Location: Cincinnati
Top Things to do in Cincinnati
10 Museums in Cincinnati That You Shouldn't Miss
Hilly Cincinnati boasts a thriving arts scene, major league sports teams, a world-class zoo and aquarium and a revitalized riverfront with shopping, clubs and restaurants. Located on the Ohio River in southwestern Ohio, Cinci claims more than 4,000 restaurants, and more chili restaurants than any other city in the world. Adrenaline-junkies will want to visit the nearby Kentucky Speedway and Paramount's Kings Island, home of the tallest and fastest wooden roller coaster in the world.
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1. Redtree Art Gallery and Coffee Shop
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Modern Metal Art Gallery by Nicholas Yust
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A public display of contemporary fine art from local and internationally renowned professional artists. Owner and resident artist Nicholas Yust of the Yust Gallery brings a new vision of contemporary fine art to Cincinnati. Nicholas Yust is an abstract metal artist and sculptor whose art is collected in over 40 countries worldwide. His work has been commissioned by many Fortune 500 companies and been featured on 6 television shows.
3. Greater Cincinnati Police Museum
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum is the only regional police museum in the country. We cover all Federal, State, Local, and Private agencies in South West Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Eastern Indiana, the safest place in the country to live.
Reviewed By bryanw742 - Falmouth, United States
took the family here recently. spent about an hour and a half there. not a huge museum, but still a very interesting stop. was given a personal tour by the retired officer who was very nice, patient, and informative. nice tribute to our heroes in blue. would recommend
4. Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Located at Cincinnati’s historic Union Terminal, the site where numerous Holocaust survivors arrived in Cincinnati to rebuild their lives, the museum examines this watershed moment through its local connection. Using innovative storytelling, interactive experiences, and genuine artifacts, visitors witness the strength and courage of the human spirit set against the backdrop of one of the darkest chapters in human history. The museum incorporates media, artifacts, art, and interactive exhibitions to share this history and its lessons. It also includes the Humanity Gallery where visitors explore moments, meeting individuals who activated their character strengths to become upstanders and bring change to our community and world.
Reviewed By avocet-o
The museum was informative and meaningful. Its reliance on anecdotes and personal stories from local survivors in the Cincinnati area strengthens the experience of learning about the horrific events of the Holocaust by adding local and personal connections. An excellent visit, and an important part of history explored.
5. Lucky Cat Museum
6. Cincinnati Museum Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,811 reviews
Visit cincymuseum.org for details on updates regarding the museums, programs, events, hours and more!
Reviewed By jwrw919
What do you like to see at a this is not a artist display per say but there is art here too. There are nature displays past and present. There are historical displays some years to long ago Natural science to modern science. There is a cave area with dinasaurs and the ice age There are special displays too. The kids area has climbing,water play and crafts too. Yes there is food too. And don't forget the 360 movies
7. Cincinnati Art Museum
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4.5 based on 1,072 reviews
One of the most prestigious art museums in the country, with over 100,000 works of art, this grandiose building atop an Eden Park hill, is well-known for its 19th-century European and American paintings, but also contains numerous other works including an outstanding pottery gallery.
Reviewed By Go785432
Terrific Museum with diverse collection. It's an excellent way to spend an afternoon wandering and discovering.
8. Taft Museum of Art
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4.5 based on 368 reviews
Built in 1820 by Martin Baum, a merchant and Cincinnati's first millionaire, the house is a registered National Historic Landmark. The House was the home of Cincinnati's leading citizens for several generations. Among them was arts patron Nicholas Longworth, who hired African-American painter Robert S. Duncanson to paint eight landscape murals considered one of the finest suites of domestic murals dating from before the Civil War. Iron magnate David Sinton, father of museum co-founder Anna Sinton Taft, bought the house in 1871. He lived there with Anna, his only surviving child, and her husband, Charles Phelps Taft. The Taft's began to assemble a renowned collection of fine and decorative arts--items acquired not only for their beauty but also to teach and inspire, thus helping their community grow culturally and economically. In 1908, William Howard Taft--younger half-brother of Charles Phelps Taft--accepted his party's nomination for the U.S. presidency from the house's portico.
Reviewed By rons320 - New York City, United States
Absolutely wonderful! A small private collection of the Tafts located in their formed mansion showing their personal taste. A Rembrandt and three Halses are definite highlights but the collection ranges from Corneille de Lyon to Dutch painters (de Hoogh, ter Borch, Steen) to Goya, Turner, Corot and Sorolla. A couple of good Sargents, the portrait of Robert Louis Stevenson being one of them, and an interesting painting by Henry F. Farny. Excellent!
9. Pendleton Art Center
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4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By JTET - Chelsea, United States
Final Friday was a blast! All 8 floors of unique artists are fantastic. Bring your walking shoes and wallet you will be buying something. One of the best booths in the place is Mark Wavra 207 a must see.
10. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
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4.5 based on 1,015 reviews
Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as the nation's newest monument to freedom. It brings to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the world and throughout history, including today.
Reviewed By CharlieV2011 - Chicago, United States
I had a great educational experience at this museum. I really like that one of the first exhibits is one that provides information on a variety of ways people become victims of slavery and the different types of slavery (labor and human trafficking). The museum then goes into slavery in Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and mostly America. I really enjoyed reading the detailed information on the various individuals that took action and advocated for the end of slavery. Overall, the experience was educational and enjoyable!
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