We Are rainey institute
Since its beginnings in 1904, Rainey Institute has served countless Greater Cleveland youth. Today, over 1,200 children participate in engaging arts education programming each year. Children of all ages discover and develop their talents after school, on weekends, and over the summer.
education and engagement through the arts
Visual arts
Exploring colors, textures, and materials brings joy and inspiration to individuals of all ages, especially children. The feeling a child gets when they create their first work of art is priceless.
dance
Our Staff strives to build physical, emotional and social growth for all age groups through dance from beginners to advance mastery classes.
drama
music
Visual arts
Exploring colors, textures, and materials brings joy and inspiration to individuals of all ages, especially children. The feeling a child gets when they create their first work of art is priceless.
dance
Our Staff strives to build physical, emotional and social growth for all age groups through dance from beginners to advance mastery classes.
drama
music
thank you to our donors
rainey news
2022 Student Art Exhibition + MAKE & TAKE Community Art Activity
Please join us for the 2022 Student Art Exhibition which will feature after school students' artworks. The...
Rainey Dance Academy Presents “Encanto”
Rainey dance academy presents "Encanto"CLEVELAND, OH - Rainey Institute Join Rainey Dance Academy dancers as...
Summer Camp Artwork on Display for CLE Earth Day Event
CLEVELAND, OH - City Hall Rotunda This past summer, Cleveland mixed media artist Ron Shelton, illuminated...
“Arts education is critical to the development and expansion of young minds. Rainey provides enriching programs in a safe and nurturing environment where Cleveland’s young learners can express their creativity, feel valued, and build confidence.”
— City of Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb