10 Museums in The Cincinnati Region That You Shouldn't Miss

June 23, 2021 Diedre Savory

Discover the best top things to do in The Cincinnati Region, The Cincinnati Region including Vent Haven Museum, Greater Cincinnati Police Museum, Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center, Haile Digital Planetarium, Lucky Cat Museum, The Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum, Comboni Mission Museum of Cultures, Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Art Museum, Gaines Tavern History Center.
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1. Vent Haven Museum

33 W Maple Ave, Fort Mitchell, KY 41011-2616 +1 859-341-0461 http://www.venthavenmuseum.com
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Vent Haven Museum

Reviewed By tumbleweedchris - Asheville, United States

It's a shame that Vent Haven doesn't have more reviews. It's one of the more unique museums I have seen, and I have seen a lot of unusual museums around the world. It takes a little planning as you need to request a tour in advance, but it is well worth the small effort. The museum curator gives you a personal tour of the three buildings onsite. There are nearly 1000 dummies waiting to be discovered. They all have their own story, personality, and history. The profession is one with an interesting past, present, and future. I had a lot of fun here and learned a bunch of stuff I didn't know before. It takes about an hour, give or take how many questions you ask. This is well worth the $10 per person donation and is one of my favorite quirky museums in America. There are plans for a bigger facility and I look forward to seeing this museum grow. It deserves it. Make a plan and go visit Vent Haven.

2. Greater Cincinnati Police Museum

308 Reading Rd 2nd Floor, Cincinnati, OH 45202-1345 +1 513-300-3664 [email protected] http://www.police-museum.org
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Greater Cincinnati Police Museum

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

3. Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center

1301 Western Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45203 +1 513-487-3055 [email protected] http://www.holocaustandhumanity.org/
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center

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.

4. Haile Digital Planetarium

1 Nunn Drive, Northern Kentucky University Science Center 409, Highland Heights, KY 41076 +1 859-572-5600 [email protected] http://planetarium.nku.edu
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Northern Kentucky University's Haile Digital Planetarium is dedicated to outreach programs with the general public, local schools, and community organizations. Every year the planetarium is visited by thousands of P-12 students and adults. Visit our website to see our special events and public shows, and contact us at [email protected] to schedule a show for your own group.

5. Lucky Cat Museum

2511 Essex Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45206-1918 +1 513-633-3923 http://www.manekinekomuseum.com
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Lucky Cat Museum

6. The Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum

940 Cochran Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY 41075 +1 859-572-1225 http://ftthomas.org/renaissance/military-museum/
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The Fort Thomas Military and Community Museum

Reviewed By charlesbC6079KL

Fort Thomas was an active military base from 1890 until 1950. Thereafter it housed an Army Reserve unit, VA Nursing Home, and Selective Service induction center. The water tower has been turned into a monument to the 6th Infantry which served in the Spanish American War. The museum tells this story and much more about how the post and the nearby community interacted. Need about an hour to tour unless you getting talking to the staff and then the time flies.

7. Comboni Mission Museum of Cultures

1318 Nagel Rd, Anderson, OH 45255-3283 +1 513-474-4997 http://combonimissionaries.org
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Comboni Mission Museum of Cultures

8. Cincinnati Museum Center

1301 Western Ave Union Terminal, Cincinnati, OH 45203-1138 +1 513-287-7000 [email protected] http://www.cincymuseum.org
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4.5 based on 1,811 reviews

Cincinnati Museum Center

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

9. Cincinnati Art Museum

953 Eden Park Dr In Eden Park, Cincinnati, OH 45202-1557 +1 513-721-2787 http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.org/
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4.5 based on 1,072 reviews

Cincinnati Art Museum

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.

10. Gaines Tavern History Center

150 Old Nicholson Rd, Walton, KY 41094-9700 +1 859-485-4383 http://www.cityofwalton.org/content/gaines-house
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Gaines Tavern History Center

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