point, WI
54481

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

Telephone

+17153436251

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