The People's Gallery is a non-profit gallery, a public venue for the art community of Riverside, CA. The gallery is located at 3643 University Ave. in historic downtown Riverside. We are housed in the Harada Building, on the second floor above Dragon Marsh - A Historical Store. The building is owned by Andy Melendrez, who generously donates the common areas of the building to gallery space. |
In March of 2001, after Mr. Melendrez renovated the building, it gained its first tenant, artist Marian Semic. Following soon after, artist Glen Morris and photographer Jake Kimbrell established studios in the building. The three founded the "The People's Gallery" on the premise of providing a forum for artists to show their work. No hanging fees, no commission taken, absolutely free. |
Side view of the Gallery
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The Gallery participates in several community events such as Arts Walk First Thursdays, Ghost Walk, Orange Blossom Festival and "Fanning the Creative Flame" a celebration of downtown arts and culture.
Since its inception the Gallery has been a resource for the arts community of Riverside and the Inland Empire. In 2004, the Gallery incorporated as non-profit corporation and started the process of acquiring tax exempt status with both state and federal agencies. Early in 2005 the State of California granted tax exempt status and later in the year the Gallery qualified as a 501(c) 3 public charity under federal guidelines.
In the coming months and years, we would like to expand the resources available to the community with workshops and larger gallery space. The Gallery is supported with effort from the resident artists, a dedicated group of volunteers (Marian's Minions) and the involvement of Riverside art organizations in community projects. Contributions from the community served, go a long way in helping with our goals and activities So, check the Blah Blah Blah page often, this is where the latest information will be on the what, where and how of our growth, commitment and involvement in the arts community.
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The People's Gallery Board of Directors |
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Marian Semic |
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Chief Executive Officer |
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Chief Financial Officer |
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Ken Stansbury |
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Secretary |
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Glen Morris |
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Caron Rand |
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Mailing Address: |
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3643 University Ave.
Suite Four
Riverside, CA 92501 |
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(951) 715-4641 |
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