Pete Seeger released The Rainbow Quest in 1959 on Folkways Records. The album includes children's and traditional songs, reflecting his commitment to music education and folklore preservation.
The title comes from his television show of the same name, though the album is not a direct soundtrack. Seeger performs ballads like 'The Unicorn' and 'The Foolish Frog' with his characteristic banjo and voice.
The record was part of his effort to spread folk music among young audiences. Although not a major commercial success, it is considered a representative work of his didactic and optimistic style.