Message from Members of the Board of the RAC

Dear Rye Community,

The Rye Arts Center, a beloved non-profit that has proudly served the Rye community since 1960, now stands at the threshold of a transformational, once-in-a-generation opportunity. With the generous gift of property at 25 Milton Road and the significant support of our donors, this expansion addresses limitations of the current building at 51 Milton Road, which affect the quality and scope of programs currently offered. We are excited to create a world-class cultural hub for the arts - one that will inspire, engage, and uplift the community for generations to come.

This project aims to build a new facility alongside the existing one, providing a first-class arts education and opportunities for all ages. Highlights include a fully outfitted RAC Makerspace, world-class gallery, dedicated teen studio, and two acres of expanded green space. This will enhance the experience for our members, students, and visitors, creating a vibrant community and multi-arts center for all.

Building on its history of community engagement and impactful programs such as Head Start and Dance for Parkinson's, the RAC is actively involving the community in refining its vision. While we are currently navigating the zoning process with the City Council and gathering neighbor input, the RAC is also addressing potential parking and traffic needs with an engineering firm.

We are committed to creating a place that will be a lasting source of pride for the Rye community - a place where creativity thrives, connections are built, and everyone can enjoy the unique benefits of the arts for years to come. Our current designs are still in the conceptual phase, and we will refine them after the zoning approval. In the meantime, we invite the community to join us as we work together to create a space that reflects the heart of Rye and that will truly benefit all through the Arts.

Members of the Board of The Rye Arts Center

Heath Abramsohn

Simone Bonnet

Michael Collins

Joe DeVita

Ania Dunlop

Ariel Eckstein

Tina Exarhos

Michelle Froah

Sonia Hounsell

Shami Kini

Hayley Nivelle

Eileen Neiman

Judith Passannante

Jennifer Sandling

Tom Stokes

Rita Tino-Longo

Amy Vijayanagar

Whitney Whipple