The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture, Riverside
The Cheech Marin Center opened in June 2022 as a public-private partnership between the City of Riverside, and comedian, Cheech Marin—one of the world’s foremost collectors of Chicano art. “Together, we hope to bring every aspect of Chicano art to this region as well as the rest of the world. We have something wonderful to give.” – Cheech Marin
Exhibitions:
Cheech Collects IV (June 7, 2025 – May 3, 2026) celebrates the third anniversary of The Cheech with new works from Cheech Marin’s landmark gift alongside recent acquisitions by artists like Carlos Almaraz, Jaime Guerrero, and Narsiso Martínez. With a focus on pastels and recent acquisitions, this year’s fourth iteration is curated by María Esther Fernández. Reflecting a national scope, the exhibition underscores The Cheech’s ongoing, community-driven commitment to preserving and presenting the evolving narrative of Chicanx art.
Tamara Cedré: To Rise Above Ruins (through September 28, 2025) is a deeply personal exhibition inspired by the poetry of Derek Walcott. Drawing from archival material–ranging from WWII-era advertisements to family scrapbooks—and her own photography, Cedré excavates the legacy of empire in Puerto Rico and Southern California, offering a timely reflection on land, identity, and historical memory. The exhibition is curated by Dr. Catherine Gudis.
Don’t miss this compelling display of artistry that redefines and expands our understanding of this rich and vibrant art movement.
The Cheech Museum is located at 3581 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501.
