The Rosenthal Education Center (REC)

The REC is open during museum hours.

About the REC

The REC is a space for families to discover the Cincinnati Art Museum’s collection in a fun and safe manner. Open during specific museum hours, the REC is located on the first floor, just off of the Great Hall. The REC has a dedicated interactive space that changes twice a year. Themes for the interactive space are based on the permanent collection, special exhibitions, and/or elements of art and world cultures.

Unfortunately, we do not have the resources to accommodate school groups at this time. For information about additional opportunities for students and teachers contact us at [email protected]

What’s New in the REC?

From now until April 30, experience Art in Motion in the Rosenthal Education Center (REC). This interactive exhibit highlights artworks in the museum’s permanent collection related to the art of dance! Learn about artists inspired by dance through hands on activities, art making, music, and dance. Try on professional ballet costumes from the Cincinnati Ballet, learn a bharatanatyam namaskar dance salutation from India, create a dancing puppet, dance with the Growsenthals under a disco ball and discover new artwork through puzzles, memory games and a museum-wide scavenger hunt.

What’s Next in the REC?

Cincinnati artist and educator Julia Lipovsky has been selected as the 2023 Rosenthal Education Center Artist in Residence. From May 6 until October 29, 2023 visit Julia’s interactive art installation in the REC. The REC will feature a multi sensory mural by Julia Lipovsky that was inspired by Saul Steinberg’s Mural of Cincinnati. Julia’s work will lead you through her favorite parts of Cincinnati and inspire you to create works of art about your most significant hometown memories.

REC Volunteers

The Cincinnati Art Museum is seeking weekend volunteers to work in collaboration with museum staff to plan and prepare art projects, assist families and young visitors with art making, and greet visitors. This is a great opportunity to gain museum education experience while interacting and engaging with the community. Educational credit may be available for volunteers depending on the requirements of your university. Please visit the REC Volunteer Page for more information.

The Rosenthal Education Center is made possible through a donation from the Rosenthal Family Foundation.