Martin Luther King Jr. Day Opening
2026-01-19 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
SPECIAL OPEN HOURS! Join us in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and come view our newest exhibition Out in the I.E.! Take a FREE tour, have some fun with our interactive scavenger hunt, and get your creative juices flowing with our kids’ craft corner! NOW is your chance to come learn some I.E. history! See you soon!

Riverside East Rotary Club
2026-01-21 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-01-28 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-02-04 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-02-11 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-02-18 07:00 - 08:00 | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, Bank of America Diversity Center, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 102, Riverside, 92501
Dedicated to making positive, lasting change in both our local community and in communities abroad. We pride ourselves on being a “fun” club that gets things done. We meet every Wednesday morning at the Bank of America Diversity Center in Downtown Riverside at 3933 Mission Inn Avenue.

Out in the I.E.
2026-01-21 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-29 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-30 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-04 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-05 12:00 - 17:00 and 5 more dates | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Out in the IE is a thematic survey exhibition covering 10 central themes: Art, AIDS, Community Care, Political Representation, Student Movements, Drag and Nightlife, Safety, Faith, Pride and Representation, and Queer Futures.

Tools for Change: Strategy, Safety, and Alternatives
2026-01-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, Bank of America Diversity Center, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 102, Riverside, 92501
Want to show up informed, prepared, and safe? Join us Sunday, January 25, from 11 AM–2 PM for a free community workshop. We’ll explore safe ways to participate in demonstrations, alternative approaches to protest, and how to navigate tough conversations. Come learn, reflect, and build together. Doors open at 10:30 AM!

Listening to Heal: Our Stories, Our Strength
2026-01-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Looking for a space to feel seen and heard? Join Dr. Anthony Jerry and Dr. Niedha Welch on Tuesday, January 27 from 5 PM – 7 PM during Listening to Heal: Our Stories, Our Strengths for an evening of storytelling, resilience, and renewal in a safe and sacred space. Listen to the mental health stories of members of the community, gain a deeper understanding on how to listen, and strengthen your compassion for others. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the community, sign up here to heal together.

Fabric of Us: Textile Arts and Queer Identity
2026-02-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, Bank of America Diversity Center, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 102, Riverside, 92501
CRIISC is excited to partner with artist Yulissa Mendoza and The Cheech Center for Chicano Art & Culture of the Riverside Art Museum for Fabric of Us: Textile Art and Queer Identity Workshop. Join us for an afternoon of creativity and conversation as we sit down with Yulissa to explore their artistic journey, inspirations, and the themes that shape their work,~ followed by a hands-on textile art workshop. Come get inspired, connect, and create alongside a local I.E. artist. We can’t wait to see you!

The Legacy of Clarence Muse New Pop-Up Exhibition
2026-02-04 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-05 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-06 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-12 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-13 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
On view now! Come visit CRIISC and check out our new pop-up exhibition The Legacy of Clarence Muse. Viewing through Wednesday, February 4 through Friday, March 13. Learn about onscreen legend Clarence Muse, a pillar of the Perris Valley community, by exploring artifacts from the collection of Dr. Norman Towels. Then, join us Thursday, February 19 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for a special showcase of his collection led by Dr. Towels himself!

Dr. Towels Showcase - The Legacy of Clarence Muse Pop-Up
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, 3933 Mission Inn Ave., Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
During Black History Month learn about onscreen legend Clarence Muse, a pillar of Perris Valley community, by exploring artifacts from the collection of Dr. Norman Towels. Dr. Towels will provide a showcase of his collection.
