Top Things to do in The Cincinnati Region
Top Hotels in The Cincinnati Region
- 1. The Westin Cincinnati
- 2. Graduate Cincinnati
- 3. Hotel Covington Cincinnati Riverfront
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Newport / Cincinnati
- 5. 21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati
- 6. Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront
- 7. Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
- 8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Richwood Cincinnati South
- 9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Cincinnati Airport South-Florence
- 10. Drury Inn & Suites Cincinnati Sharonville
What to do and see in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region: The Best History Museums
Discover the best top things to do in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region including Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center, Comboni Mission Museum of Cultures, Cincinnati Museum Center, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Christian Waldschmidt Homestead, Creation Museum, Heritage Village Museum, Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum, James A. Ramage Civil War Museum, Harriet Beecher Stowe House.
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1. Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center
Overall Ratings
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.
2. Comboni Mission Museum of Cultures
3. 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
4. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Overall Ratings
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!
5. Christian Waldschmidt Homestead
6. Creation Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,254 reviews
Reviewed By stevesI9211XE - Hurricane, United States
Great exhibits, multiple theaters, good food at reasonable prices, a relaxing stroll through beautiful gardens and a pond, and a nice little petting zoo where they take great care of the animals,
7. Heritage Village Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Heritage Village Museum is a living history museum depicting life in Southwestern Ohio throughout the 19th Century. Homes, out-buildings and equipment on the museum grounds were moved here from other locations in the region to be preserved and aid in telling the story of our recent past. Interpreters at the museum provide the facts and stories that bring the Village to life with nostalgic glances of days gone by. Visit the museum for guided tours, or see our website or Facebook page for information about special events, summer camps, school and scout field trips. Tour prices and village hours vary--check our website or call before you come.
8. Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum
9. James A. Ramage Civil War Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By interceptpubs - Columbus, United States
In early September of 1862, Confederate General Henry Heth (who less than a year later would inadvertently start the Battle of Gettysburg) and his approximately 8,000 men were sent into northern Kentucky to threaten Cincinnati, then the sixth largest city in the United States. Union General Lew Wallace (who later in the war would effectively save Washington, D.C., from a Confederate attack in a remarkably similar situation and after the war would write the novel, Ben Hur) was charged with mounting a defense with minimal military resources. Wallace declared martial law, confiscated 16 steamboats and armed them, and set in motion the construction of a ring of about 30 earthwork fortifications in Ohio and northern Kentucky. The latter were largely built by forcibly conscripted black workers that came to be known as the "Black Brigade of Cincinnati," while Wallace sent out a call for volunteer militiamen from Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky to man the defenses. The Ohio volunteers became known as "Squirrel Hunters," eventually even getting "discharge" papers from the state that formally recognized them as such. When the Confederate troops arrived in the area, their scouts reported that Cincinnati was now heavily defended, leading them to abandon their efforts and return south. Of the 30 or so batteries built during this initial fortification effort, the sites of only a handful remain intact today. One of these is that of Battery Hooper, located on 17 acres whose last private owner bequeathed to a local university foundation many years ago for preservation purposes. This museum is housed in that former owner's house on the property which is located within feet of the hilltop site of the earthwork battery. The museum provides details of both the common soldiers and the commanders involved in this important period in Cincinnati and northern Kentucky history, as well as the history of the Fort Wright area and even pays homage to the woman who's forethought made the site's preservation and the museum possible. VIsitors can either tour the exhibits on their own or have a guided tour by one of the very friendly and knowledgeable staff members. We did the former and spent over an hour looking through the artifacts on display and reading all of the information presented - although we ended talking to the staff for quite a while as well. Admission is free, although we did buy several Civil War books (both new and used) that they had available for sale. If you have an interest in Civil War history or the history of Cincinnati and/or northern Kentucky, this museum is definitely worth a stop.
10. Harriet Beecher Stowe House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 33 reviews
The Harriet Beecher Stowe House is operated as a historical and cultural site, focusing on the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin who lived in Cincinnati for nearly 20 years and her legacy of humanity and social justice. 2019 public season runs through Sunday, December 1st. 2020 public season begins Saturday, February 1st.
