We Are rainey institute
Since its beginnings in 1904, Rainey Institute has served countless Greater Cleveland youth. Today, over 2,500 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
Hip Hop Teen “Fresh Camp” @ Rainey Institute
One-Two One-Two...Mic Check! We've got an awesome camp for teens grade 9-12 this summer! Rainey Institute...
Rainey Student Reigns Superior at National Festival
Eleven-year-old Jai’dah Hood, a piano student at Rainey Institute, received a “Superior” rating at the...
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 calendar
“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