Cincinnati Art Museum
About Cincinnati Art Museum
If you LOVE art, or just love to be inspired by great works, then a trip to the Cincinnati Art Museum might just be for you!
This impressive museum features an unparalleled art collection of more than 60,000 works that spans 6,000 years of art history. Not only can children who visit see a number of different forms of art, from paintings to sculptures, but they can also enjoy an educational experience in history, and cultures from all around the world
There is an extensive African art collection, with a focus on central and west Africa (with the collection dating back to 1890!), and you can also explore one of the oldest Asian art collections in the entire US! There are over 5,000 objects from China, Indian, Tibet, Korea and more, with Neolithic pottery, Buddhist sculptures and enamel included in the collection.
The Cincinnati Art Museum has been collecting fashion and textiles since 1881, with over 15,000 objects - some from pioneering American fashion designers, as well as an important collection of Native American Art, and even musical instruments that spam 400 years, representing over 30 musical cultures!
In fact, the musical instrument collection is one of the most important collections of its kind in the WORLD!
In addition to displaying its own broad collection, the Cincinnati Art Museum also hosts several national and international traveling exhibitions each year, so you can always plan your next visit around something new to see!
From Islamic Art, to contemporary, to photography, prints and more, the Cincinnati Art Museum is an inspiring and creative day out in Ohio's capital!
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Suggest editHow much does it cost?
Suggest editAdults General Admission is Free! (Special exhibits $12)
Children General Admission is Free! (Special exhibits $6)
Free Under 5 years for special exhibits
Last Update 2023
Discount Seniors and Student discounts / Special exhibitions are free for all from 5pm - 8pm Thursdays
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Cincinnati Art Museum FAQ’s
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Cincinnati Art Museum?
The Terrace Cafe is a great place to sit back, relax and grab some drinks, food or snacks, including soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in their collection.
Any top tips when visiting?
Keep an eye on the special exhibitions that they hold, because they are temporary and are not to be missed!
Does Cincinnati Art Museum have a gift shop?
There is a Museum Shop open museum hours where you can pick up a host of gifts and souvenirs related to the museum and it's exhibits!
Teachers corner
Led by our well-trained volunteer docents or museum educators, guided tours of the museum bring to life the rich permanent collection and stellar special exhibitions for school students who visit - there is a request form on their website!
Does Cincinnati Art Museum have healthy eating or Vegan options?
You'll find plenty of healthy options at the cafe
Is Cincinnati Art Museum fully accessible?
The museum is accessible to ALL guests! Accessible parking is available in our east parking lot, just past the main visitor parking lot and entrance. The museum provides wheelchairs free of charge, and the DeWitt entrance has a wheelchair accessible ramp and automatic doors. Elevators are available for use throughout the museum.
Any additonal information?
Stroller entry is available via the Dewitt Entrance, on the east side of the museum, near the accessible parking. Kids are encouraged to visit! The museum hosts family-friendly programs too, so check them out!
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