Digital Artist Stacey Catanzaro creates unique pieces of Cincinnati blended with the styles of…read moregreat artists. My eye caught her print of the Queen City's skyline and Roebling Bridge painted in the style of Van Gogh's "Starry Night." It is a gorgeous spin on a classic, plus something wonderfully local. She also has works featuring Findlay Market, Great American Ball Park, and other Cincinnati icons. Portraits of Stacey's work are somewhat pricey, ranging to upwards of several hundred dollars. She does offer smaller sized postcards for $3.00 or $5.00, if you're looking to share a print with someone back home. Stacey Cat can be found at local pop-up markets and her weekend booth at Findlay Market.

We arrived on Wed 5/19/21 during regular business hours and no one was…read more there to help us. We struggled to finally find a parking space around the block.We also tried calling the phone number listed on the board at the entrance to no avail ,window shades were drawn. If they were possibly closed due to Covid there was no indication of notice. It was a great disappointment ,especially with the hassel of finally parking. Hopefully not to many people have to go thru what we did!!

The Betts House is a small museum tucked away in the West End, just off of Central Avenue. Clark…read moreStreet looks like it is miles away from Downtown Cincinnati, with its Italianate houses and gigantic canopy of oak trees. This part of town looks like it's straight out of a New England movie, with historic houses to boot. The Betts House is the oldest house in Cincinnati and Ohio, erected in 1804, just one year after Ohio became a state. The Betts family originally owned several blocks of land on the West End, but as generations passed, Cincinnati expanded and plots of land were split. Surprisingly, when the Betts lived here, the West End was considered rural. Just two stories tall and consisting of eight rooms, the house chronicles the history of the Betts family and the evolution of the West End in the permanent upstairs exhibit. Downstairs features a rotating exhibit, currently which is about the New Madrid Earthquake in 1811. The earthquake was felt here in Cincinnati and caused extensive damage to the Betts' kitchen. Sounds pretty cool, so why only three stars? During my visit, a mother brought her toddler to visit one of the docents. Their conversation could be heard loudly throughout the house, even when I was on the second floor and they were downstairs. The toddler was screaming and crawling all over the place. The docent didn't seem to mind that she was getting weird looks from myself and a few of the other guests. That being said, please do not bring children to the Betts House. It's a museum for adults or mature youth. Most of the exhibit features text and diagrams which are much too complex for anyone under age 10. Also, since there is a lot of reading, excessive noise and talking disturbs other patrons. Lastly, when I went upstairs to view the Betts Family exhibit, the room featured a few posterboards propped up on the floor. They weren't on stands or affixed to the wall like a normal museum. I actually had to kneel to read the end of the paragraphs. As a historical landmark, the Betts House is worth a look. The presentation at the museum, on the other hand, I could go either way. Cost per person: $2.00 Viewing Time: 1 hour Tips: - Ample, free street parking - Not handicapped accessible, as it is preserved as a historic house. - Check out the neighboring house with a placard, where the Gamble Family once resided.

The DAAP Galleries' art shows are awesomely curated and free to the public -- what's not to like?…read moreThey're on level 4 or 5 of the DAAP building (I always get lost). Ask an undergrad if you can't find your way.

Wonderful variety of amazing art and artists. Your one-shop stop for jewelry, Knick knacks,…read morephotography, local paintings, mixed media, abstract art. Friendly service. Great value! A necessary stop in when in the area

We love any place that presents mostly local artists in a cool spot. Gallery OTR has a revolving…read morecollection of different forms of art: photography (some great Cincinnati images in particular), painting, and even sculpture depending on the rotation. There is something for all tastes, be it contemporary, to traditional. We have visited usually on the weekends and enjoy interacting with the owner who comes from a mostly photography background, and really love his dog that usually sits on a pillow but is always happy to say hi and let you pet him. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and not stuffy like some galleries. So, whether you are looking to spruce up your walls or buy a nice gift for someone special, consider checking out Gallery OTR. If you are worried about parking, the garage on 12th and Vine around the corner is not only covered but one of the lowest cost in the city. We often find street parking nearby too.

Wonderful gallery in the Over-The-Rhine district in downtown Cincinnati. We just happened to wander…read morein after eating around the corner and were pleased with the eclectic mix of sculpture, prints, and paintings by local artists. Mark the owner was super-helpful and even recommended other galleries in the area to us. We returned later, bought a large print and he was even willing to ship it to us.

Known for her "Happy Cincinnati" scenes, Carol Abbott paints vibrant portraits of Queen City…read morelandmarks from her gallery in the Pendleton Art Center. With pictures from water towers, to Eden Park, Union Terminal, Roebling Bridge, Devou Park, The Observatory, Taft Museum and many other notable neighborhoods, Abbott captures Cincinnati in a brush stroke. Her artwork includes both urban and suburban features, displaying a wide variety of the community. In addition to landmarks, Abbott paints commissioned works of resident houses. Set up an appointment, make a down payment, and Carol will come sketch and colorize your humble abode. This makes for a wonderful, unique gift for friends, family, and newly weds. Cincinnati Home Portrait can be found during Final Fridays at the Pendleton Art Center in Over The Rhine. 8x10: $100.00 12x16: $350.00 16x20: $400.00 4'x5': $700.00 Some prints available starting at $20.00

A small space, mostly underground, but quiet and clean. It's free to look around, and though I…read morereceived a brief greeting, by and large there weren't people around when I was there. I stumbled upon an intriguing exhibit which amounted to a Punch and Judy show-style response to antisemitism. It was a bit out there, but in substance was less tone-deaf than some of the other exhibits I've been to. There's also the simple value of having restrooms, air conditioning, and water available on a hot summer day. Exhibits will vary, but I think this is likely to be a stop that is more than worth the short amount of time you're likely to spend on it.

Wonderful way to feature artists. Need to take the time to go downstairs - don't just look at the…read moreshow on the street level! Love the way Cincinnati supports the arts!

Incredible. Everyone should have to view an experience like this…read more I really enjoyed the way that the exhibit is laid out. You start with an introductory film. Then you walk through an interactive(ish) area that tells the history and some personal stories (with a Cincinnati connection). The most unique aspect of the exhibit was the interactive AI room where you could ask a survivor questions and get responses. It was really interesting to ask a variety of questions and get uniquely personal answers (apparently based on hours of interview footage with the real individuals). The last part of the museum focuses on civil and human rights post holocaust. It gave examples of being "upstanders" and gives a call to action. Overall, an amazing place to visit where we learned about new perspectives.

We went to see the "Not Long Ago. Not Far Away." exhibit that was in town for a couple more weeks…read more I was very impressed with the experience from start to finish. Check in was a breeze. They handed out the listening devices, explained how to use them, and gave a few suggestions on how to not just stay in a cluster of people. The Auschwitz exhibit was very moving and all the people going through it were quiet and respectful throughout.