In September, we celebrated Bernell Butler in our Homegrown Heroes exhibit. His presence at the grand opening was unforgettable, sharing his inspiring story with us all.

We are deeply saddened by his passing and honor his legacy of service, resilience, and compassion. Thank you, Bernell, for everything you gave to our community. ❤️

We reflect on the incredible legacy of Douglas McCulloh, a dedicated artist, author, curator, and beloved community member.

Doug’s contributions to the world of photography and art were profound. He authored six remarkable books of photography and text, sharing his unique vision and passion with the world. In addition to his curation for exhibitions at UCR ARTS, he was the sole curator and co-curator for our Working Coachella and San Bernardino Photography Now exhibitions respectively.

Doug’s creativity, commitment, and love for his community will continue to inspire us. His passing leaves a void, but his spirit lives on through his art and the impact he had on all who knew him. 

At the request of Doug’s family, in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to UC Riverside’s Douglas McCulloh Photography Scholarship Fund, this fund fosters creativity by providing scholarships to promising photography students. 

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. Rest in peace, Douglas. 💔📸

Our Executive Director, Sabrina Gonzalez, recently spoke with KVCR about the impactful work we’re doing at CRIISC.

Our new exhibition Homegrown Heroes is now open! This exhibition explores how we advance civil rights in our region. Stop by for a visit, Wednesdays – Fridays, 12 pm – 5 pm.