Riverland, South Australia, offers a variety of arts and culture museums for visitors to explore. Two notable museums in the area are the Riverside Art Museum and Orange St. The Riverside Art Museum features exhibitions of artists like Charles Bibbs and Judithe Hernández, with free family programs on the first Sunday of each month and various events year-round. Orange St. showcases Chicano art and culture, featuring exhibitions such as "Indigenous Futurism" and "ICONS Sacred Spaces," along with events like portrait photography sessions and artist walk-throughs.
Both museums offer timed admission tickets, with reservations highly recommended due to limited capacity. Admission fees vary, with Adults at $15.95, Seniors (65+)/Educator/College Student at $10.95, Children 13-17 years at $10.95, and Children 12 and under and Military personnel (active only) receiving free entry. RAM members also get free admission. The museums operate from Wednesdays to Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
In addition to these museums, the city of Riverside hosts various arts and cultural institutions supported by the Arts & Cultural Affairs Division (ACAD). The city's commitment to promoting arts and culture is evident through partnerships with local, regional, and national organizations. Riverside features downtown statues honoring leaders such as Martin Luther King, Mahatma Gandhi, Dosan Ahn Chang Ho, Eliza Tibbets, and Ysmael Villegas, among other cultural highlights.