Arts Education for Youth & Adults

The Inner-City Neighborhood Art House is a 501(c)(3) organization which provides a safe, nurturing, and caring environment for youth and adults daytime, after school, and during the summer. A ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of Erie, the Art House mission is to empower youth through creative experiences, engage in positive self-expression, and develop into confident and caring members of the community.

Youth ages 7-18 and adults who live in Erie's inner city are invited to attend the Neighborhood Art House at no cost for instruction in the visual, performing, and literary arts and in environmental action. This instruction includes semester-length classes and private music lessons; students can also choose a time for tutoring and for one-on-one reading with an adult volunteer.

Community Art classes include homeschool and adult programming options throughout the year. 

Become a Volunteer at the Neighborhood Art House

Volunteers are an essential part of our community. In one year, at least 5,000 hours of service are given directly by those serving as teachers, tutors, readers, program assistants and classroom aides. Learn more about how you can get involved.

Register Now For Art & Sole!

Art & Sole is the Art House's unique 5k run/walk featuring a race through downtown Erie and activities for the whole family. Join us on Saturday, May 11th!

Inner-City Neighborhood Art House Awarded 2023 Top-Rated Nonprofit!

We are proud to share that we are a 2023 GreatNonprofits Top-Rated Nonprofit!