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RAILROAD STREET ARTWORKS INC
FAIRPORT, NY · EIN 994254927 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · Micro (<$100K) · railroadstreetartworks.org
revenue
$44K
expenses
$36K
net assets
$9K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

RAILROAD STREET ARTWORKS IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES COMMUNITY ACCESS TO THE VISUAL ARTS THROUGH EXHIBITIONS, CLASSES, AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, SUPPORTING CREATIVE EXPRESSION, LIFELONG LEARNING, AND CULTURAL ENRICHMENT FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Railroad Street Artworks is a cooperative art gallery and community hub in Fairport, NY, dedicated to making visual arts accessible to people of all ages and abilities. The organization supports local artists by providing exhibition space, fosters creative learning through community-taught classes, and hosts regular public events to connect artists with the broader community. It operates as a nonprofit with volunteer leadership and member-driven programming.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Artist Membership Program
A cooperative membership model that allows local artists to exhibit and sell their work in the gallery, participate in community events, and help manage gallery operations in exchange for monthly dues and volunteer shifts.
Community Art Classes
Art instruction programs taught by community members in fully equipped classrooms, covering various mediums and skill levels, with marketing and registration support provided by the organization.
Monthly Featured Artist
A rotating exhibition program that highlights a different artist each month with a dedicated reception and promotional support, providing visibility and sales opportunities for member artists.
Third Thursdays
Monthly evening events held on the third Thursday from 6–8 PM featuring live art demonstrations, artist meetups, and community engagement activities to promote local art and artists.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 3 activities
    • Creating public murals and regional public art projects
      Designs and installs murals and other public artworks in Genesee and Orleans counties, supported by state grants, to enhance public spaces and expand access to visual arts across the region.
    • Operating a community art gallery with rotating exhibitions
      Provides gallery space for member and visiting artists to display and sell their artwork through rotating solo and group exhibitions, including special events such as juried student shows and themed exhibitions. Offers free admission and maintains regular open hours Thursday through Sunday, with visits also available by appointment.
    • Supporting artist development through co-op and featured programs
      Supports artistic development and visibility for over 35 local artists through a cooperative gallery model, annual plein air painting days, a Featured Member Artist program, and curated exhibition opportunities. Facilitates mentorship-based learning by hosting collectives such as Atelier 3096.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Hosting public art events and artist engagement programs
      Organizes recurring public events including monthly Third Thursday celebrations (6–8 PM on the third Thursday of each month) and First Saturday artist spotlights (2–4 PM), featuring live painting demonstrations, artist talks, and interactive programming such as the "Tattoo as Art" event. These events connect artists with collectors and the public through direct engagement and creative demonstrations.
  • Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
    • Providing art education classes and hands-on workshops
      Offers affordable art classes, craft nights, children's art parties, and hands-on workshops in a dedicated classroom space that seats up to 16 students. Provides an online platform for student registration and payment, promotes classes via website calendar and social media, and supports instructors with tools for enrollment management and communication.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$44K
Contributions & grants$6K14%
Program service revenue$33K75%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$36K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$11K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$9K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
relationships · 18

Who they work with

  • Atelier 3096 Partner — Collaborates on monthly Third Thursday events featuring live demonstrations and artist talks.
  • Atelier 3096 Partner — Collaborates with Atelier 3096 to host live demonstrations and exhibitions, showcasing artists who study and paint under the mentorship of Bill White.
  • Atelier 3096 Partner — Collaborates with Atelier 3096 to host their spring exhibition and live painting demonstrations.
  • Batavia Society of Artists Partner — Member organization supporting local artists.
  • Brockport Artists Guild Partner — Member organization supporting regional artists.
  • Constant Contact Partner — Platform used to manage and service email communications
  • Department of Public Works Government — Provides nearby public parking for gallery visitors.
  • Fairport Network — Located in and participates in community events in Fairport, including Canal Days festivities.
  • Fairport Foundation Government — Serves as fiscal sponsor for Railroad Street Artworks, enabling tax-deductible donations.
  • Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council Partner — Member organization that provided state grants for public artwork.
  • Kim Partner — Instructor who teaches art basics and reports satisfaction with student outcomes and community support.
  • Mary Partner — Instructor who teaches at Railroad Street Artworks and highlights logistical support and availability of equipment.
  • Nancy Partner — Instructor who teaches classes at Railroad Street Artworks and reports positive experience with the space and support.
  • Railroad Street Artworks Network — Member organization providing artist network and exhibition opportunities.
  • Rochester Art Club Partner — Hosts events featuring Signature members of the Rochester Art Club, including artist talks.
  • Rochester Contemporary Arts Center Partner — Member organization supporting contemporary art practice.
  • Suzie Partner — Member artist who contributes work and participates in the cooperative gallery community.
  • The Yards Collective at Rochester Public Market Partner — Member collective providing public market art space.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Artist Cooperative Model
    methodology: artist_cooperative
    By operating as a member-led cooperative where artists collectively manage the gallery, teach classes, and share decision-making, the organization fosters ownership, direct artist-public engagement, and sustained community-driven artistic activity because shared governance increases commitment and alignment with community values.
  • Atelier-Based Artistic Development
    methodology: atelier_tradition
    By using the atelier model—where artists learn directly alongside a master—the organization advances skill development and public programming because immersive, mentor-guided practice deepens artistic growth and strengthens educational outcomes.
  • Shared Responsibility and Resource Model
    methodology: shared_responsibility_model
    By combining instructor autonomy with shared marketing support and requiring members to contribute time and skills, the organization sustains operations and expands access because distributed responsibility reduces individual burden while increasing program diversity and reach.