Discover, Create & Grow at the Rhein Center
The Rhein Center is your destination for fun, creative and enriching experiences for all ages. Nestled at the corner of Walnut Avenue and Sixth Street, the arts center offers a wide variety of art, music, dance, theater and craft classes.
Rhein Center Experiences
Whether you’re painting alongside your grandchild, learning a new dance as a teen or discovering a new hobby with friends, our arts classes are about shared experiences, creativity and discovery. It’s the perfect way to celebrate imagination and make lasting memories.
Arts & Crafts
Get your hands messy while creating personalized projects that reflect your unique style. From simple crafts for little ones to more intricate designs for teens and adults, there’s something for everyone.
Music & Dance
From traditional to modern rhythms, these classes get you moving and grooving. Whether learning a new technique or exploring global music traditions, there’s always room for creative expression.
Theatre
Step into the spotlight with theatre camps and workshops. These interactive classes help young performers tap into their creativity and explore the world of drama through improvisation and storytelling.
Adult Classes
Looking for a creative escape? Our adult classes allow you to dive deeper into the world of art and culture – whether you’re learning new painting techniques, mastering pottery or exploring the rhythm of dance.
Private Classes
Book a private class for your reunion, retreat or bridal party. Choose from ceramics, mosaics and sewing to stained and fused glass and painting. Contact the Rhein Center at (419) 798-4461, ext. 276 (summer) or ext. 347 (September-May).
Register for Classes Online
Our classes run all summer, both indoors and outdoors under brightly colored tents. Classes fill up fast, so we encourage guests to register in advance to ensure your spot.
Why Register Early?
Secure Your Spot
Our popular classes often fill up quickly, so booking ahead guarantees you don’t miss out on your preferred time and activity.
No Stress
Once you’ve registered, all that’s left is to show up, get creative and enjoy the fun.
Get Updates
By registering online, you’ll receive email updates if there are any changes to your class schedule, so you’re always in the know.
Guests may also register in person at the Rhein Center during open hours or by calling (419) 798-4461, ext. 276. If you want to share registration with a friend, tell them to visit lakesideohio.com/registration. Important: Children under age 7 must be accompanied by a caregiver at least 15 years old. The caregiver must remain with the child throughout the duration of class.
Open Studio & Rock Painting
The only exception to advance registration is our Open Studio & Rock Painting Hours, where you can drop in and get creative at your own pace. Fees vary. Bring a palm-sized rock for Rock Painting. To view hours, visit lakesideohio.com/calendar.
Teach at the Rhein Center
Have a passion for visual or performing arts? We want you to share your talent with Lakesiders this summer! We’re looking for artists and instructors with fresh ideas, exciting projects and new classes to inspire all ages in the creative atmosphere of the Rhein Center. Whether you’ve got a unique workshop in mind or an innovative class concept, we’re eager to hear your creative proposals. View ideas for Pre-Planned Projects.
The priority deadline is Friday, January 30, 2026. Submissions after this date will be accepted on a space-available basis. For more information, contact Rhein Center Manager Jennifer Wertz.
- [email protected]
- Summer: (419) 798-4461, ext. 276
- Off-Season: (419) 798-4461, ext. 347
Learn about the Rhein Center’s History
On Aug. 8, 1999, the C. Kirk Rhein, Jr. Center for the Living Arts was dedicated. Kirk Rhein, son of Clyde and “Sittie” Rhein, died when TWA flight 800 exploded over Long Island, New York. The date was chosen because it was his birthday.
The Rhein family gathered annually in Lakeside for a family reunion. Kirk graduated from the College of Wooster and earned his law degree from the Columbia School of Law. He was a prominent lawyer, private equity investment manager and executive of two public companies.
The Rhein Center grew out of the desire of the Rhein family to invest gifts in memory of their son and provide Lakeside with a “living memorial.”
Today, the beloved arts center provides a variety of visual and performing arts classes for Lakesiders of all ages throughout the summer and select days in the fall, winter and spring.
The mission statement for the Rhein Center is: To provide opportunity for persons of all ages to enrich their life experience through the arts. The goals are: To offer art classes to all age groups; to enable artists to share their talents; to enrich their life experience through the arts; to create an atmosphere for pursuing artistic discovery beyond Lakeside.