"..... The Art Museum enjoys a rich Cincinnati history and transforms for the 21st century". In the late 19th century, public art museums were still very much a new phenomenon, especially as far west as Cincinnati. Following the success of the 1876 Centennial Exhibition held in Philadelphia, the Women's Art Museum Association was organized in Cincinnati with the intent of bringing such an institution to the region for the benefit of all citizens. Enthusiasm for these goals grew steadily and by 1881 the Cincinnati Museum Association was incorporated. Just five years later, in May 1886, a permanent art museum building was completed in Eden Park and was heralded worldwide as a "The Art Palace of the West".
By the turn of the 21st century, the Art Museum's collection numbered over 60,000 objects and, today, is the largest in the state of Ohio. In 2003, the Cincinnati Art Museum deepened its ties with the Greater Cincinnati community by opening the popular and expansive Cincinnati Wing, the first permanent display of a city's art history in the nation. In addition, on May 17, 2003, the Art Museum eliminated general admission fees forever, made possible by the Lois and Richard Rosenthal foundation.
In 2006, the Art Museum marked its' 125th anniversary with 125 days of programs and events for the community to celebrate. As this Writer walked through the Art Museum I was so very much impressed by the beauty in the displays and the magnificence of those displays for anyone who comes to visit. Thus, this Writer observed certain policies as regards the use of the camera within the confines of those displays within the Art Museum. This Writer was careful to have verified that he had complied in every way with the policies of the Art Museum. Since our main function, as a web site, is to educate everyone in regard to the historical values and the significance of these historical sites in our communities, --- we have also been informed as we interpret (written policy),---enabled to show the magnificence of this Museum of Art location to you.....
"The main entrance into the Cincinnati Musuem of Art as is located in beautiful Eden Park and its' obvious elegance"
"The impressions of a grandiose lobby in the Museum of Art causes you to be well aware of presence with historical value"
"The second level in the Museum of Art is magnificent and impressive as you walk around and view the various entrys"
"Displays of pottery and various creations in ancient history"
"Displays of various assorted and impressive art as assembled"
"The gift shop in the main entry lobby is very impressive and the forms of Egyptian art symbolize worldwide diversity and elegance"
Visitors can enjoy the exhibitions or participate in the Art Museum's wide range of art-related programs, activities and special events. The general admission is always free for all, plus Art Museum members receive additional benefits. The Art Museum is open six days a week, making greater Cincinnati's most treasured cultural asset accessible to everyone. The Cincinnati Art Museum is supported by the generosity of individuals and businesses that give annually to the fine arts fund. The Ohio Arts Council helped fund the Cincinnati Art Museum with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and current role enrichment for all Ohioans. The Cincinnati Art Museum gratefully acknowledges its' operating support from those within the community in a wonderful manner. See our Gallery of Photos as well, for more pictures as are displayed in this web site... This Writer encourages everyone to visit this Art Museum....
More Cincinnati Art Museum photos can be found in the Gallery Photos!
