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 arts, culture and history.
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Riverside Food Tours: Roebling Point Tour
South > Riverfront
Riverside Food Tours: Roebling Point Tour
South > Riverfront
Do you love sightseeing, history and good food? Join us on our 3 hour Roebling Point Food and Culture tour for spectacular views of both sides of the Ohio River... Read more
Do you love sightseeing, history and good food? Join us on our 3 hour Roebling Point Food and Culture tour for spectacular views of both sides of the Ohio River including the riverfront murals. Be seated, served and treated like a VIP at 5 unique restaurants where we feast on generous servings of their best signature dishes,... Read More
Ohio County Historical Museum
West
Ohio County Historical Museum
West
Established in 1968, the Ohio County Historical Society opened the Rising Sun History Museum in 1972. Housed in a 19th century plow factory, most of the contents have been... Read more
Established in 1968, the Ohio County Historical Society opened the Rising Sun History Museum in 1972. Housed in a 19th century plow factory, most of the contents have been donated by Ohio County residents, their families, and friends. Displays focus on the 1800′s and early 20th century life and events. Included in the displays... 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
Drake Planetarium & Science Center
Uptown
Drake Planetarium & Science Center
Uptown
Drake Planetarium & Science Center has been providing science education since 1982 to children throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The Drake Planetarium's seating... Read more
Drake Planetarium & Science Center has been providing science education since 1982 to children throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The Drake Planetarium's seating capacity is 70 visitors per show and programs are available for audiences ranging from preschool age to senior citizens. During the school year, we offer... Read More
Tharp Dayton Heritage Museum
South > Riverfront
Tharp Dayton Heritage Museum
South > Riverfront
The museum archives and honors the history of Dayton, Kentucky dating back to the first settlers in 1779.
The museum archives and honors the history of Dayton, Kentucky dating back to the first settlers in 1779.
ArtWorks Mural Tour: Spirit of OTR
Downtown
ArtWorks Mural Tour: Spirit of OTR
Downtown
The Spirit of OTR walking tour is around a mile long and includes 10-12 murals in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood including: Mr.Tarbell Tips His Hat, The Golden Muse,... Read more
The Spirit of OTR walking tour is around a mile long and includes 10-12 murals in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood including: Mr.Tarbell Tips His Hat, The Golden Muse, Cincinnati’s Strongman: Henry Holtgrewe, and our brand new mural The Queen Shares from 2015’s CincyInk project. Learn the stories behind each mural and how they... Read More
World Peace Bell
South > Riverfront
World Peace Bell
South > Riverfront
You'll want to swing by Newport to visit the World Peace Bell: the largest, free-swinging bell in the world. Weighing in at 66,000 pounds and measuring 12 feet high and 12... Read more
You'll want to swing by Newport to visit the World Peace Bell: the largest, free-swinging bell in the world. Weighing in at 66,000 pounds and measuring 12 feet high and 12 feet wide, the bell was designed and cast by Cincinnati's own Verdin Bell Company, one of the largest bell-making companies in the world. Installed in 1999,... Read More
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Uptown
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
Uptown
The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has... Read more
The William Howard Taft National Historic Site commemorates the only man to serve as President and Chief Justice of the United States. The house that Taft was born in has been restored to its original appearance. A visit to the site includes a tour of the restored birthplace and four period rooms that reflect the family life... Read More
Brunch, Beer, & Breweries Tour
Downtown
Brunch, Beer, & Breweries Tour
Downtown
This 3-hour tour begins and ends at the Christian Moerlein MalthouseTap Room and includes a streetcar ride to and from the Moerlein Lager House near the river. While... Read more
This 3-hour tour begins and ends at the Christian Moerlein MalthouseTap Room and includes a streetcar ride to and from the Moerlein Lager House near the river. While at the Lager House, enjoy beer tastings, brunch and a tour before heading back to the Malthouse in Over-the-Rhine for additional tastings and tour of the brewery... Read More
Elementz
Downtown
Elementz
Downtown
Where street art meets street smart, Elementz is an urban oasis of hope and a catalyst of change for Cincinnati’s inner-city youth. What began as a way to get kids off the... Read more
Where street art meets street smart, Elementz is an urban oasis of hope and a catalyst of change for Cincinnati’s inner-city youth. What began as a way to get kids off the streets in 2001 has transformed into a thriving Urban Arts Center that fosters talent, ignites potential and inspires possibilities. Elementz helps build... Read More
Art On Symmes
North
Art On Symmes
North
High-quality, American-made artwork along with a boutique with classy and affordable apparel
High-quality, American-made artwork along with a boutique with classy and affordable apparel
Old St. Mary's Church
Downtown
Old St. Mary's Church
Downtown
On July the 3rd, 1842, St. Mary's Church was dedicated to God, under the title of the Annunciation, on which feast day the cornerstone was laid. It was the largest church... Read more
On July the 3rd, 1842, St. Mary's Church was dedicated to God, under the title of the Annunciation, on which feast day the cornerstone was laid. It was the largest church thus far erected in the Mississippi Valley, being 142 feet long, 66 feet wide, the tower reaching the height of 170 feet. The architectural style of St. Mary'... 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
Findlay Market
Downtown
Findlay Market
Downtown
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions. The Market is located just blocks from downtown in... Read more
Findlay Market is Ohio's oldest continuously operated public market and one of Cincinnati's most cherished institutions. The Market is located just blocks from downtown in Over-the-Rhine, a dense historic neighborhood rich in 19th century architecture. Open Tuesday through Sunday, Findlay Market is open year-around with three... Read More
Anderson Ferry
South > Southwest
Anderson Ferry
South > Southwest
The Anderson Ferry has been in continuous operation since 1817 has three Ferries, Boone 7, Little Boone and Deborah A. It is located about 8 miles west of downtown... Read more
The Anderson Ferry has been in continuous operation since 1817 has three Ferries, Boone 7, Little Boone and Deborah A. It is located about 8 miles west of downtown Cincinnati, providing the only automobile crossing between the I-71/75 Brent Spence Bridge and the I-275 West Bridge. The ferry has been in operation so long that a... Read More
Riverside Food Tours: Madison Avenue Tour
South > Riverfront
Riverside Food Tours: Madison Avenue Tour
South > Riverfront
Discover why people Lov the Cov! Treat yourself to a VIP experience every Sunday morning as we taste our way through the heart of this historic city, beginning at... Read more
Discover why people Lov the Cov! Treat yourself to a VIP experience every Sunday morning as we taste our way through the heart of this historic city, beginning at the chic boutique Hotel Covington. On our 3 hour culinary experience, we not only taste delicious food featuring global cuisine and "down home" Kentucky favorites... Read More
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
South
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
South
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) currently offers 175 daily departures with nonstop connections to 47 cities. CVG’s seven airline partners offer passengers... Read more
The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) currently offers 175 daily departures with nonstop connections to 47 cities. CVG’s seven airline partners offer passengers more non-stop flights than any other airport in the region, including direct international service to Paris, Toronto and Cancun. CVG is home to DHL’s North... 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
The Art House
South > Southeast
The Art House
South > Southeast
The Art House, the bigger picture, the whole, is in part an art business incubator, an art gallery, an artisan retail/gift shop, an arts education program, a community... Read more
The Art House, the bigger picture, the whole, is in part an art business incubator, an art gallery, an artisan retail/gift shop, an arts education program, a community arts center, and an artist collaborative focused on a singular mission: To provide equitable access to the arts and art opportunities to established, independent... Read More
Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater
Downtown
Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal's Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater features a five-story, 72-foot-diameter, tilted, domed screen that surrounds... Read more
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal's Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater features a five-story, 72-foot-diameter, tilted, domed screen that surrounds viewers with super-sized images and exceptional visual and audio quality. Visit website for specific showtimes and details.
Dearborn County Historical Society
West
Dearborn County Historical Society
West
Located in the historic Vance-Tousey House in downtown Lawrenceburg, the Dearborn County Historical Society offers a variety of services for visitors interested in the... Read more
Located in the historic Vance-Tousey House in downtown Lawrenceburg, the Dearborn County Historical Society offers a variety of services for visitors interested in the county's rich history, including genealogical research assistance, a restored log cabin and programs and special events on occasion.
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
Riverside Food Tours: Cincy Top Ten Tour
Downtown
Riverside Food Tours: Cincy Top Ten Tour
Downtown
Visiting Cincinnati? This budget friendly tour is for you! Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a... Read more
Visiting Cincinnati? This budget friendly tour is for you! Enjoy 5 mouth-watering dishes that Cincinnati is known for and visit the 10 must-see sites with a friendly local guide. How do we do it all? We hop aboard the Cincinnati Streetcar (all day pass included). When the tour concludes, you will have enjoyed a satisfying... Read More
Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Uptown
Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Uptown
The Harriet Beecher Stowe House is operated as an historical and cultural site, focusing on Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom's Cabin. The site also includes a... Read more
The Harriet Beecher Stowe House is operated as an historical and cultural site, focusing on Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of Uncle Tom's Cabin. The site also includes a look into the family, friends, and colleagues of the Beecher-Stowe family, Lane Seminary, and the abolitionist, womens rights and Underground Railroad movements... Read More
James A. Ramage Civil War Museum
South > Southwest
James A. Ramage Civil War Museum
South > Southwest
Battery Hooper, one of the few remaining Civil War defensive positions left in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, represents a time when the community came together in a... Read more
Battery Hooper, one of the few remaining Civil War defensive positions left in Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, represents a time when the community came together in a crisis. In September of 1862 -- 142 years ago this September --men, women, and children worked together to erect an eight-mile defensive line from Ludlow to... Read More
Visionaries and Voices Tri-county and Corner Gallery
North
Visionaries and Voices Tri-county and Corner Gallery
North
"Where outsider art is always in." V&V supports 130 artists in the two studios, presents major exhibits in the V&V Northside Gallery and Corner Gallery, conducts... Read more
"Where outsider art is always in." V&V supports 130 artists in the two studios, presents major exhibits in the V&V Northside Gallery and Corner Gallery, conducts Outreach services for artists unable to attend the studios, provides job coaching for artists employed outside the studios and is working with 12 of the most... Read More
The Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary's Seminary of the West
East
The Athenaeum of Ohio/Mount St. Mary's Seminary of the West
East
Founded in the early 1800s, Mount St. Mary's of the West is the third oldest Catholic seminary in the United States and the oldest Catholic seminary west of the... Read more
Founded in the early 1800s, Mount St. Mary's of the West is the third oldest Catholic seminary in the United States and the oldest Catholic seminary west of the Appalachian Mountains. The present day campus is made up of 76 acres surrounding an impressive granite stone building constructed in 1929. Inside the building you will... Read More
Whitewater Canal State Historic Site
West
Whitewater Canal State Historic Site
West
Discover how this 1840s feat of engineering changed Indiana from a pioneer outpost to the "Crossroads of America"
Discover how this 1840s feat of engineering changed Indiana from a pioneer outpost to the "Crossroads of America"
Taft Museum of Art
Downtown
Taft Museum of Art
Downtown
The Taft Museum of Art is one of the finest small art museums in America. A National Historic Landmark built in 1820, the Taft is home to an extensive art collection that... Read more
The Taft Museum of Art is one of the finest small art museums in America. A National Historic Landmark built in 1820, the Taft is home to an extensive art collection that includes European and American master paintings, Chinese porcelains, and European decorative arts. See major works by Rembrandt, Hals, Goya, Gainsborough,... Read More
The Covington Haunted & Historic Tour
South > Riverfront
The Covington Haunted & Historic Tour
South > Riverfront
Starting at the Baker-Hunt House, skilled guides share the controversy, neighborhood feuds and spirits that still haunt the mansions within this idealistic Northern... Read more
Starting at the Baker-Hunt House, skilled guides share the controversy, neighborhood feuds and spirits that still haunt the mansions within this idealistic Northern Kentucky community. Presented by American Legacy Tours.
Museum at the Friends Home
North
Museum at the Friends Home
North
Discover the history of early Quaker culture at the Friends Home Museum in Waynesville, Ohio's Quaker historical District. Originally constructed as a boarding house in... Read more
Discover the history of early Quaker culture at the Friends Home Museum in Waynesville, Ohio's Quaker historical District. Originally constructed as a boarding house in 1905, the Friends Home Museum features twenty-two rooms of exhibits, each highlighting a unique aspect of early Quaker life. Listed on the National Register of... Read More
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.
The Mini Microcinema
Downtown
The Mini Microcinema
Downtown
The Mini Microcinema is dedicated to showing film/video/media that breaks from standard cinematic convention. It is part of a community that celebrates the art of the... Read more
The Mini Microcinema is dedicated to showing film/video/media that breaks from standard cinematic convention. It is part of a community that celebrates the art of the moving image, both contemporary and historical, from both near and far. Programming consists of work created outside of mainstream production and distribution... Read More
William Arnold Log House
South > Southwest
William Arnold Log House
South > Southwest
It is located at 214 North Main St. behind the Baptist Church Circa 1811, was home of the founder of Williamstown. A handmade sign greets visitors as they walk in the door...
It is located at 214 North Main St. behind the Baptist Church Circa 1811, was home of the founder of Williamstown. A handmade sign greets visitors as they walk in the door.
Caza Sikes
Uptown
Caza Sikes
Uptown
Cincinnati's premiere gallery for fine art, fine craft, and exceptional, one-of-a-kind handmade pieces.
Cincinnati's premiere gallery for fine art, fine craft, and exceptional, one-of-a-kind handmade pieces.
Esquire Theatre
Uptown
Esquire Theatre
Uptown
The Esquire is located just north of Cincinnati in Clifton, at 320 Ludlow Ave. The Esquire shows foreign films, as well as small independent features. On Wednesday's only... Read more
The Esquire is located just north of Cincinnati in Clifton, at 320 Ludlow Ave. The Esquire shows foreign films, as well as small independent features. On Wednesday's only, patrons may purchase discounted movie tickets for $6 each. At that time, they will receive a coupon for a 20 percent discount at the participating area... Read More
Barn Quilt Trail of Boone County
South > Southwest
Barn Quilt Trail of Boone County
South > Southwest
Travel Boone County's scenic back roads and view more than 60 barn quilt boards. The Florence Woman's Club took on this project to delight travelers, provide public... Read more
Travel Boone County's scenic back roads and view more than 60 barn quilt boards. The Florence Woman's Club took on this project to delight travelers, provide public art, preserve local heritage, and to help our farmers with their agri-tourism projects. Visit www.BooneBarnQuilts.com for GPS coordinates of barn quilt locations... Read More
Kaleidoscope Stained Glass Studio
South > Riverfront
Kaleidoscope Stained Glass Studio
South > Riverfront
Step back in time as you stroll along Main Street of the historic Main Strasse Village (a bridge across the river from Cincinnati). At your final destination you will find... Read more
Step back in time as you stroll along Main Street of the historic Main Strasse Village (a bridge across the river from Cincinnati). At your final destination you will find an archive of beautiful old and new stained and art glass creations,where light transforms glass into brilliant sparkles of color. Pass through iron gates... Read More
Visual History Gallery
Uptown
Visual History Gallery
Uptown
Photographic and art gallery featuring work by local artists.
Photographic and art gallery featuring work by local artists.
Greater Cincinnati Police Museum
Downtown
Greater Cincinnati Police Museum
Downtown
Artifacts and records from two centuries of law enforcement in 600 communities of eight contiguous counties in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
Artifacts and records from two centuries of law enforcement in 600 communities of eight contiguous counties in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
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
Whitewater Valley Railroad
West
Whitewater Valley Railroad
West
Travel Through Time On Indiana's Most Scenic Railroad. The Whitewater Valley Railroad operates trains and special events throughout the year in Metamora Indiana, a... Read more
Travel Through Time On Indiana's Most Scenic Railroad. The Whitewater Valley Railroad operates trains and special events throughout the year in Metamora Indiana, a restored 1838 Canal Town.
U.S. Grant Boyhood Home
East
U.S. Grant Boyhood Home
East
Built in 1823 by Jesse and Hannah Grant, additions to the home were made in 1825 and 1828, and many more times after it was sold in 1840's. Slated for demolition in the... Read more
Built in 1823 by Jesse and Hannah Grant, additions to the home were made in 1825 and 1828, and many more times after it was sold in 1840's. Slated for demolition in the early 1980's, the property was saved by John and Judy Ruthven. Designated a National Historic Landmark, it was opened for visitors in 1982. Today, after... Read More
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
Lloyd Library and Museum
Downtown
Lloyd Library and Museum
Downtown
A collection covering medical botany, pharmacy, eclectic medicine, and horticulture.
A collection covering medical botany, pharmacy, eclectic medicine, and horticulture.
Art Academy of Cincinnati
Downtown
Art Academy of Cincinnati
Downtown
The Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) is a college of art and design whose mission is to create and sustain radical, forward-thinking, contemporary visual artists and... Read more
The Art Academy of Cincinnati (AAC) is a college of art and design whose mission is to create and sustain radical, forward-thinking, contemporary visual artists and designers. Located in the heart of Over-the-Rhine, the AAC is a hub of creativity, curiosity, energy, and collaboration. Its three galleries offer viewers changing... Read More
Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum
East
Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum
East
Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum is a 501c3 organization focused on the history of General Aviation and Air Transport. Visitors to the... Read more
Cincinnati Aviation Heritage Society & Museum is a 501c3 organization focused on the history of General Aviation and Air Transport. Visitors to the museum will learn about the history of Lunken Airport and other airports in the area dating back to the 1920’s. They will also learn about aircraft built in Cincinnati such... Read More
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Downtown
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and ... Read more
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is home to the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, and Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater. Originally opened in 1933 as the Union Terminal train station, the building is a national historic landmark and was renovated... 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
