Visual Arts & Culture
Find Visual Arts, Culture & History in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
The Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region is steeped in a rich history and legacy. The revitalization of historic neighborhoods and the scenic riverfront – coupled with our renowned art museums, iconic landmarks and Art Deco architecture – makes the region a vibrant area for visual arts, culture and history.
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Redtree Gallery
Uptown
Redtree Gallery
Uptown
Redtree Gallery features a selection of art from a wide variety of emerging and established artists. The gallery features affordable art within a coffee shop lounge... Read more
Redtree Gallery features a selection of art from a wide variety of emerging and established artists. The gallery features affordable art within a coffee shop lounge setting.
Clifton Cultural Arts Center
Uptown
Clifton Cultural Arts Center
Uptown
The guiding vision of CCAC is one of a dynamic and collaborative civic hub – a bustling hive of artistic activity and personal expression where people of all ages and... Read more
The guiding vision of CCAC is one of a dynamic and collaborative civic hub – a bustling hive of artistic activity and personal expression where people of all ages and backgrounds, will come and go from morning until evening.
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Downtown
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Downtown
Celebrate Union Terminal’s restoration and learn about the building’s significant history with a 50-minute free Rotunda tour led by our Cincinnati Heritage Program docents... Read more
Celebrate Union Terminal’s restoration and learn about the building’s significant history with a 50-minute free Rotunda tour led by our Cincinnati Heritage Program docents. You’ll discover more about the construction, architecture and artwork of one of the world’s finest examples of art deco style. Hear details about the world-... Read More
Pinot's Palette Kenwood
North
Pinot's Palette Kenwood
North
Pinot's Palette is the upscale "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." destination in Cincinnati where anyone can be a Picasso. No art experience required! In two or three hours, with... Read more
Pinot's Palette is the upscale "Paint. Drink. Have Fun." destination in Cincinnati where anyone can be a Picasso. No art experience required! In two or three hours, with artist lead step-by-step instructions, you can create a festive or whimsical painting. Paint and Sip with us! We offer the best wine and painting parties you... Read More
Cincinnati Fire Museum
Downtown
Cincinnati Fire Museum
Downtown
In 1853, Cincinnati established the first paid professional fire department in the United States. The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that... Read more
In 1853, Cincinnati established the first paid professional fire department in the United States. The Cincinnati Fire Museum highlights the significant contributions that Cincinnati has made to the firefighting profession. Its mission is to share and celebrate the history of firefighting in Cincinnati while providing a unique... Read More
Purple People Bridge
South > Riverfront
Purple People Bridge
South > Riverfront
First opened in 1872 as Cincinnati's first railroad bridge spanning the Ohio River, the L&N Railroad Bridge evolved through the years to accommodate streetcar,... Read more
First opened in 1872 as Cincinnati's first railroad bridge spanning the Ohio River, the L&N Railroad Bridge evolved through the years to accommodate streetcar, pedestrian and automobile traffic before becoming a pedestrian-only bridge in May 2003 and was given the nickname Purple People Bridge. At 2,670 feet in length, it... Read More
Neusole Glassworks
North
Neusole Glassworks
North
Neusole Glassworks is a non-profit organization that offers a variety of courses to teach all ages and skill levels the art of glass. Whether you want to create glass art... Read more
Neusole Glassworks is a non-profit organization that offers a variety of courses to teach all ages and skill levels the art of glass. Whether you want to create glass art for a living or just want to make a small piece to see what it's like to handle this exciting molten material - Neusole Glassworks has a class for you! Take a... Read More
Gallery 708
Downtown
Gallery 708
Downtown
This artist owned and operated gallery celebrates the area’s talented artists and artisans by promoting their work and providing a professional gallery setting, while... Read more
This artist owned and operated gallery celebrates the area’s talented artists and artisans by promoting their work and providing a professional gallery setting, while helping to foster a vibrant visual arts community in the core of Cincinnati’s growing downtown.
Crone Cottage
South > Riverfront
Crone Cottage
South > Riverfront
Offering folk art, collectibles, stain glass, goddess art, fairy art, jewelry, cards, whimsical yard ornaments, wind chimes, stepping stones, and gnomes. One of a kind... Read more
Offering folk art, collectibles, stain glass, goddess art, fairy art, jewelry, cards, whimsical yard ornaments, wind chimes, stepping stones, and gnomes. One of a kind art is available for purchase in our gift gallery. Crone Cottage features the artworks of many talented regional artists. Also available is a large assortment of... Read More
Gallery 42 Fine Art
North
Gallery 42 Fine Art
North
Portraits, Openings and Receptions, Sculpture, U.S. Regional Art, Contemporary Art, Emerging Artists, Mixed Media Art, Multimedia and Video Art, Paintings and Drawings,... Read more
Portraits, Openings and Receptions, Sculpture, U.S. Regional Art, Contemporary Art, Emerging Artists, Mixed Media Art, Multimedia and Video Art, Paintings and Drawings, and Photography
Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati
Uptown
Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati
Uptown
The Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati is a gardening resource dedicated to enriching lives through education and community beautification. It's delightfully... Read more
The Civic Garden Center of Greater Cincinnati is a gardening resource dedicated to enriching lives through education and community beautification. It's delightfully landscaped eight acres located on Reading Road two-and-a-half miles from downtown Cincinnati. The grounds are maintained by volunteers who donate their time and... Read More
Riverside Food Tours: Cincinnati Cocktail + Spirits Tour
Downtown
Riverside Food Tours: Cincinnati Cocktail + Spirits Tour
Downtown
Cut loose, mix n’ mingle on the newest "Cocktail + Spirits" tour. Enjoy a relaxed pace and the comfort of sitting down to enjoy spectacular views! Sip and savor a... Read more
Cut loose, mix n’ mingle on the newest "Cocktail + Spirits" tour. Enjoy a relaxed pace and the comfort of sitting down to enjoy spectacular views! Sip and savor a variety of alcoholic beverages paired with small bites at 4 unique restaurants. See for yourself the unique character of every stop chosen and what sets each apart... Read More
Rankin House
East
Rankin House
East
Revered John Rankin preached for several years in Kentucky but decided to move his family across the Ohio River to the free state of Ohio. In 1825, he built the house on... Read more
Revered John Rankin preached for several years in Kentucky but decided to move his family across the Ohio River to the free state of Ohio. In 1825, he built the house on Liberty Hill with its proximity to the river and its owner's hatred of slavery, the Rankin home became a stopping point for slaves. Around 2,000 escaped slaves... Read More
Washington Platform’s Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
Washington Platform’s Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
Tour starts at Washington Platform, opened as a beer hall and saloon in 1875 on the south bank of “the Rhine,” the canal that separated the original, Anglo Cincinnati from... Read more
Tour starts at Washington Platform, opened as a beer hall and saloon in 1875 on the south bank of “the Rhine,” the canal that separated the original, Anglo Cincinnati from its “German Quarter.” In the 1800’s, the area north of Washington Platform was, per capita, the most German neighborhood in America. The residents of this... Read More
Chrisholm Historic Farmstead
North
Chrisholm Historic Farmstead
North
The Friends of Chrisholm was founded in 1995 to collaborate with MetroParks of Butler County to preserve and share the Amish Mennonite story and the farming history of the... Read more
The Friends of Chrisholm was founded in 1995 to collaborate with MetroParks of Butler County to preserve and share the Amish Mennonite story and the farming history of the region.
U.S. Grant Schoolhouse
East
U.S. Grant Schoolhouse
East
Tour the schoolhouse of our 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.
Tour the schoolhouse of our 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.
Mercantile Library
Downtown
Mercantile Library
Downtown
Everyone is welcome to visit the Mercantile Library, which has an express elevator to the Library on the 11th floor of the Mercantile Building. Most programs are open to... Read more
Everyone is welcome to visit the Mercantile Library, which has an express elevator to the Library on the 11th floor of the Mercantile Building. Most programs are open to the public, but use of the collection is for members. The book collection is general, including popular fiction and non-fiction, in print, ebook, and audio... Read More
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
South > Riverfront
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
South > Riverfront
The Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center offer classes in drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, quilting, dance and yoga for children and adults. Their professional... Read more
The Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center offer classes in drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, quilting, dance and yoga for children and adults. Their professional instructors will help you explore your creative side, no matter what your skill level. Classes run from 6 to 8 weeks. The mission at Baker Hunt is to provide... Read More
Washington Park
Downtown
Washington Park
Downtown
This newly renovated park located across from historic Music Hall includes a playground for kids with a play castle, climbing wall, sandbox and slides; interactive water... Read more
This newly renovated park located across from historic Music Hall includes a playground for kids with a play castle, climbing wall, sandbox and slides; interactive water features with more than 130 pop-up jets to provide cool relief on hot days; historic restored bandstand gazebo for weekly live music; a fenced-in dog area with... Read More
Alverta Green Museum
North
Alverta Green Museum
North
The Mason Historical Society's Alverta Green Museum is in a quaint Victorian home displaying antiques, photographs, documents and artifacts which detail the history and... Read more
The Mason Historical Society's Alverta Green Museum is in a quaint Victorian home displaying antiques, photographs, documents and artifacts which detail the history and heritage of the city of Mason, Ohio. Free educational tours for families, adults, and children are led by volunteers and may be reserved for students, scouts,... Read More
Rookwood Pottery Factory & Artisan Tour
Downtown
Rookwood Pottery Factory & Artisan Tour
Downtown
Experience the beauty and intricacy of Rookwood Pottery firsthand as guides share the intriguing history of Rookwood in the Queen City while learning the story behind the... Read more
Experience the beauty and intricacy of Rookwood Pottery firsthand as guides share the intriguing history of Rookwood in the Queen City while learning the story behind the famous name. See the country’s greatest craftsmen at work and find out what makes each piece of Rookwood Pottery so very special. Presented by American Legacy... Read More
NKU Anthropology Museum
South > Southeast
NKU Anthropology Museum
South > Southeast
Founded in 1976, the Museum of Anthropology is located on the 2nd floor of Landrum Academic Center. Our collections focus on contemporary arts of Native Americans, and... Read more
Founded in 1976, the Museum of Anthropology is located on the 2nd floor of Landrum Academic Center. Our collections focus on contemporary arts of Native Americans, and contemporary ethnographic and folk arts of world cultures, especially those of Latin America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and New Guinea. The museum currently is... Read More
Whitehall Plantation Museum
South > Southeast
Whitehall Plantation Museum
South > Southeast
Built in 1809 by Arthur Thome, Whitehall is listed on the national register as a part of the Underground Railroad. This private home features exquisite gardens, and rare... Read more
Built in 1809 by Arthur Thome, Whitehall is listed on the national register as a part of the Underground Railroad. This private home features exquisite gardens, and rare antique furniture. The highlights include gorgeous parlor sets by the revolutionary furniture maker, John Henry Belter, as well as pieces by the famous artisan... Read More
Cincinnati Heritage Programs Tours
Downtown
Cincinnati Heritage Programs Tours
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs presents historical, cultural and architectural tours both inside Cincinnati Museum Center and seasonally outdoors in the... Read more
Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs presents historical, cultural and architectural tours both inside Cincinnati Museum Center and seasonally outdoors in the surrounding communities. Rotunda Tours are FREE and are offered Saturdays at noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. and Sundays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Celebrate Union Terminal’s... Read More
Cincinnati Observatory
Uptown
Cincinnati Observatory
Uptown
Situated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt.Lookout, the Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome... Read more
Situated atop the rolling hillsides of Mt.Lookout, the Observatory is home to the world's oldest telescope still in use nightly by the general public. Two handsome National Historic Landmark buildings; one designed in 1873 by Samuel Hannaford, complement the institution's park-like setting.
Covington Central Business District Tour
South > Riverfront
Covington Central Business District Tour
South > Riverfront
From art galleries to hand-crafted signage to murals to statues new and old, take a closer look at all the public art on display throughout Covington’s vibrant Central... Read more
From art galleries to hand-crafted signage to murals to statues new and old, take a closer look at all the public art on display throughout Covington’s vibrant Central Business District. Visit website to plan your self-guided walking tour.
Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad
North
Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad
North
The LM&M takes you back in time on its 1930s train. Ride in closed cars or the open gondola car through scenic Warren County, as the conductor shares railway history... Read more
The LM&M takes you back in time on its 1930s train. Ride in closed cars or the open gondola car through scenic Warren County, as the conductor shares railway history and lore. The LM&M's specialty rides are a treat for all ages. Kids love the Magic Train, Clifford's Big Red Train Ride, A Day Out with Thomas and others.... Read More
The Framery & Raymond Gallery
Uptown
The Framery & Raymond Gallery
Uptown
Framing services and fine artwork.
Framing services and fine artwork.
Sawyer Point & Yeatman's Cove
Downtown
Sawyer Point & Yeatman's Cove
Downtown
Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove make up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park.... Read more
Sawyer Point & Yeatman’s Cove make up a mile long stretch of park along Cincinnati's riverfront between Smale Riverfront Park and Berry International Friendship Park. Featuring award winning landscaping, a performance pavilion, concessions, 8 outdoor tennis courts, 3 sand volleyball courts, a world class playground, the... Read More
Miller Gallery
Uptown
Miller Gallery
Uptown
Miller Gallery offers artwork from more than 60 established, mid-career, and emerging artists from all over the world.
Miller Gallery offers artwork from more than 60 established, mid-career, and emerging artists from all over the world.
Carpenter Art Enamel Foundation
South > Riverfront
Carpenter Art Enamel Foundation
South > Riverfront
The W.W. Carpenter Enamel Foundation Museum is a privately owned collection, dedicated to works of enamel art and craft, from historical antique Limoges paintings to a... Read more
The W.W. Carpenter Enamel Foundation Museum is a privately owned collection, dedicated to works of enamel art and craft, from historical antique Limoges paintings to a large collection of contemporary works by some of the finest artists in the field. The museum houses over 600 pieces of enamel art. The art works are very... Read More
Fountain Square
Downtown
Fountain Square
Downtown
Eat lunch under the sun, check out what’s playing on the video board, or take part in the multitudes of free programming including music, movies and special events.... Read more
Eat lunch under the sun, check out what’s playing on the video board, or take part in the multitudes of free programming including music, movies and special events. Presiding over the Square is the historic Tyler Davidson Fountain, dedicated in 1871 to the people of Cincinnati.
Cincinnati Urban Adventures: Jewel of the Queen City
Downtown
Cincinnati Urban Adventures: Jewel of the Queen City
Downtown
Discover Cincinnati’s secret gem: Mt. Adams. This 19th-century European hilltop village provides some of the most spectacular views of the city. Step back in time as you... Read more
Discover Cincinnati’s secret gem: Mt. Adams. This 19th-century European hilltop village provides some of the most spectacular views of the city. Step back in time as you explore its beautiful architecture, quaint shops, and magnificent churches. Enjoy a coffee and a pastry al fresco and finish your visit with a cold drink at... Read More
Loveland Castle
East
Loveland Castle
East
There are so many things to do and places to explore when you visit Chateau Laroche. From a quiet walk down the pathways of the gardens exploring the various plants and... Read more
There are so many things to do and places to explore when you visit Chateau Laroche. From a quiet walk down the pathways of the gardens exploring the various plants and flowers to a family picnic by the river to admiring the collection of period weaponry on display. Harry Andrews built the stone castle in the 1920s on the bank... Read More
Fitton Center for Creative Arts
North
Fitton Center for Creative Arts
North
Expect the unexpected at the Fitton Center - Experience artistic, musical, educational and social opportunities designed with the community in mind. With rotating... Read more
Expect the unexpected at the Fitton Center - Experience artistic, musical, educational and social opportunities designed with the community in mind. With rotating galleries, a variety of class offerings, performances and other special events, there truly is something for everyone at the Fitton Center.
BB&T Arena
South > Southeast
BB&T Arena
South > Southeast
Open since 2008, the BB&T Arena is a 10,000 seat, state-of-the-art arena featuring first-class concerts, family shows and a wide variety of sporting events. The BB... Read more
Open since 2008, the BB&T Arena is a 10,000 seat, state-of-the-art arena featuring first-class concerts, family shows and a wide variety of sporting events. The BB&T Arena is located on the campus of Northern Kentucky University and is the home to NKU’s Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams.
Wyoming Fine Arts Center
North
Wyoming Fine Arts Center
North
Since its founding in 1995, the Wyoming Fine Arts Center has become one of this region’s premier community art centers. We offer more programs to more students than... Read more
Since its founding in 1995, the Wyoming Fine Arts Center has become one of this region’s premier community art centers. We offer more programs to more students than virtually any other center in Greater Cincinnati. And we believe our personal approach to each student’s success is what sets us apart. The Wyoming Fine Arts Center... Read More
Paint By The Glass
North
Paint By The Glass
North
Bottoms up and brushes up! At Paint By The Glass, a local professional artists will teach you how to paint your own work of art in less than three hours, while you enjoy... Read more
Bottoms up and brushes up! At Paint By The Glass, a local professional artists will teach you how to paint your own work of art in less than three hours, while you enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres. Classes are fun and easy and great for both kids and adults.
Kenton County Public Library – William E. Durr
South > Southeast
Kenton County Public Library – William E. Durr
South > Southeast
The William E. Durr location of the Kenton County Public Library opened in January 2007. It is a 39,000 square-foot library, with 25,283 sq. ft. of public space. Features... Read more
The William E. Durr location of the Kenton County Public Library opened in January 2007. It is a 39,000 square-foot library, with 25,283 sq. ft. of public space. Features include a drive-through window, 2,000 sq. ft. meeting room, two study rooms, 15 station computer lab, 32 public access computers and a reading garden. The... Read More
Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County Main Library
Downtown
Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County Main Library
Downtown
The Main Library serves as the hub of the entire Library system as well as the “neighborhood library” for thousands of downtown workers and residents. With one of the... Read more
The Main Library serves as the hub of the entire Library system as well as the “neighborhood library” for thousands of downtown workers and residents. With one of the finest collections of materials among public libraries in the U.S., the Main Library attracts more than one million users annually. In addition to the standard... Read More
Mother of God Catholic Church
South > Riverfront
Mother of God Catholic Church
South > Riverfront
Constructed in 1870-1871 in the Italian Renaissance basilica design. The two signature clock towers, each 110’ tall, were added in 1875.
Constructed in 1870-1871 in the Italian Renaissance basilica design. The two signature clock towers, each 110’ tall, were added in 1875.
Spirit of Christmas
Downtown
Spirit of Christmas
Downtown
Wind through the Gateway Quarter, where you will visit churches of local and national significance. Share in history and traditions of the area. Visit St. Francis Seraph... Read more
Wind through the Gateway Quarter, where you will visit churches of local and national significance. Share in history and traditions of the area. Visit St. Francis Seraph Church, where patrons can view numerous nativity scenes from around the world, and a highly detailed Charles Dickens Village. St. Francis also hosts a full... Read More
Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum and Gift Shop
North
Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum and Gift Shop
North
Operated by the Glendale Heritage Preservation, the Museum is housed in the former Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad Depot built in 1880 to replace the original... Read more
Operated by the Glendale Heritage Preservation, the Museum is housed in the former Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railroad Depot built in 1880 to replace the original 1854 wooden structure which was leveled by fire. Viewdisplays that change three to four times a year. Watch a quick video and learn why Glendale is a historic... Read More
Play Library
Downtown
Play Library
Downtown
The Play Library is just like a regular library but instead of books, we lend toys and games! Designed for kids and adults ages 3 to 103, the Play Library's goal is to... Read more
The Play Library is just like a regular library but instead of books, we lend toys and games! Designed for kids and adults ages 3 to 103, the Play Library's goal is to connect families, friends, and communities through play.
Fort Ancient State Memorial
North
Fort Ancient State Memorial
North
The site includes 18,000 feet of earthen walls built 2,000 years ago by American Indians and a museum. Fort Ancient offers exploration and learning both indoors and out.... Read more
The site includes 18,000 feet of earthen walls built 2,000 years ago by American Indians and a museum. Fort Ancient offers exploration and learning both indoors and out. At the Fort Ancient Museum, visitors can look back at the three major technological themes of American Indian culture.
HighStreet
Downtown
HighStreet
Downtown
HighStreet is an award winning design studio and lifestyle store. They offer a large selection of furniture, fabrics, fragrance, fashion, antiques, gifts, and accessories...
HighStreet is an award winning design studio and lifestyle store. They offer a large selection of furniture, fabrics, fragrance, fashion, antiques, gifts, and accessories.
Cycling Backroads: Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
Cycling Backroads: Over-the-Rhine Tour
Downtown
This guided cycling adventure highlights historic buildings, restored homes, artist inspired murals, eclectic shops, cafes, restaurants, and theaters while broadening your... Read more
This guided cycling adventure highlights historic buildings, restored homes, artist inspired murals, eclectic shops, cafes, restaurants, and theaters while broadening your knowledge and appreciation of the heritage and culture that make this urban neighborhood a popular destination to visit and reside. Bike rental is available... Read More
Pendleton Art Center
Downtown
Pendleton Art Center
Downtown
The Pendleton Art Center works to encourage artists and the public by providing a supportive environment for creative artists, and exhibits, events and programs that raise... Read more
The Pendleton Art Center works to encourage artists and the public by providing a supportive environment for creative artists, and exhibits, events and programs that raise public awareness of and appreciation for the arts. The Center has three locations - the studios/exhibit space in downtown Cincinnati's Pendleton area on the... Read More
Glendower Historic Mansion
North
Glendower Historic Mansion
North
Located on a hill overlooking downtown Lebanon, Glendower is one of the finest examples of residential Greek Revival architecture found in Ohio. This historic mansion... Read more
Located on a hill overlooking downtown Lebanon, Glendower is one of the finest examples of residential Greek Revival architecture found in Ohio. This historic mansion was erected in 1845 and was given the name “Glendower” by its original owner, John Milton Williams, to honor the Welsh prince and hero Owen Glendower. The house... Read More
21c Museum Hotel
Downtown
21c Museum Hotel
Downtown
Located in the center of the action in downtown Cincinnati - adjacent to the Contemporary Arts Center and across the street from the Aronoff Center for the Arts – 21c... Read more
Located in the center of the action in downtown Cincinnati - adjacent to the Contemporary Arts Center and across the street from the Aronoff Center for the Arts – 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati is a 156-room boutique hotel, contemporary art museum and cultural civic center. The museum and hotel is located in the 100-year-old... Read More
