Cincinnati Art Museum Reviews

This was a fun free trip. definitely going to come back. I would like to research the artwork and then come back. I’m sure it would make it more note worthy. One of the staff generously threw us a fun fact while looking at some art work. Made it more interesting. Would love to go through with a group tour maybe. I took off one star just because I was completely lost on where to go and most of the staff didn’t seem to enthusiastic about being there. 😕

We've been frequent visitors to Cincinnati over the last several years and always make an effort to visit the Art Museum. It is a classic. The building itself is beautiful - a bit of a mash up outside, but elegant and welcoming inside - a great place to view art. The rooms are gorgeous and include details that make even the walls interesting. There is a strong emphasis on the long tradition of fine art and artists spawned in Cincinnati that adds historical context to the beautful collection. The cafe is first rate, and the setting in Eden Park just adds to the experience. Put it on your list!

We loved this museum! I was surprised that it is free admission! They could charge, the works they have are worth it! I couldn't believe they had a Van Gogh! So much variety and nicely organized. Highly recommend.

Beautiful building that contains a plethora of priceless works of art from ancient to contemporary. The admission was free as well as the parking. The staff at the front desk was very friendly and informed me on current exhibits and even asked me what my favorite type of art was so I could locate it better. The museum map wasn't helpful as it didn't label any of the exhibits or rooms based on art, only gallery numbers. The museum store wasn't anything special and I didn't find anything worth purchasing. However the artwork in the museum was so fascinating and it even included Cincinnati based art which was a surprise to me. Overall, it's a must-see for anyone visiting Cincinnati or even any local.

Went to see the Terra Cotta Warriors, which was an excellent display. Had been too long since I was at the museum, and thoroughly enjoyed the other galleries. It seems to go on forever. Well worth the trip!

Always a delight! The exhibits are always great, but frankly my favorite part is just to sit and take in historic beauty of this gorgeous place. Amazing.

I went with the hopes of seeing Charlie Harper paintings. I thought they had a permanent collection since he was from the area. No such luck, but did enjoy the rest of the museum. The gift shop was one of the best.

Something for everyone, although not much contemporary - 3rd floor apparently has been closed for > a year and while there's some, that's clearly not the focus. Free admission, free parking, but I paid for the 'food impressionism' exhibit and am glad I did. There are plenty of 'major artists' here from the say 1870-1920 period if put a 50 year time frame to the most important era - but really there's just so much to see - budget 3 hours at least if you really enjoy art from most eras, cultures. The only drawbacks are a slightly confusing layout (once things get to this size, that tends to be the case) and the fact that it's very popular - which sometimes means kids that are bored and thus maybe acting out a little, and the occasional screaming baby - that was a bit much - but this is a big place - just jump to something else until they've moved on.

I went with my husband & older brother who is an artist himself. You are met with spectacular & eye-catching outdoor sculptures & artistic displays which is enough to get you thinking & excited with what the museum has to offer.
Wasn’t expecting much since it’s a mid size museum compared to the others I have been to.
I was surprised with the impressive representation & display of art work from all the renowned artist I know. There were paintings from Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Chagall, Picasso, Pissarrio, Cezanne, Matisse & Rothko. Ancient, African,American, Asian, European,Islamic,Modern & Contemporary Art.

It’s FREE entrance and oh so worth the visit!

We were in Cincinnati to go to the Cincinnati Museum Center and we decided to stop by the Art Museum. We had a wonderful lunch in the courtyard of teh Terrace Cafe and tiook in some beautiful art

I'm not really one for art museums until I saw Burning Man was coming to this museum. An incredible experience and I actually enjoyed all of the other exhibits as well.
Cons: lack of parking

It’s worth a visit if you’re able to tolerate the parking nightmare (some of which is further complicated by construction). We spent about 15 min trying to park. The museum is free. Ideally, you need 2-3 hrs to take in this gem. The Burning Man exhibit was very interesting and gives you an appreciation for seeing this creativity in person.

We decided to go here on a whim, and it was cool. I liked the calligraphy most. I usually don't see Islamic art, and so I loved that too.

Its collection of over 60,000 works spanning 6,000 years of human history make it one of the most comprehensive collections in the Midwest. So it had some wonderful artefacts from ancient history and some lovely works by local artists over the past 200 years which is a nice touch.

The terracotta warriors were amazing to see, staff were very helpful and friendly. They even had lockers for me to store my backpack.

The Cincinnati art museum has a great collection and I really enjoyed the docent tour lead by Elaine. I learned so much about Greek Pottery and the designs. also, I learned that Cincinnati had rival women lead pottery companies, the more famous being Rookwood.There are also other local artists featured like Frank Duvenek. and in late March and April, they had a very interesting Video and music exhibit. The price is right too. It is free!

Cincinnati Art Museum is among the best in the nation but showcases artists who came from the area. You will find all the big names here including a unique Cezanne still life where he uses a totally different color scheme than most of his other works. Gerome’s famous “The Slave Market” hangs beside other fabulous French masters. Diego Rivera painted a portrait in the style of Modigliani and it’s amazing to see his style but also that of Modigliani in the art.

American art is especially strong with 2 exquisite Sargents, Homer, Benson, Ossawa Tanner, Blum and Chase! The local artists include Duveneck, Norse and Lord. Duveneck has a dozen masterful painting in the same room. Lord and Norse, both women artists, have stellar works next door. These are artists you won’t find elsewhere but their work is as good as more famous artists. I’m so glad I came here and had the privilege of seeing these.

Stop and enjoy this classy museum. It’s the best thing you can do in town. I only with they had more postcards of their collection in the gift shop. I would have bought them all.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is surprising quite expansive. On the second floor, one can wander through the rooms filled with ancient to contemporary art for several hours. When we visited in June, there was a special exhibit of the terra-cotta soldiers from China.

We visited the museum on my vacation this month and it was an informative and beautiful trip. I called yesterday to ask about a painting I needed more information on and Amber answered the phone. Even though she was busy, she took my phone number and returned my call in a timely matter with the information I needed. 5 stars to Amber for her kindness and help. I will certainly return to the museum for another visit.

This is a wonderful museum to visit with your grandchildren. The admission and parking are both free. The exhibits are exquisite, and the art room for children is well stocked for imaginative, creative play. I have many art projects my grandsons have brought home from our visits to the art museum. This is a Cincinnati gem!

My husband and I went yesterday to check out the special exhibit and decided to check out the rest of the museum. The place is massive! I had no idea how large the building was or of all the amazing pieces it houses. The museum is free but we did pay for the special exhibit. Tickets for the special exhibit were available at a discount online. We spent 3 hours and I feel like we rushed our way through. I would love to go back and spend more time exploring.

We went to the Cincinnati Art Museum to see the Chinese Terra Cotta Statues from China. Totally awesome to see. If you have never been to China to see them, then a visit will take your breath away. Beautiful and original items from The Legacy of the First Emperor of China, Jewlery, pieces of roofs, statues, bells that was used for parades and ceremones and protective fighting gear.The cost was well worth it since we were able to purchase senior tickets.You can get in free on Thursday evening . I have not been to the museum since I was a little child and took a tour around the museum. Beautiful, peaceful and beyond words. If you are a visitor to our city, then stop for and extra hour and see our art museum.It's a must see

The Terra Cotta Army exhibit is fascinating! Loved the rest of the exhibits! We did not expect to see such beautiful paintings and works of art throughout the building. Highly recommended to see if you’re in the area!

We saw the Burning Man exhibit. It was very interesting. The mushroom type displays were very impressive.

The Burning Man exhibit is in town until September 2, 2019. It's free and gives insight to what is going on in Nevada each year. The exhibit is dispersed through out the Art Museum which gives you easy access to all there is to offer and some of burning man is interactive. Lunch is available and parking is free also.

We approached the museum from Eden Park; it was quite a climb on a steep incline. I wasn't prepared for that, as I have back issues that make inclines difficult. Once at the top, we could then enter the actual museum. The museum is free (only ticketed exhibits have a fee). There is a beautiful Chihuly piece right in the main lobby/rotunda area. We had lunch in the cafe, since it was 1:00 pm and we'd been out all day already. The food was good, but felt a bit overpriced for what we got. The museum itself has lovely architectural features and was well laid-out.

Great! Saw the Terracotta army exhibit and loved it! Very nice art museum! I love the gift shop there as well!

We’ve been a few times, each time during a family oriented event. The CAM hosts story time each Wednesday at 11:30 and the last Wednesday each month there is an event for little ones between 10-12. There are also family events on Saturday and Sunday at 2. We’ve really enjoyed the Wednesday events so far, and both kids enjoy the REC room.
We’ve never been through the entire museum, but it holds a wide-variety of paintings, sculptures, and other features. It’s tough to look at everything with a 3 year old! Mine has no patience.
I’d really enjoy strolling through it on my own, or with the big kid.
It’s free to visit; parking is free as well!

Liking for a place is not absolute but contextual. Midwest is not known for art collection. So when you come across an art gallery that houses Picasso and Vincent van Gogh, you certainly develop a liking for it. This art gallery showcases some decent collection of European, Middle Eastern, Asian, and American art. The layout is not as convenient as some major art galleries around the world so you might need some help from ushers if you are visiting for the first time and trying to find a piece of work from the artist you admire. It is definitely worth a visit if you’re in Cincy.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is a great art museum that carries a large variety of art. The museum has pieces from the classics and modern artists as well. Further, the building itself is very beautiful and a nice aesthetic experience that will heal your soul in the middle of a bustling city. The Cincinnati Art Museum has a large feature on the glass work that was made in Cincinnati and the greater Ohio area. This unique glassware collection is worth a visit for its local artistry.

This museum was amazing, its so big and consist of so many things. My favorite room was where they have symbols of different countries in Africa. I’m from Guinea so i could relate to the head and shoulders D’mba. Its a symbol i have seen since i was a kid, it was on the money of the country. So i really like that part of the museum. Also got to see plenty other stuff which was great. Overall great museum and i would recommend it to Anyone that loves Art.

The Museum is wonderful anytime, but I particularly like the Art After Dark Friday nights and we went this past Friday. There are sculpture pieces and food trucks outside, which we didn't do this time. Inside, we visited the special exhibit, Art Deco Bedroom by Joseph Urban, and wandered through the portrait gallery on the second floor. Free parking. Beautiful view and wonderful art! It made for a very enjoyable evening.

We were excited to see the Mad Magazine exhibit and the array of Rookwood Pottery. We were very impressed with the rest of the Museum as well.

The venue defines the art, and the beautiful art compliments the venue. Thoughtful and thought provoking. A quiet spectre of wonder.

The art museum is magnificent. The Terracotta soldiers from China were very worth the trip from SC. knowing the history and wanting to see the army in China but knowing we won't make the trip now in our 70s, having them come here was a delight. the 4000bc yr old mask, bronze and gold pcs, the life size horses and men's armor were in beautiful condition. the paintings and furniture, tiffanys,WOW. you can take pictures, eat lunch, and shop. A grand place to spend hours.

The Cincinnati art museum is great. They have many art displays to see. The museum will take a few hours to get through the whole thing but it’s well worth it. At one point they had the terra-cotta soldiers on display but that was only a temporary display.

We stopped at the Cincinnati Art Museum to see the exhibit on the Terracotta Army. The exhibit was excellent and we learned a lot about the first emperor. The rest of the museum was fairly standard for an art museum but it did have some really cool items like Andy Warhol's Campbell Soup painting. Definitely worth a stop.

We've been here before, but always enjoy our visits! Had lunch today too. We visited the 3rd floor for the first time today

The previous director tried too hard to be innovative and in the process undermined strengths of the collection and its representativeness of world art. Now the silly tunnel entrance hall has been dismantled. The ancient galleries are reinstalled. Congratulations to the curators. It’s a great place to spent some hours and done too.

To be clear the Burning Man exhibit will not be completed until June 7th I believe. However, the opportunity to see both Paris 1900 and parts of the Burning Man exhibit should not be missed. Paris 1900 continues until May12, 2019, so make the best of it and see both. The Paris 1900 exhibit is one of the better exhibits that the museum has had in recent years but do remember that that is an extra $12/adult and $6/senior fee if you wish to see it. If you are a Cincinnati Art Museum member such exhibits are free. The rest of the permanent exhibits are free as well as the Burning Man exhibit. It would be easy to spend the majority of the day there if you wish. I decided to spring for a membership so that I can see as much or as little as I want depending on how I feel. As a member you can always go back anytime. I have also discovered areas of the museum I have really never seen before. That’s a happy discovery indeed.

Love this Museum, very well thought out. The Exhibits are really interesting and thought provoking. Enjoyed the Terra Cotta Warriors and McCloskey exhibits. Beautiful building and grounds.

We wanted to see the Terracotta Warriors exhibit while we were in Ohio. What an amazing exhibit as well as museum. We truely enjoyed all types of art from abstract to living art. There were many special exhibits at this time. The price was amazing and the staff could not have been better. What a wonderful day trip if times always.

I've visited this wonderful museum twice now and will undoubtedly do so again one of the next times that my wife and I go to Cincinnati for a concert, opera, or to shop at Jungle Jim's. It's collection is large and of world class quality. It is one of the those art museums that deserves to be better known. It is also free. A word of advice: do not rely on a GPS to get you there. The first time we tried to find the museum with the GPS it led us around in a large spiral. I don't think we'd have found it at all if not for stopping and asking directions, and we might have missed the Hillary Hahn concert that we went there to see. We used a city map when we returned there a few years later.

This is a very good art museum with a range of traditional paintings in various styles, including Dutch, American, English. There are Van Gogh, Pissaro, and Manet on display. There is a cafe in the building. The art museum is in Eden Park which is also worthwhile exploring on foot.
Access by public transport is difficult.

Located atop a hill in a country feel atmosphere, gives a feeling of peacefulness. Cal.,serenity.
Enjoyed visiting w friends & had a cozy lunch after

The museum itself is great. It has great pieces and is quite large considering its completely free! Parking was easy and even though though it was raining we still had a great time. It is a great activity to do when the weather is rough, although I;m not sure how much young children will enjoy it. The cafe was a disappointment though. We waited to be seated even though the place wasn't full and then waited AT LEAST 30 minutes for a waiter to even get our drinks, even though they many waiters for the small space. A girl took pity on us after seeing us there so long and finally took out our order, even though she said that wasn't even her table. The food was ok, not bad but nothing amazing either. We will definitely not return to that cafe if we go back.

The artwork in here and some cases this world class! It’s surprising to find something like this in Cincinnati but it’s an old money town and Procter & Gamble another corporations donated a lot of their art. Definitely should be high on your visit list. Not Adams is a lovely place to visit. I’ll pay for after going to the museum a nice place to go for lunch or dinner is the former speakeasy in the heart of Mt. Adams called him out and his bar and Grill. While the name is not fancy the food is excellent and the prices are quite reasonable

I knew this museum had a good collection, but I didn't know how good. A stunning collection that ranges from antique sculpture to locally made pottery and silverware, to paintings by artists like Reynolds and Gainsborough, that are superb. This is a fantastic museum that we should have scheduled far more time than we did. We will be back!

First time visitor to Cincinnati and a person who likes to visit the Art museums in the cities I visited, I had this Art museum on my list of places to visit Cincinnati during a weekend. I was not disappointed. The art museum on the medium side is aligned with other mid-major cities in US and with a nice rounded collection of different paintings and artifacts. The museum is a little awkward in navigation at times from gallery to gallery, but enjoyed the offerings. I liked the Cincinnati gallery which focuses on art for the region. The best part of the visit was the museum is free.

Tip: For visitors to Cincinnati if you walk around the side outside there is a nice view of the city skyline.

I visit the Art Museum often. It frequently has excellent traveling exhibits. The museum's own collection of works centers on local artists, who are mostly undistinguished. There is a wide selection of pieces of more historic than artistic value, going back thousands of years. It would be nice to see even a small collection of work with more artistic merit, but that doesn't seem to be the museum's focus.

Cincinnati Art Museum is a lovely facility, people are friendly and helpful, and the admission is free (except for special events). There is a super nice gift shop, and there is a cafe downstairs. The collection at this museum has a little bit of everything, and several well known artists works are featured. Compared to other museums I had been to, I found this collection to be a little dark. Don't miss the glass sculptures in the upstairs balcony area, they are very cool. There is also a lovely view of the city from the parking lot.

This is a museum you can enjoy again and again. I often go simply to see one or two exhibits, revisit familiar pieces and discover something new (such as the Chinese Terra Cotta Warriors).
My favorite painting is "Christmas Eve on Mt Adama." Nothing spectacular but the haunting quiet of Church and homes, backyards and boxes in the still of the night. The serenity of the painting, catching the wonder and poverty, is stunning.

This is an excellent museum. There are plenty of great works by the masters, but also less well known works from many cultures that are worth exploring. There is a large section of Cincinnati art which is very much worth seeing. I really liked the museum’s labels. I found that they anticipated my questions well. The parking lot isn’t too big and can fill up if there is a special exhibit, but parking is free. The museum entry is free, too! There is an excellent cafe. Lots of benches and chairs to rest on in the galleries.

Absolutely stunning museum - exquisite pieces, beautifully presented, clean building!
Parking was easy, staff cordial.
I’d say you need at least 3 to 4.5 hours to fully grasp the beauty of this place.
Absolutely recommend!

Overall it's a good museum. The collection is not large but presents a few good paintings, Hals, ter Borch, El Greco, Botticelli, Titian, Bronzino among others. Good canvases by Courbet, Kokoschka, Rivera, Chagall, Soutine, French impressionists.

This is a first class art museum. We went to see Paris exhibit and that was beautiful. The building is large so check to see what exhibits are available before you go. There is a bistro cafe so you can have a meal while you are there. There is some construction at the site now but should be finished soon. There is no admission charge, just a charge for any special exhibits. Love it!

I walked to the museum from the downtown Hilton through Eden Park - this was a beautiful walk. I spent several hours at the museum and general admission was free - I did pay a small amount (around $16) to see the special exhibit - the Terracotta Warriors. But even without the special exhibit this museum is worth visiting. It has some beautiful pieces and a great variety of exhibits. I also had lunch at the café and the food was very tasty. When you are finished at the museum you can also walk over to the Krohn Conservatory.

The permanent collection is well presented in the lovely galleries. We loved the representative art from so many diverse cultures. Activities for children are delightfully engaging. Current special feature (terra cotta and bronze items from China) is well worth the trip. Parking is scattered. Restaurant is pricey and nothing special. Admission is free!

First let me mention that, though the museum is only a mile and some change from downtown and looks walkable, it is a rough walk. The route took us under overpasses which we thought was the worse part of the walk until we hit Mt. Adams. It is indeed a Mountain. After a steep climb we finally got to the museum. Looking at the steps app. we saw that we went up 16 stories in elevation. There is a bus route that will take you to the museum which we used to go back. Much less swearing with the bus. But the museum is really nice. A wonderful varied collection nicely laid out. They also have a cafe which had really good food. It is a nice rest stop as you are going through the galleries. The museum is a must see when in Cincinnati.

I just moved here from Minneapolis.
The Cincinnati Art Museum was small and quite disappointing for a city this historic.

We went to see the Chinese are exhibit and then saw the rest of the museum. Nice collection, well worth the trip.

nice art museum in a great location. it’s in an older remodeled building which makes the artwork so much more unique. all the people there are very knowledgeable as well if you ask them any questions!

I combined a visit to here with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Was a bit of a rush, but I got my fill of "museum-ing" for the day. Lovely museum, I jumped in on one of the free tours. It's always enjoyable to hear people speak about something they love.
The place has some heavy hitter Artists on display, so it's definitely worth a look. I spent about 2 hours, but could have easily spent another 2 just admiring all of the work and reading about the artists. I didn't explore outside, so not sure if there was more to see.
Best part is the entire museum is FREE and FREE PARKING on site.

The website is very user unfriendly. One page states that the museum is closed on Sundays while another states that it’s open. I don’t want to become a member. I just wanted to reserve a visit time but this proved impossible.

This is a beautiful museum with amazing collections. Completely worth spending half a day wandering among greatness. Would absolutely recommend <3

We went to the Terra Cotta Warrior Special Exhibit. Almost waited too long and missed out. Even without the special exhibit, this museum is world class and there is no charge for admission to the permanent galleries

Nice art museum with free admission. We went specifically for the Terracotta Warrior exhibit. Good art collection with a number of Hiram Powers sculptures.

What a nice Museum lots of different art and different cultural exhibits the burning man exhibits don't really understand but the rest of it was great good way to spend the afternoon

I’m an art teacher so when I’m vacation visiting the local art museums is a must.
This museum is by far one of the coolest places I’ve been. Beautiful art, and the museum itself is as beautiful and breathtaking as the art inside.
Highly recommend checking it out! Well done Cincinnati 🥰

My wife and i and our friends went to see the Terra Cotta warrior special exhibit and we were not disappointed. They had many artifacts from the ancient Chinese dynasty from 400-200 BC, or so. They also had maps of the area and how one of the regions conquered the other regions. The burial grounds were accidentally discovered in the1970sand they described the different areas with different warriors, etc. There were several styles of Terra Cotta warriors on display at the museum, including a general, middle level officer, infantry, archers, a horse, etc. In the actual site, they discovered about 8,000 different creations, including soldiers and horses. Very well done.

Our group toured the special exhibit on Indian fabrics that traveled from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. It was quite interesting. Then we returned after 6 pm for the Art After Dark festivities. This is a monthly feature of the Art Museum and the main hall rocked with music and mingling crowds.

The easy parking and the free admission were just the beginning of a memorable visit. We started with lunch in the cafe and were delighted with the quality of the food. We enjoyed the American and European collections before our entry to the Terracotta Army exhibit. You must buy a timed entry ticket for this, but it was well worth the price as it was something we'll never forget!

You need several days to really do a decent job of seeing a good part of this fine museum. Get there before Aug 12 this year to see the Terracotta Army exhibit from the First Emperor of China which is very cool. Check to see if you have reciprocal privileges
with your home museum membership. Joining your local art museum etc is always a great idea and frequently saves you money.

Cincinnati Art Museum sits on the top of a hill in a lovely park. With free admission and free parking, it is indeed a jewel for the city. Their permanent collection is wonderful, but the Burning Man exhibit, open until September 2, 2019 was unusual and very entertaining, especially for the tween we had in tow.
The museum has a number of interactive exhibits throughout that will keep kids entertained and allow adults a chance to enjoy the art!

We had a docent lead tour of the Paris exhibit and were quite impressed. The museum is well done and has a lovely gift shop. The architecture is stunning and houses different art styles. It was thoroughly enjoyable.

We had a wonderful visit! It's in a historic building with a good collection of art and exhibits. There is no entry fee but you need to make online reservations ahead of time. The gift shop was open and it was not crowded so there was social distancing. Mask is required while visiting indoors.

We went to Cincinnati for a 5 day vacation and one of the stops we planned on doing was the Art Museum and we're glad we did.
It's laid out very well. It's free for the normal exhibits that feature mostly artist from the Cincy and southern Ohio area. They were and are fascinating artists.
There was one musical exhibit from a musician named Rangar Kjartansson from Iceland titled "The Visitors" which is a concept video/music project that blew us away. Google it and see what it's all about.
The museum is very clean, in a nice neighborhood with a dynamite view of the Cincinnati City skyline, the employees there are all friendly and extremely helpful, and you can't beat the price.
It's worth a couple hours of your time. Impressive.

When one thinks of things to do in Cinci, it is easy to overlook one of the best!!! The Art Museum is PHENOMENAL! Free!!! And loaded with memorable "take-your breath-away" World Class Artwork!!! If you miss this museum, you miss Cincinnati's best!

Good art museum for every level of art aficionado. Lots of types of art are on display so you get a good overview. Many famous artists have works here as well so it is a good exposure to some of the classics.

Great exhibits. Admission is free and so is parking. Currently on exhibit is the Chinese Terracotta exhibit of soldiers and artifacts. maintains a marvelous exhibit of early American art.

Lovely attraction. Free and with good activities for kids. Also a good collection of antiques. The food in the cafe if good and reasonable.

Always a delight to visit this great museum! The Burning Man and Paris exhibits were wonderful too. We had an informational and entertaining time there. Thank you.

This vast historical structure houses ALL kinds of art from the traditional fine arts to the best of expert crafts ( Rookwood Pottery & stained glass by Louis Comfort Tiffany) to contemporary arts & sculpture. We visited with the expressed intent to attend the special exposition of works by Cincinnati late 19th/early 20th century painter Frank Duveneck. The collection is huge as Duvaneck bequeathed the better part of his paintings directly to the museum in about 1915. I strongly urge visitors to the Cincinatti area to check out this extensive exhibition of the work of a Covington/Cincinnati native son.

My kids and I were harassed as soon as we walked in the door because I brought a water in, which I told them I’d dump out, they continued to tell me my son wasn’t able to hold my younger son while we walked around. We were followed by a security guard who followed us to each room of the museum for the 15 minutes we were there. We felt so uncomfortable that we left immediately. They say on the website that they encourage kids to come but they made several attempts to make me and my kids feel very unwelcome. Very disappointed.

It’s out of the way, so you need to either drive or take an Uber and there really isn’t anything else nearby. There is plenty of parking.

It’s a nice museum, collections of more lesser known or local artists, though there are a few “masterpieces.” What stood out more to me were the collections from specific civilizations/cultures that you don’t often see in museums (Middle East, Far East, etc).

Really enjoyed our trip to this museum. It is set up to easily walk through the museum. There are stools you can carry if you want a longer time with a piece of artwork. The best thing - kits for children to use in case they get bored.

This is s true gem, considering the entry is free. It is open late on Thursdays (up to 8 pm) when most other museums and places of attractions in the city close at 5 pm. Also, we happened to land there slightly before 5 pm and were informed that all special exhibits (which have separate entry fees each) were free between 5 and 8 pm on Thursdays! We visited the first floor (a huge collection) before we took a guided tour of "Paris 1900" a new special exhibit around 6:30 on the second floor, which was another unexpected and unplanned but extremely enjoyable experience. Our docent was very knowledgeable, patient and explained everything in layperson terms, making it an enjoyable experience even for my 13-year-old son! Not to be missed.

I love that the admission & parking are free! This is what makes art experiences possible for all. Kudos to you! The various collections are beautiful- we found all of them intriguing without being overwhelming - and LOVED the Burning Man exhibit!

This remarkable art museum is a few miles from the city center and is definitely worth the trip! Plenty of free parking and free entry make this a great cultural day out. Art works from many of the masters are part of their beautifully organized collections. Monet, Degas, Picasso, Renoir add to the exhibits currently on display.
They have a beautiful cafe that serves up many culinary creations to enjoy indoors or on their patio.

Don’t forget to see and hop the cavalcade sets of stairs on the corner of the street that look like artwork itself leading up to the main entrance!

Free admission and a good day trip. Run down to a Eden Park for a picnic. Some displays are quick walk-through and others you'll want to ponder.

I thoroughly enjoyed this museum. Lots of different pieces to see. My teens were not as excited as I. My husband enjoyed collecting Pokemon.

The cost was $16 each for adults. I thought that was a little high but probably reasonable considering it's on tour from China.

It is not a large exhibit. There are about 10-12 statues of people and horses. There rest are small objects excavated from the same area such as bells, sword, Jade.

Checking local points of interest off slowly since we retired to Kentucky, a rainy Tuesday took us the the Cincinnati Art Museum. I have since then returned twice. Who knew??? This museum is huge!~ and has some fabulous collections. There are also often special exhibits. The Albrecht Durer exhibit drew us in. In my excitement, I grabbed a neighbor and returned to share our discovery and to have lunch in the cafe. The cafe was more than I had anticipated. From the outside, it almost resembles a cafeteria. The dining experience itself, anything but that. The food~delicious and the menu had a great variety of choices. Did I mention they also serve beer and wine? Definitely go. There is NO CHARGE! (for the museum)

I’m far from an art expert so I will let others share their views on the Museum’s contents. I will tell you that the experience of visiting this Museum begins long before you see it. It’s located at the top of a hill overlooking the Ohio River and just the drive up through the park is lovely. The building itself is magnificent and every time I visit, I leave more appreciative of the beauty all around us every day. It is truly a treat for your mind and your senses and affordable for everyone because it is free. Go enjoy it.

We went to visit the French Impressionists but were mesmerized by an astonishing video installation created by an Icelandic artist. We were unable to leave the gallery until we had experienced all 64 minutes. I was grinning from ear to ear the entire time. Everything was superb!!

This musuem is perched on a hill in a historic neighborhood. It is well worth your time. The collection is vast but displayed beautifully. We went on Thursday evening when it was open later and thoroughly enjoyed our time there.

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here...a beautiful museum inside and out with gorgeous grounds. Great exhibits covering a wide variety of art.

Saw the Terra Cotta Army there on the "free" night, Thursdays from 5-8 pm. Other areas of the galleries were beautiful, too. Nice exhibit on Tiffany Glass.

I always want to come to the Museum whenever visiting Cincinnati. Easy parking, no fee to enter, great shop, and so many great treasures. And great cafe.

Walked here after visiting Eden Park. Lots of variety. Special exhibits. Great view of Cincinnati downtown.

As members who live an hour and a half away we value our time we get to enjoy seeing the art of this lovely museum. Today the Whitfield Lovell exhibit opened up and was an impressive show. Lovell who has traveled to other countries that helped him create a unique perspective of drawing dignified images of African Americans with various media on paper, canvas and boards presents a powerful visual image that literally takes your breath away. We confess that we were unfamiliar with his work but that’s what the Cincinnati Art Museum does is expose people to art that inspires and presents a unique look at the world we live in. Let’s also not forget the permanent exhibits that are free to explore. Situated in picturesque Eden Park it’s a can’t miss opportunity.

I try to get down to the art museum at least twice a year. Since it's free, and the parking is free, it's a cheap day. The museum is of moderate size (comparable to Columbus). They have some first-rate exhibits. I personally love the Egyptian section and the American West sections. There's a typical overpriced museum cafe on site. They do have some cool after work outdoor concerts in their courtyard which are fun. You can tour the museum, listen to music, have some wine. Definitely worth a trip if you have not been. Always solid traveling exhibits there as well.

My husband and I wanted an artsy escape sans kids, and this museum fit the bill! In fact, we will return WITH our kids! Cezanne, Picasso and Charley Harper were the range of amazing artists—from a 4000 BCE Egyptian vessel to more modern works, this museum with its free admission is a MUST SEE! Minor complaint: museum should know better and use BCE and CE for date notations.

Visited in May of 2018 for a short getaway. Nice museum at the top of a hill, nestled away from a bustling downtown. Parking seemed plentiful. Admission is free, unless you wanted to see any special exhibits. Lots of variety here to see. From ancient Asian artwork to modern American, we were pleasantly surprised at the diversity presented in the displays. The only downfall would be the lack of a "touristy" gift shop that could've offered us a magnet or some other souvenir marking our visit.

I can’t say enough of this museum. I have always enjoyed coming here. My husband and I decided to visit again to see a special exhibit, The Terracotta Army. A little disappointed about this exhibit. There’s no tour guide who could tell us more about this exhibit. Instead you have to read every little plaque on the wall. Sure it has a few terracotta soldiers on the floor but I felt like it wasn’t enough for me to drive long just to see it. It’s a good thing there’s plenty to see in the museum and Cincinnati area.

Definitely make a free reservation to go here. It was so beautiful and well set up. The employees were all so friendly.

This was a great museum to visit. The museum's collection was very diverse and they were hosting the Burning Man exhibit, which was super fun. We stopped by the cafe which had very good food as well. the circular nature of the structure which made it easy to move from gallery to gallery. There is a small but well stocked gift shop.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is enormous. The old building in Eden Park is home to an astounding array of paintings, sculpture, multimedia, and historical artwork. If you think you’re going to spend two hours tops here, think again. You could spend close to four hours here and probably not have seen everything.

Currently their special exhibit is China’s Terracotta Warriors. It’s a fascinating display and very informative. The special exhibits always cost extra ($8), but it’s well worth it!

Other than that: the art museum is free. So if you’re a tourist and you want a day indoors in the air conditioning and want to view some priceless works of art instead of hiking through the sticky hot zoo, and saving loads of money in the process then this is for you!

Had a very moving and informative visit at the Cincinnati Museum Center as part of my workplace team’s recognition of Black History Month. Volunteer Sallie curated an experience for us focused on the work of Black artists. She told us about the artists and their lives and invited us to reflect on what we saw. Art works we discussed included Slavery Time carved from wood by Elijah Pierce, Two Sisters by Kehinde Wiley, who painted the portrait of President Obama for the National Portrait Gallery, Untitled (I am an Invisible Man) by Glenn Ligon, which quotes Ralph Ellison’s novel Invisible Man, and Blue Hole, Flood Waters, Little Miami River, a local landscape by Robert S. Duncanson, who spent time in the region and was supported in his work by local wealthy arts patron Nicholas Longworth. If you search “Black artists” on the museum site, you will get a PDF that can guide you through your own experience with the museum’s collection.

Having visited this wonderful art museum, we drove in from 4 hours away to see the Monuments Men exhibition! First we explored the museum campus, enjoying the outdoor sculptures by Mark di Suvero, Jim Dine and others, and walking the new Art Climb...a nice outdoor art experience. Inside we started with the Monuments Men exhibit and found the story of Walter Farmer enlightening and interesting; happy to see the Botticelli and other paintings from the Berlin Museum! We spent probably three more hours wandering through the museum to see their Tiffany glass collection, the American Paintings: The 80s Revisited exhibit, and American and European galleries with so many known artists represented. We ended our visit with a gallery of the works of local artist Frank Duveneck. Spectacular! Sorry we missed the big exhibition earlier this year! In recent years, drove down to see the Tiffany and the Paris 1900 exhibitions. Will keep an eye on CAM special exhibitions for future visits!!

My wife and I attended a wedding at the Cincinnati art museum in the spring of ‘18. The wedding was spectacular, and there was so many cool displays. There is a ton of ancient artifacts and awesome modern art as well.
The museum incorporates local and international art and artists. It was cool to see a Warhol and ancient Egyptian things as well.
The location was cool too, we went to a bar in the nearby neighborhood of Mount Adams and it was a great time.

Spent 3 hours here over 2 days. Except for one special exhibit all is free. Close to Krohn Conservatory.

Favorite part of tour? Having not been to the Museum in 50 years (I was intown visiting family), I completely expected what I found: a beautiful, well maintained, exciting museum with representations of all art forms, styles, periods, and media. Once in and past the greeting counter, you walk through a darkened space, highlighting a magnificent painting by Kinhinde Wiley, the guy who did the beautiful post-presidency portraits of Obama and Michelle. Then on to the seemingly myriad rooms with Van Goghs, wonderful art glass sculptures, Rookwood Pottery wallscapes, and so much more - even the Miro and Steinberg murals saved from the soon-to-be demolished Terrace Hotel in downtown. Anyway, we spent half the day there and could easily returned the following day. Next time! GO, walk, and relax with the beauty the Museum houses.

Off of Eden Park Drive in Cincinnati's Mt Adams on Museum drive has a tall structure with loads of historic oil on canvas,featuring the USA's famous battles from the Revolution all the way up to the World Wars,astounding collection,great for a family look see also..orchestra shell across the way and a city park..great setting!

A FREE museum is always high on my list of attractions, but one as well situated and curated as this one is special. I stopped in a few months ago during the Albrecht Durer exhibit and was blown away by that, but the permanent collection is very much worth a few hours of your time.

We have a membership here for a reason. The price is reasonable and we love this museum in beautiful Eden Park. The special exhibits are well worth going to. Plus the permanent collection is very good. It’s a great place to spend a few hours seeing the priceless collection of art and sculpture that’s only an hour and a half from Louisville. The staff is always friendly and helpful.

Very much enjoyed my visit here and this place has to be explored fully on multiple visits. These are beautiful buildings and grounds. Excellent exhibits of paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textiles. I especially enjoyed the European and Asian galleries. The food and service in the restaurant, as well as all my interactions with the staff, were also excellent. Recommended.

There were many people, and they were working on renovating. But, we had a great time! We did not do a tour, but they are available. I would go to the burning man exhibit (don't know how long it's there). Everything there is real! It is not a copy! They have paintings and different kinds of art that go back to the 1100's! It's definitely worth a visit! You won't regret it!

Visited the museum a number of times over the last 30 years, not bad for a Brit and it seems well curated. Only down side was the shop was effectively closed whilst they set up for an evening do which also blocked the natural route out of the building, otherwise very enjoyable.

In my younger days I would spend Saturdays in Eden Park and each week I'd step into the Cincinnati Art Museum and spend some time with just a few paintings. That's supposed to be the best way to develop some depth of understanding for works of art, if you go through the entire museum and look at everything you tend to remember only a few.

I hadn't been back in ove3r 20 years, so this visit was meeting an old friend that you'd moved away from.

The finest thing about this museum, despite its excellent collection, is that's it's free. Now, I've been at the Tate and the Met and other free museums where it's free but you're constantly met with pleas/expectations that you'll donate (and OK, I have). Here, you see a couple of membership promotions, and that's it--the devotion is to the arts.

The changes over the past decades are intriguing. The curators seem to have a slightly different vision than many art museums, arranging works historically in many galleries but thematically in others. I think it lends insight.

On this visit there were renovations underway and so several galleries were closed. I did not see one of my favorite exhibits, their antique musical instruments. I suppose I'll need to get back more often,

Small but wonderful exhibit. Easy access and parking. Wonderful docents and museum employees. I would recommend this highly.

As out-of-towners with an afternoon to spend, we chose this museum. There is plenty of convenient parking and full handicap accessibility. We couldn't believe there was no admission charge! There are two+ floors of exhibits. We spent most of our time on the main floor and enjoyed the attention to local and historical works related to Cincinnati. The pieces are well labeled with helpful and interesting descriptions.

We skimmed the second floor but decided we were on sensory overload. This museum deserves at least two visits as there is so much on each floor that a one day visitor can scarcely take it in.

An added bonus is the cafe. Better than most museums, it is a great place for lunch. They had delicious sandwiches and desserts at a moderate price. There is both indoor and outdoor seating.

I would say this is a MUST for visitors to this city.

The collection is overwhelming. I was shocked for a small city to have such holdings. That said, it is a bit dark and reminded me of every other old art museum. I would go again to see a special exhibit but once is enough for everything else.

Excellent permanent collection that includes some wonderful European and American Impressionist paintings. The decorative arts were mixed in beautifully with the visual arts collection. I loved the John Singer Sargent and William Adolphe Bouguereau's paintings. Disappointed that no musical instruments or miniatures were on display despite prominent mention on their website. Several galleries were closed so maybe those rooms are being redone.

The Cincinnati Are Museum is high above the city on an isolated hill. We walked, but for most it would be a car ride. The expansive collection was solid. We spent 1 1/2 hours there, but it would easy to spend longer. This museum's contribution to the Cincinnati art scene is massive.

A wonderful venue for exposure to the world of art. Many different types of artwork (paintings, sculptures, relics) make this a great place to visit.

Stunning museum inside and out. The collection is diverse, awesome, and strong - many European masters, Egyptian and Middle Eastern sculptures and artifacts, modern art, and more...so much more. We spent 5 hours in the museum and probably could have spent another 5 hours. There is no charge for entry or parking - all access is free. It has a nice cafe - full menus and both inside and outside seating areas. I love this museum.

This is a relatively large and sprawling museum with multiple galleries spread out over three floors. They have a little bit of everything but nothing really noteworthy. Yet enough to ramble around and spend a couple of hours. It is free. The entrance is in a mess due to construction going on. Parking is ample and free. Avoid the cafe. It is terrible.

Very eclectic and impressive collection. Reserve at least one day for a thorough tour and viewing. Family-friendly.

We made 2 special trips to this nearby Museum to see its excellent recent textile shows, one on India and one on Kimono. A delightful extra was the Burning Man exhibit. All 3 exceeded expectations. Their Textile curator deserves well-earned praise for mounting these educational and enjoyable shows. Thanks too to the museum director for supporting textile shows.
Only problem, not enough parking, so arrive very early to find a parking spot.
Location close to a park is a bonus. But we went on a pleasant summer evening when there was a free concert in the park bandshell and the museum parking lot was full. Circled through the lot MANY times but didn’t get a place. Finally parked in an illegal spot! Caused us stress and we missed part of our paid-for special event. GO EARLY to find parking.

I'm glad the day was hot, humid & rain was a threat, or I likely would have opted to do something outside, but that day called for indoor activity which led me here. I'm not much of an art aficionado, but I respect & admire it when I take the time to see it.

And this museum had some of everything + it was free. I think there was a bit of every type of art except performance art.There was at least two floors, but we never got above #1 in several hours. There was just so much to view & I wanted to take the time to read many of the plaques that provided insight into what I was seeing. Trying to describe the varied collection here of all sorts of things is too steep a climb for me, that I would not do it justice. I'll mention two things - furniture with elaborate designs carved into it & pottery with pictures or designs on the items.

I learned that the city was the leading maker of this artistic pottery, that was practical as well as pretty. There were bios of two women who were very prominent in this type of product. Other exhibits focused on local artists, displaying a bunch of their work. I wasn't bored for a moment once I stepped inside.

There was plenty of free parking around the building & a large gift shop in the lobby. There was also a cafe there for snacks/drinks & the museum has free WiFi to boot.
Finally, on a hot & humid day - it was pleasantly cool inside.

This is a great museum for the cost-conscious, since admission is free and the museum is fairly large and has some excellent pieces. I am partial to the Chihuly near the entrance, and I visited on a Thursday evening to see the Terracotta Warriors for free. They get very exciting traveling exhibits, and the permanent collection is gorgeous.

We went to see the special exhibit of the terracotta army from China and it was well worth the visit. We also spent some time exploring the permanent collection. This is a very fine museum and it should be considered a must see if you are in Cincinnati and have the time.

We went for a special exhibit on the textile arts of India, which had a good balance between the objects and explanatory text. The Classical collection is nicely exhibited, as is the 20th century collection.

The museum always has interesting beautiful educational exhibits. I love the little shop. It has the cutest knickknacks, very different and original.

We visited for the Terra Cotta Warriors exhibition, but stayed to take in the permanent collection as well. So much to see and absorb. How impressive that The CAM brought the Terra Cotta Warriors to town! The exhibit was very well set up and gave me chills.
The permanent collection offers a wide variety many of the items donated from personal collections of Cincinnati’s ‘wealthy’ citizens. In particular, the room taken straight out of the Mideast (1932?) breathtaking.
How fortunate the citizens of Cincinnati are to have benefactors who have endowed the museum so that there are no entrance fees.

Perfect for a rainy day - easy parking - free! Friendly staff and a beautiful collection - took us about 2 1/2 hrs to go through.

Great museum in a wonderful location. Note that it is closed on Monday. The museum exluding a special temporary exhibit was free. The quality of the art and vases was quite impressive.

We had some time to kill on a Sunday afternoon. The daughter was an art major in college. We tend to go to art museums in the different towns. The terra-cotta warriors display was in all we spent money on. The museum changes very little overtime but it has changed since I was last there 8 or 9 years ago

Spectacular art museum. Huge varied and amazing. Lots of fascinating visiting exhibits and the permanent art is outstanding. I can say enough about this place, all the world is represented and I can’t believe it’s in Cincinnati. But it is. Go. Enjoy. Be happy.

The Cincinnati Art Museum has a comprehensive collection, specializing in Ohio art and pottery. There are some great additions with artists with national or international reputations like Kehinde Wiley, Jacob Lawrence, Maxfield Prrish, and Oskar Kokoschka. There were two special exhibits as well. Good collection and worth visiting along with the nearby Taft Museum.

Excellent display of terra-cotta figures and also artifacts. Surprisingly life-like figures. I'd consider this a must-see whether a Cincinnati-area resident or from out of town.

The Burning Man exhibit was very interesting and gave visitors a good example of what the gathering is about.

The museum has many different exhibits, pottery, glass, Egyptian, furniture, art works and more.

It’s a wonderful museum with FREE admission and free parking.

Plan to spend at least 4-5 hours here!

As members for a number of years we enjoy taking the drive to Cincinnati to visit this exceptional art museum. The special exhibit that continues until October 15, 2023 is the Picasso Landscapes. To be honest we haven’t seen any of his landscape paintings so this was a treat. We had recently seen Picasso in Paris at the Guggenheim. Remember that the permanent collection is free and only the special exhibits require a fee. Of course if you are members the special exhibits are fee also. Parking is free with a special parking area for members closer to the entrance of the museum. Well worth the price of membership if you come to the museum a few times a year.

I really enjoyed everything about the Cincinnati Art Museum. It's easy to find and parking is free and it's no problem to find a space. The museum is free which is amazing, all you need to do is make a reservation online. The building is beautiful and has an amazing collection. The size of museum is just right, not tiny but not huge and overwhelming. The European paintings were fantastic, and the entire feel and flow of everything is perfect. Overall a wonderful art museum.

My 8 year old granddaughter was moving to Colorado. I asked what would she like to do with me before she moved. The #1 thing she said she wanted to do was The Art Museum! We put sundresses on and strolled through the Art Museum. Her eyes were so bright and full of wonder. She just glowed. We had a wonderful lunch in the garden on the patio. She looked around and said, “the naked statues in the gardens are really inappropriate while we are eating “.
She is now19, in college and we still talk about that wonder memory.
June 2007

Great museum with excellently curated pieces! Wanted to see the O'Keeffe exhibit - did NOT disappoint! Giant wing for just Cincinnati's art and its place in the history of the city - that was quite good. A fan of Rookwood, I was happy to see that exhibit as well. Definitely a return visit when we go back to the city. Stuff for kids to do as well. Adjacent to Eden Park.

Lucked into the Burning Man exhibit during our stay - very nice addition to the already pleasing artwork in this museum. Easy to park, free entry. Great time was had by all!

A traveling show from the Renwick in D.C. is worth what ever it takes to see.
Incredible creative objects from Burning Man- the festival that defies description or explanations.
Short if going- this exhibit is the next best thing.
Absolutely a must see- the show of the year- or any year

We have been members of the Art Museum for several years. We always find new exhibits to see. Special events are always top notch.

A wonderful museum that entices us back time and again due to fascinating shows, helpful staff, and ability to use our North American Reciprocal Museum card. Even the beautiful bucolic location, quality shop and cafe are great. But parking is inadequate, and we made the mistake of going when there was a free concert in the adjacent park. Finding parking was a nightmare. Check local park events before your visit to avoid parking problems.

The museum is free for most exhibits, including The Burning Man. Overall there are several interesting things at the museum, but the rotating ones bring in the crowds. There are several ways to get in at a discount (free) so the thrifty person can find a way to save a few bucks on an outing.

This is a must see. All types of framed Art....water color an Oil.
The frames are works of art too, in my opinion. Many rooms and sections to view. Wonderful place!

A very nice Museum. Cincinnati’s best museum. Free to visit with a optional charge for special exhibitions.

This museum is very beautiful and has a ton of exhibits! They have art from a lot of famous people and some very unique things. The museum is HUGE it will definitely take you 2-3 hours to see it al, and that is if you just glance at stuff. Best part is it is 100% free!!

I was very impressed by the huge collection this museum boasts. We came for the Terracotta Army exhibit and it was great. Can't wait to come back.

This is a very cool art museum. The art is very good, the exhibits are well-curated and the architecture of the building itself very good. Will go back.

I was visiting relatives and just took some time off to go to the Cincinnati Art Museum. I enjoyed the visit immensely. It was on a weekday, quiet, with lots of alone time to take in the exhibits. Good variation. Something for everybody. I don't get to museums as often as I wish, and this was a welcome treat... if too short a one.

I have been to this museum twice. Both times, I was extremely impressed by the quality of the exhibits. The last time we went, we just missed the Charles James exhibit, which I was really bummed about as I am a huge Charles James fan. This time, we caught the Terra-cotta Army exhibit, which was absolutely amazing. I should also mention that the permanent collection is free--which is almost unheard of for a collection of this importance.

For being I. Cincinnati it is an awesome institution. Compared to other world class institutions it is not.

Do not expect to see a lot of the masters.

Way to many add on cost for special exibits.

We came to visit the exhibit and fell in love with the entire museum.

Excellent collection of late 1800’s-20th Century European and American Art. We only were able to devote a couple hours on this trip, but will be back when we have more time.

Beautiful museum that sits atop scenic Eden Park overlooking the city. Interesting collection of art. As should be expected, this is not the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC or the Chicago Art Institute, but the museum still an impressive collection especially for a medium sized city. The free entry is also of note and appreciated. 2 hours should be adequate to enjoy a visit to the museum.

Breathtaking! Beautiful! Beguiling! If you have never been in an art museum, this is your first top at learning some culture and at the same time, learning that its an easy thing to do when you are amongst friends. And you will find them at the Art Museum at Cincinnati. As a first timer or a seasoned art veteran, there is always something new to see or something old to peruse here. The guides are immeasurable in help and the museum itself is easy to navigate even without map. i was last there and saw their Tiffany Exhibit, which in and of itself was a walk through a by-gone time that can never be recreated. Always changing and always fresh, this is your museum if you want a place that's not stuffy and straight-laced. Plan to visit their small restaurant- the Terrace Cafe- to contribute to the good of a cause. Although not a fast food/cheapskate paradise- the Terrace offers good food and who cares what the cost if you are having a great day? GO!

We visited the museum for the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit back in 2013. GREAT place to visit - ample parking,

This museum is beautiful... and the Terracotta Warriors special exhibit is truly incredible. We spent about two hours viewing the special exhibit... and I would encourage anyone to go see it if your haven't already. These are real pieces from the excavation in Xian, China. Simply... WOW! My dream is to someday go to China to see the entire display of the Terracotta Warriors. The only charge is for the special exhibit. I think the rest of the museum is free. I would love to go back and spend more time seeing the rest of the museum.

Although we live in Louisville we have had a membership here for 4 years or so. Why? It’s well worth the drive to see some of the special exhibits and the permanent collection, also. No disrespect to the Louisville Speed Museum but the Cincinnati Art Museum is much larger and is in a beautiful setting-Eden Park. As a member the special exhibits are free plus there’s a 20% discount in the gift shop and the cafe.

The Cincinnati Art Museum should be recognized as presenting an excellent variety of art. Cincinnati is perceived as old-fashioned and stolid but the Art Museum is anything but for the visitor. Just a really interesting place to check out

Beautiful building in Eden park.
My toddler and I love having lunch in the grandhall way (pack our lunches)
The REC has blocks, books, tables for kids to draw/ create.
There's always changing exhibits to see
Check web page for events/ tours
Story time Wednesday s at 10:30
Monthly baby tours
Family events always happening
Definitely a hidden gem

The installations for the Burning Man exhibit were awesome.
The art work for Burning Man was fascinating to look thorough, though I don't know how I would have felt if it were all in one spot; the Burning Man pieces were spread through out the museum. We didn't necessarily want to see everything else in the museum, but I don't know if it would have been more enjoyable were it all together with no break between pieces (it could have been less impactful).

This large museum houses excellent priceless art collections, both permanent and temporary, from all periods of art throughout the world. The building, located in beautiful Eden Park, is well-maintained, the exhibits are well-lit, interpretation of everything is excellent. Many weddings are staged here which can cause short-term closure of a particular area. This is the only world-class art museum I have visited which is completely free.

Very interesting and a wide variety of many things to see. Historical items interested me the most, everyone would find something interesting

The Terracotta Army exhibit is fascinating. They have done an outstanding job of explaining all the artifacts. This is an amazing glimpse into Chinese history. We also loved the Cincinnati wing. There are lots of amazing pieces including wonderful examples of Rookwood pottery. Lots of other interesting galleries. We also took tour. Except for the special exhibits, it is free which is amazing. Definitely a top notch museum.

What a great place to unwind, de-stress and just enjoy the arts. The exhibits are well rounded and I believe that there is something for everyone to visually enjoy.

Lots of information about pieces and some interactive activities here and there for the kids. Also great hands on children's area. Not really diaper bag friendly if you use a back pack. But even with the hassle of carrying it on my shoulder and a toddler we still enjoyed the visit.

The art museum is my favorite attraction in Cincinnati and I have visited it numerous times. It has in my opinion the best art collection in the region; the closest museum with a better collection would be the Cleveland Museum of Art (4.5 hours drive north). Also, it is completely free to visit! The ground floor contains a wing dedicated to Asian and Near Eastern art (don't miss the Damascus Room tucked away in the NW corner) and a large section dedicated to the art of the city of Cincinnati (amazing collection of Rookwood pottery). There is also a small area dedicated to ancient and African art as well on the ground floor. Upstairs features a solid collection of medieval and renaissance European art as two rooms with dedicated to impressionism (van Gogh's two figures undergrowth with two figures is a favorite). There are two areas for temporary exhibitions upstairs, one is free and the other contains a traveling exhibition for which tickets must be purchased. An often missed room of the museum is located in the loft and features modern art and a dizzying view down into the main hall.

The museum has a cafeteria and on a nice day it is quite pleasant to eat in the open courtyard. There are events periodically with live music in the main hall (check their website) as well as family activities. I would recommend the museum to anyone visiting Cincinnati.

Parking is available behind the museum and is now free of charge, although the parking lot can get full on busy days.

We've never been here and wanted to see the first release of the Chinese Terra Cotta Army exhibit. The exhibit was nicely done. The period pieces were appropriate and the exhibit sign descriptions were informative. Since I like this type of exhibit, I was looking for "more information", but there was enough where I could then go and do more reading from library or on-line sources. It's too bad that the Chinese government didn't work with the US to include a short video presentation of actual news footage of this discovery and the archeologists' journey of this marvelous discovery. It's amazing how detail oriented the depictions of the warriors are. It's also interesting to see how one person could make such a difference in how the Chinese society developed, from the organization/regulation of money, septic/water systems, etc.

We did not plan on touring the entire Art Museum. We did not eat at their cafe. We did park in the free parking in back. We were pleasantly surprised to see the vastness of their general art collections and will return next month to view them more extensively.

Go and enjoy the history and the miracle of this archeological discovery. SK

My wife and I went here for her birthday because of the Terra Cotta soldiers exhibit. It was really spectacular, especially the display of artifacts from other Chinese tombs and the information about their usage. We spent over 2 hours in this exhibit alone.
We had been here a couple of months ago and did the second floor that time. This is a very nice art museum and with the exception of the special exhibits is always free.

This art museum has been on my bucket list forever. The paintings are arranged by period in a grand old building circo 1880s.
It is one of the oldest art museums in USA.
Located in a park setting it is beautiful inside and outside. And it is free. I sat in the park with a sandwich and book and enjoyed an unusually cool afternoon recently.
Highly recommended by me for all who appreciate art and pleasant parks.

This museum is top-notch! I loved it. A beautiful collection of American art and European art, but the treasure is the Cincinnati art. Beautiful pottery, furniture, sculpture and fantastic hometown artists with stunning works.

From elegant Rookwood Pottery tiles to whimsical large scale pieces with a traveling exhibition, the Cincinnati Art Museum provides visual delights and oddities to capture the imagination. No admission charge except for special exhibits (such as the Clay Warriors of China or the Egyptian display, for example), this is a great place to spend a couple of hours and stimulate your creative side. Free parking, lovely cafe and a gift shop full of great gift ideas make this a delightful venue.

We came to the Cincinnati art museum as part of a conference, complete with a wonderful dinner.

I realize this was a special event, but the museum itself is quite architecturally stunning, lots of exhibits and paintings of American history.

Free admission and parking, there is a fee for special exhibits. You will need a car or Uber to get here, it’s a little ways out of downtown.

Take the time to experience the museum, while it’s not New York, DC or Paris level art masterpieces, it is pretty darn impressive for the middle of America.

Set aside a full day, it’s cool to walk around outside as well on a nice day.

Okay, the parking was the reason you lost a star, it was difficult in the afternoon. We paid to see the special exhibit of Terra Cotta warriors and I was disappointed. Maybe I was expecting more to see and you don't have it. Two rooms and a fee, yikes! Overall, we loved the building, got hot chocolate in the chaotic cafe and was grateful we weren't trying to eat lunch. I would recommend this place as long as people can drive up to it.

Beautiful grounds and building with many different exhibits to explore. 2.5 floors of art to take in, divided by medium and era. Big focus on local artists but some well known national and international artists also exhibited. Easy to set your own pace for taking in the art. Special exhibit inside that specific tickets required to be purchased for but otherwise general admission is free (but reservations needed for specific timed entry.) Don't forget to pick up a map from the front - it will definitely help! Easy access to stairs to access all 3 levels, but elevators also available if needed. Cafe present for food and drink purchases. Free parking onsite.

Not a big art fan but seeing the Chinese terra-cotta warriors was a bucket list item for me. The warriors exhibit is very well done, and I highly recommend it. It’s probably set up the best it can be, since they only have a few statues. I was impressed with the rest of the museum more than I thought I would be. There were some nice pieces to view. We went with toddlers, who were pretty much over everything after half an hour, but if circumstances were different, I would of stayed much longer then 2 hours.

What an incredible way to spend the afternoon! The exhibits are varied, well laid out and maintained. There’s a nice flow and plenty to see for the whole family. Nice education area for the kids and amazing architecture is an added bonus. We paid the extra for the Fabric of India exhibit and were blown away. It closes soon, so get there if you can!

The Burning Man Exhibition was excellent and loved how it was integrated throughput the museum. The mushrooms were my favorite!

Just wow! This is a huge museum with lots of rooms. It was like a pleasant maze :-) and it’s FREE!!!

It has an amazing collection and it’s free. We especially enjoyed those parts that featured Cincinnati collections and the history of Rookwood pottery. Due to COVID, the touch and see exhibits and exhibits in small rooms were closed. But the museum is so spacious, social distancing is not a problem.

Free on-site parking, free entrance. Easy to get to by car. Marvelous art collection. Well worth a visit for art lovers.

We became members this past year & it has added such joy to our typical weekdays. I've been going every 3-4 weeks & find a new favorite item or picture each time. The FABRICS OF INDIA is just wrapping up this weekend. I've been in the exhibit 3 times & am amazed at the items, videos, wall hangings etc... It is a thoroughly complete exhibit. It goes from the time of the past to modern ways of dying & stylizing pieces. We recently took my nonagenarian grandmother through the exhibit. She loved the ease of borrowing a wheelchair and easy mobility through the museum. We had lunch at the Terrace Cafe inside the art museum - which is outstanding ! The short ribs & grits are to die for~ CAM is one of my favorite places to visit in the city.

This museum has a lot of variety, with extensive collections of American and European Art. I was only there for about an hour and a half, so I didn't get to see a whole lot.

The layout is a little odd, so be sure to get a visitor's guide at the front desk. General admission is always free, but there is a charge to see the special exhibitions. Worth a visit!

Went to see Terra Cotta warriors (extra fee) and associated artifacts. Only a handful of warriors, but most units represented. Fascinating how they put the statues together before firing as a whole in the imperial kiln. Spent some time exploring the various nooks and crannies elsewhere in the place. Fascinating. Time in the museum limited due to fussy kid, so I concentrated on the rooms with guards present. Well worth the trip, even if you had to pay to get in. Restaurant has wonderful food, but it's offset by woeful service.

Our visit had to be short. Staff was very helpful in pointing us to highlights, especially a wonderful special exhibit. Very nice collection, beautiful building.

This is a huge museum with lots of little rooms over 2 floors, our feet were tired as we spent 2 hours there. Prepaid tickets online made it easy and we included the Art Deco bedroom exhibition. It is amazing! Urban designed it looks for the teenage daughter of a very rich family. They lived in a penthouse in Chicago. Loved the lighting and dressing table especially. Urban was quite prolific and also did sets for the Ziegfield follies, movies, lol sorts of stuff. His watercolors illustrate the designs he came up with, so precise. Warhol, Pissarro, Monet, Renoir, Grant Wood and others represented. Very nice and helpful
staff. Large parking lot with plenty of handicap spaces.

This review is not about the art museum in isolation at all. I'm not an art guy and I could make no real comment on the collection. It was interesting enough. Where the museum earned its chops was in the kids programming. First, there's an electronic scavenger hunt that the kids pick their own tour that then prints out a map and poses questions to the kids about the individual art work. It's great and gets the kids to want to find them. There is also a great little kids art workspace. All the kids in there seemed to be really into it. On top of it, there are tons of little hands-on activities interspersed. I went with my 8 year old and she really liked it. She might not admit it but she really did. I have never seen a better way to get kids into art. The collection itself also seems nice.

The final kicker of course is that it is totally, completely free. They don't even issue tickets. You just walk in.

Cincinnati is lucky to have this and I highly recommend to anybody visiting.

A virtual temple of art, this remarkable vast collection, donated in large part by wealthy local patrons, reflects Cincinnati's sophistication & worldliness. The Renaissance & Baroque art is stunning & elegantly displayed in baronial galleries & the rooms devoted to Cincinnati artists are especially worthwhile. Like other major museums, there is really too much to absorb in just one visit, although a quality gift shop offers significant art books & souvenirs.

Cincinnati is very fortunate to have a foundation as a community who funds the arts both publicly and privately. Carve out time in your life to enhance your life visit a place or Art which houses and displays Art. Visit the Cincinnati Art Museum and if possible include in your budget a membership for you and someone you love.

The art museum has always been a favorite of mine. It is not boring granted lots of painting but also ceramics, clothing, silver, special exhibits well worth the trip

This museum is beautiful and even has free admission! The collections were beautiful and we all enjoyed it!

High lights
-free admission
-Children’s Rec Room
-Impeccably clean
-an array of exhibits that pertain to Ohio
- extremely friendly staff
-loved the mummy

Low lights-
-many exhibits were closed
-personally, thought there was a lot of pottery. I was wanting to see more paintings.

I returned to the delightful Cincinnati Art Museum a few days ago and I sedulously studied its works of Art for 3 quality days...I especially was captivated by its collection of European Paintings from the different periods of Western Civilization.Some of my Old Master favorites were Master of San Baudelio and Master of Maderuelo's"The Falconer"and "Saint Nicholas"from the Ermita of San Baudelio(Spanish Gothic 13th Century),Lorenzo Zaragosa's"Retablo of Saint Peter"(Spanish Gothic,very punctilious),Nicolas Frances'"Fall of Angels"(Spanish Renaissance),Francesco Botticini's"Madonna and Child With breviary"(Italian Renaissance Tondo),Hans Memling's"Saint Christopher and Saint Stephan"(Netherlandish Renaissance),Bernardo Strozzi's"David With Head of Goliath"(Italian Baroque,Mannerism),El Greco's"Crucifixion"(Spanish Baroque),Frans Hals'"Dutch Family"(Dutch Master),Gerard Terborch's"Music Lesson"(Dutch Master),and Thomas Jones'"View of Mount Vesuvius from Naples"(English Romantic),among others.
19th and 20th Century favorites included;Gustave Courbet's"Sunset,Vevey,Switzerland"(French Realism),Jean Leon Gerome's"Slave Market"(French Orientalism),Eugene Boudin's"Trouville",Claude Monet's"Rocks at Belle Isle,Port Domois"(French impressionism),Alfred Sisley's"Moret at Sunset"(French Impressionism),Frederic Bazille("Terrace at Meric"(French Impressionism),Vincent Van Gogh's"Undergrowth of Trees"(French Expressionism),Alexei Jawlensky's"Seated Woman"(German Expressionism),and Andre Derain's"Bridge at Le Pecq"(French Fauve),among others.
Returning to the delightful Cincinnati Art Museum was a priceless experience.My last visit to this fine art museum was in 2006.

We arrived shortly before closing, but was still greeted with kindness and courtesy. They let us know we had about 45 minutes, so we asked their favorite spaces and then we were off. I will definitely go again and explore the grounds as well.

The selections offer many healthy items - just the thing for visitors watching waistlines, and great desserts for those who aren't. A marvelous spot for a girl friend lunch. We all love it.

We just didn’t have enough time! I was impressed with the collection and the facility itself. We have been to museums throughout Europe and the Cincinnati Art Museum compared favorably to those. Easy to navigate.

As a member of the Cincinnati Art Museum I enjoy seeing their special exhibits especially since it’s free as a member. Today I took in “Beyond Bollywood” a collection of art/artifacts that ranged from a couple of centuries old to some over a thousand years old. To be honest Eastern culture was not widely discussed during my school years including college. This gave me the privilege of learning more about Eastern culture/religion and how dance figures into their philosophy and lives. Every day should be a learning experience and today met that challenge. Also remember that the permanent exhibits are free to all as well as parking. Members do get preferred parking near the entrance which is a plus. It’s a beautiful old building in scenic Eden Park that is an attraction in itself. Well worth a visit.

Great museum...wonderful art collection..great traveling exhibit..very pleasant personnel throughout the museum...do not miss the Farnt room!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Absolutely beautiful pieces from both the Cincinnati area and abroad.

Perfect date idea especially for being so close to Eden Park and Mount Adams.

Pro Tip: The grilled cheese and tomato soup is the best especially on a cold Cincinnati day.

This is a fantastic museum. We only had a chance to see a small part of this giant place. This is a top notch museum at any price and for free I can't understand why everyone in Cincinnati hasn't been there.

Amazing museum with great works in a beautiful setting, it was a very inspiring visit and the staff was very welcoming and informative.

This is one of the top art museums in the country. The collection is expansive with many major works and artists represented. Also hosts traveling expeditions. Cafe was good.

We had such a wonderful time spent in this amazing museum.. everything was beautiful.. we already recommended our family and friends... do not miss it

We have lived here for 6 years and had not been to the museum in all that time. Now we plan to go every few months as there is a lot to see. This visit we saw a first class special exhibit, had a very good lunch (really good) in the museum restaurant, and had fun exploring for the gift shop.

See it for free: Free access to the exhibition will be available on Thursday evenings from 5–8 p.m. and from 5–9 p.m. Timed tickets are required during these times, and can be acquired day-of, in-person at the front desk beginning at 4:30 p.m. Free tickets are subject to availability. Limit 5 tickets per person per day.

We are avid visitors to CAM and have loved the rotating exhibits that have recently come through the museum. The kids exploration center is a favorite activity for our fam. The fact that the museum is free and for the caliber of offerings it hosts is truly unbelievable. Even the exhibits that require admission are free on Thursday afternoons. We love how available CAM makes it for art lovers and novices alike. Plus there’s always something going on in the museum in addition to the exhibits; shows, parties, performances, etc.

We were pleasantly surprised by the quality and quantity of paintings, sculptures, etc. it is huge! Can easily spend 3+ hours here. Start on the second floor then spend whatever time you have left on the first floor. There were at least 70 + ROOMS of art—no kidding! We had lunch in the Terrace Cafe and enjoyed a delicious Brie and fig jelly grilled cheese sandwich. Their salads looked terrific. One man said he comes there at least once/week for lunch. They have outside seating for nice weather. Very worthwhile museum. Definitely recommend. Free admission and free parking on lot next to the museum.

We've been going to the art museum for years, both with and without children. The museum always has great traveling exhibits as well as an amazing permanent collection. We recently saw the Terracotta Warrior travelling exhibit and loved it. Art in Bloom is also one our favorites every year. The addition of the Rosenthal Education Center had been great for visits with the kids because we usually spend and hour or so looking at art and another half hour to an hour playing.

We visited the Art Museum to see the Terra Cotta Warriors exhibit, but spent some time seeing the rest of the collection. Wish we had time to go back another day. If you go, allow enough time to see everything. A wonderful way to spend the day.

What a fantastic Art Museum, and free of charge! A great and varied collection, with plenty to entertain young children. Loved it - highly recommended.

A good exhibit of work from Spain that will end on January 19 I believe. Is it the best exhibit we have seen here? Perhaps not but worth a look if nothing else but to marvel at some incredibly intricate work. If you are a member the exhibit is free and on Saturday and Sunday members can get in an hour early before the general admission is allowed in. We actually had the place all to ourselves this morning. If you aren’t a member you can still see the permanent exhibits for free which is still a deal for art lovers. Oh, parking is free also. The fact that the art museum is located in Eden Park is a major plus.And let’s have a shoutout to the staff who are exceedingly friendly and helpful:

My husband and I were in the area and had a few free hours so we stopped by the Art Museum and were not disappointed! So many beautiful exhibits and I was so surprised that it was free admission! I would definitely recommend going earlier in the day because it was pretty crowded and took a while to find parking when we went in early afternoon. Will definitely return if we're in the area again.

This was an excvellent traveling exhibition of prints & engravings, by Durer. The pieces of art had excellent sidecards with information about the artist and the relevance of the printing press and the Reformation. Larger print on the sidecards would be helpful for oldeer folks to read.

We had a few hours to pass in Cincinnati, and I took my dad and his 85 year old brother to the Cincinnati Art Museum. I was a bit nervous that they would be bored, but they truly enjoyed the wide variety of displays. They loved the furniture exhibits, especially that 85 year old uncle, because he's a furniture craftsman himself.

Both of them saw their first Picasso paintings, as well as a couple other better known artist. When one of the guides saw what a kick they got out of it, he pointed out a few more - and took our picture. Art museums don't always feel 'accessible' to non-art lovers; this one does not fall in that category.

The one exception: My uncle ordered the only thing he thought he would like on the menu at the cafe - a burger. He missed the 'veggie' part. It made a good story.

We loved this museum - very good selection of great art and beautiful building and location. We highly recommend

My wife and visited the museum on a rainy day, it had lots of interesting artifacts. Plan to spend some time viewing the museum, because it has multiple floors and the is a cafeteria there too.

One of those excellent free art museums of the USA. We have seen better though, but still great. The Renoir is fantastic.

The art museum has a very diverse collection of art that spans from archaeological finds, including Greek, Roman, Chinese and Japanese to modern pictures. Admission is free

We made the museum a destination during our visit because of the Terra Cotta warrior exhibit. For two adults and one child, it cost $40.00. The exhibit was magnificent. The detail - front and back on each warrior is amazing. The accompanying explanations were helpful to determine the reason for the warriors hand positions. Photography was allowed. Our 10 year old enjoyed the kids guide. We would not have stayed much longer except for the steep admission price. We spent more time in the museum and enjoyed it all. There is a beautiful view of downtown from the museum grounds.

The Cincinnati Art Museum was fabulous! Wonderful exhibit of the terracotta warriors!! Many extraordinary works of art. Absolutely well worth the trip!!

The steps were very busy with some tour groups and the parking lot was almost full when we arrived about noon on a Tuesday. On a recommendation at the desk we went first to the Cincinnati area and enjoyed the varied collection there. It has many fine examples of sculpture and painting as well as examples of Cincinnati’s role in carved furniture, popular in the mid-1800s. One section features prolific 19th century local painter Frank Duveneck and the tragic story of his young artist wife. You’ll also find contemporary art on the third floor. Well organized and maintained ... and you can’t beat free admission. We enjoyed three hours there.

Very nice museum. Beautiful lighting showing the beautiful artifacts. Loved the Pinocchio statue out front. The many paintings of the Native Americans was pretty awesome. The mummy was amazing.

Visited on a Thursday evening to see the Terracotta Warriors special exhibit. The tickets for the exhibit are free on Thursday evenings. Worth seeing! This museum is always free admission (except for special exhibits). They have a wonderful collection and have interactive screens throughout the museum. That kept my kiddos engaged. Go if you’re in Cincinnati!

Great range in the collection. Many activities for children. I particularly enjoyed the Asian art, contemporary pieces, and upscale food in the Terrace cafe - check out the bunny wall!

I had one day in Cincinnati and my original itinerary did not include this museum. I am sure glad I decided to go! It's a well-procured museum with works ranging from ancient artifacts to paintings to ceramics to furniture and more, I am partial to the medieval and renaissance European masters but I was no less impressed with the African, Asian, and American artwork that spanned centuries. The placards that accompany each piece are informative and interesting. I wish I had more time to spend here, but in the 90 minutes I did, every moment was enjoyable.

A very good museum. Learned so much about the arts in Cincinnati and I never knew. But in addition to the Cincinnati art exhibits, there is much, much more. Many famous pieces of art and/or artists represented here. And amazingly, it is free!

Renovated a few years ago, it’s a great collection and beautifully presented. I loved it! The special exhibit was an added admission fee, but, more than worth it.

I came twice for a school field trip and am now planning a day for myself to spend looking at all the art.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is a jewel. Parking can be tough. They do a great job with special exhibits. The Burning Man exhibit was wonderful - much better than the same exhibit at the Renwick Gallery in Washington DC.

This museum has some great art that is presented well. Its strength are the galleries that provide a survey of American art from the Cincinnati artists who came from this city. The museum also includes works by many famous artists. The musuem sits on the hill above/in Eden park so if you visit consider a stroll through the park where at several points you can get views of he city and the river.

Free parking and free admission to see art works from ancient Egypt to today's new artists. Very eay to walk form 3rd floor down- many small rooms with benches to sit on to admire what pleases you. Only one Monet, no Degas...my favorites.

I traveled to Cincinnati to visit a friend and went to this museum solo, having done no homework prior to my visit. The first surprise is that the museum is free, which is wonderful. After a quick review of the galleries, I settled on the American painting section. I'm an artist and painting is always my first focus. On my way there, I decided to take a quick detour through the Cincinnati Wing, where I "discovered" the painters Frank and Lizzie Duveneck, as well as two other female painters who were new to me from about the same time period. I was absolutely delighted with the work there but especially impressed by the informational cards next to each piece. They seemed to have been written by someone with an understanding of painting, which added greatly to my experience. I walked through the painting gallery which has several nice pieces, including a lovely portrait by Robert Henri, Since the museum is free, I stopped at the cafe for lunch, which overlooks a lovely courtyard. The food was very reasonably priced and good. I can't provide a review of the rest of the museum, but would love to visit again.

A recent trip to the Cincinnati Art Museum with a friend revealed way more of my favorite - French Impressionist art - than I ever expected. That, toped with a delicious lunch in the cafe, made for a fun and educational visit. Grab a friend and go!

We just returned from visiting the museum. The exhibits were absolutely magnificent. The assortment of types of art was amazing and the layout superb. The terra-cotta soldiers exhibit from China was extremely informative; not just your typical dry, shallow explanation that I've found elsewhere.

The only disappointment, and it was a huge one, was the cafe. We arrived 20 minutes prior to closing and were seated. Then the servers wandered around us, chatting and clearing tables. Never took our order, would not make any contact with us. Finally, after half an hour, we talked to another gentleman at an adjacent table that told us that it took him two hours to be served. Unfortunately both my wife and I were very hungry. So we had to cut our visit shorter than desired so that we could go down into town to the Banks to get something to eat.

I'll definitely revisit the museum on future return trips to Cincinnati, but will warn everyone to avoid their cafe at all costs.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is for me one of the best art museums in the US with collections of things that I never expected to find in this particular part of the country. The museum if well laid out across 3 floors & is completely free save the admission for some of the more specialty exhibits. Parking is an issue due to construction among other things, but if you can find a place to park be prepared to be awed by some of the things in this museum. I also liked the fact that the exhibit on Burning Man is scattered throughout the museum as well which is a nice touch. Overall, fight the parking & don't miss this museum in Cincinnati,

Free admission to see two floors of art. There is a small gift shop on the first floor. We were delighted to find some postcards! Free, ample parking.

The place is huge. It is free to get in and park. There was a kid event today so they were everywhere. It was super neat to see a Picasso. It was quite neat. There are three floors and room after room. If you love artist will give you a nice time.

We enjoy coming here since they have such a variety of art works. The kids area is unique and interactive and can entertain for a while.

Wonderful art museum and one of the best in the country. Admission is free, located in beautiful Eden Park. Art wise, there is a little something for everyone from French impressionist art, landscape art, Chinese art. Their religious art section is amazing and second to none and some of the best out there. Even features a section on local Cincinnati art depicting the rich history of the city and surrounding area. Well worth a visit and you need more than 1 visit to take it all in.

Although I live an hour and a half away from this art museum buying a membership was a better option than getting one at my own art museum. Not that I don’t appreciate our art museum but the Cincinnati Art Museum does have much more to offer especially their special exhibits. It’s also located in a beautiful park that adds to the allure. Even if you don’t want a membership here the permanent exhibits are free as is the parking. While there enjoy the city of Cincinnati.

We took the bus up (missed the bus stop... ask the bus driver to stop for you. He'll help you out) and walked all the way around the building before finding the construction entrance. There were parking signs--pedestrian signs would been helpful.
But after that, it was a great visit. There's a lot of wonderful art here for all types of interests. I'm always excited to visit pieces I've only seen on the internet in person. Allow a couple of hours to work your way through.

While in Cincinnati for business, I stopped at the museum one night when they were open late. I was not expecting to see so much--Warhol, El Greco, Diego Rivera, and so many more world class artists. And it's free, as art museums should be!! I will definitely go back if I return to Cincinnati.

We hadn’t initially intended to spend a lot of time here. We were walking through the park and decided to stop in. However we found a really great museum experience that the whole family enjoyed.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is exactly that - an art museum. The displays are well laid out and a pleasant way to spend the morning or afternoon. The price is right - free.

Oh my goodness, I was so impressed. They have a great collection here and it was such a quiet and nice atmosphere to spend a few hours. And it’s free! Definitely go. Staff were nice as well and great at answering question. Loved this.

My wife and I came to Cincinnati for our Anniversary weekend specifically so we could visit the Frank Duvoneck special exhibit. The museum is beautiful, the staff was most helpful and accommodating, and the exhibit was exceptional. It was a toss up for this or the Monet exhibit in Chicago and I am so glad to have been able to see it. Exceptionally well presented. Don't miss it!

We took our teen grandson to the Cincinnati Art Museum for his school project in art history and he was quite impressed. The museum has a wide range of paintings and other beautiful creations. It's a large building but the map they provide makes it pretty easy to get around to the different periods like modern, 19th century, American, etc. The staff was welcoming and very helpful. Admission is free except for special exhibits.

Do go see the Chinese Terracotta Army before it ends on August 12, 2018. This is one of the best exhibits they have had in recent years. The permanent collection and parking is free but it’s $16 adults/$8 seniors and students for this special exhibit. However, on Thursday nights from 5-8 pm I believe they have free entrance with tickets being given out at 4:30 pm/first come-first served. They are timed tickets so you have time to see some of the permanent exhibits while waiting. I actually got my ticket at 10:45 am(they say they open at 11am) and only had to wait until 11:30 am to see the exhibit. I believe they had school groups going in before 11. Also, it may be advisable to go on a week day early to avoid crowds. If nothing else go for the permanent exhibits in beautiful Eden Park. This is a gem.

Visited the Art Museum for the first time since moving to Cincinnati - 32 years ago! The museum is free to tour thanks to a generous donation. The building itself is impressive architecture.

We visited for the Burning Man exhibit, which has pieces in several different parts of the museum and makes for a great way to wonder the museum.

We came on a rainy Saturday afternoon and lots of people had the same idea! The parking lots were full, but the museum didn’t feel crowded. There were definitely people there, but it was no problem seeing the art you were interested in.

We came specifically to see the Art of Burning Man exhibit. My wife's son helped create one of the larger pieces (Capitol Theatre) and we all felt the display of the works was better than that of the Smithsonian's Renwick Gallery, where the works were first shown last year. Much to my delight, the Paris 1900 show, was the most beautiful and stunning collection of diverse works of the Belle Epoque period in France I had ever seen. The museum is a gorgeous spotless place with many great works in their collection, including several from Sargent and Hassam, and an amazing selection of Rookwood pottery, once a local company. Definitely worth many repeat visits.

We went to see the Terracotta soldiers and I also got to see two Van Gogh paintings so that was a bonus. Parking isn't the greatest and you cannot carry your backpack through the museum, I had my small camera bag in mine so that is the only reason I brought it in. They do give you a free locker though to store your backpack which was nice.

Exhibits were beautifully displayed. There were a variety of exhibits plus the featured ones. The building was spotless and the docents were very helpful. Also everyone was polite and friendly. Have not always found this at museums.

Really impressive varied art collection with a wonderful collection of artefacts and Art from all over the world. Took a break from viewing and sat outside on the cafe terrace viewing a water feature and small garden. The light snack - blueberry scone with a side of fresh fruit cup with an iced tea cup made a memorable light bite on what was a wonderful day. Unmissable.

our family had a age spread from 14 to 40 to near 70 and everyone had a great time and found many things to interest them I look forward to a return trip.

We tried out the Art Climb that was recently installed. We parked at the bottom along the free street parking and walked up. Others were jogging up it as part of their work out route. Not much art installed yet on the way up… only some nice benches to eat your lunch. At the top, several beautiful and unusual sculptures, some on loan from the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Garden. A great, family, outdoor COVID-friendly activity for kids 7+ .

Best sight we saw in Cincinnati!!!! What an incredible array of items, from ancient Egyptian works to Greek art to Renaissance masters and modern art. We also saw the Chinese Terra-cotta soldiers exhibit, which was outstanding. This museum is a gem. It's also in a great location, right in Eden Park, so it makes for a lovely time overall. If you're in Cincinnati, check this out!!

Very nice collection with informative descriptive labels and helpful staff. There were a couple special exhibits which were very interesting.
After spending a few hours enjoying the fine art, we decided to break for lunch. We went to the Terrace Cafe which was closing in 45 minutes. It was 2/3 empty and the food prep staff were idle so we were sure we had plenty of time. However, rsther than being sested we were told that we had to wait 20 minutes because we didn't have reservations. There was no one else waiting behind us. We were redirected to a coffee bar which only offered beverages, cookies and protein bars. Due to health issues this was an unacceptable option. Result was that the museum lost income for our (several adults) lunch and we left.
Very poor cafe management.

Creative art and many collections! It is worth to visit for 3-4 hrs. There are cafe and gift shop which I thought is really nice!

I've never appreciated art, in any form. But, my husband likes it. So, I come here to get some walking inside and he gets his art fix. There are a LOT of rooms with different periods and styles of art, so there is something for everyone.

I like Museums. This Art Museum was really impressive and enjoyable. The staff were friendly, the exhibits thought provoking. A large art collection stood out well. There surely is a active local involvement here as well.

This is a really phenomenal museum, especially in light of the free admission! Great section on the history of art in Cincinnati and its impact on artists in Europe and around the world. I'm not really an art buff but enjoyed my time here.

Every time we visit the Cincinnati Art Museum, we’re mad at ourselves for not going more often. We can’t recommend thus museum enough

A gem of a museum! The building itself is beautiful and its location affords excellent views of the city. There is an outdoor art walk going up steps to the museum that is fun for when the weather is good. The collection has a wide variety including some antiquities (Jordan, Egypt and Greek), a small but well mounted Islamic art exhibit, and some beautiful Asian pieces. But, to me, the Cincinnati focus was especially interesting. A large collection of Rookwood pottery was displayed with helpful information about this famous company, paintings with a Western focus and a passion for Japanese art are also part of the city’s history. The museum also contains a number of singular pieces by such well known artists as Diego Rivera, Salvador Dalí, Picasso, Van Gogh etc.
A lovely cafe serves yummy sandwiches and salads and they had a workshop space with programs for kids/families. All this and it was FREE! (Special exhibits had a cost)
I highly recommend this excellent museum!

Went to see the terracotta Warriors exhibit. Well worth the drive! As we were on a tight schedule we were unable to see any other exhibits. They have a lovely restaurant that’s reasonably priced.

I moved to the area recently and decided to visit this museum. I was very impressed by the wide range of exhibits! You must make a reservation online because of COVID, which I appreciated. Therefore, the place would sometimes seem like it was all yours! I was most excited about the local historical Cincinnati art which included paintings, sculptures, furniture, and clocks! There is also a lovely cafe with outdoor seating. I will defiantly be returning!

Terrific Museum with diverse collection. It's an excellent way to spend an afternoon wandering and discovering.

We live out of town and we were very excited to come here to see The Art of Burning Man Exhibit. We were not disappointed! We went on a Friday afternoon and the exhibit was free. It is in different areas throughout the museum. We got to see items from
the exhibit as well as the rest of the museum. There was a lot to see and it was all very cool and interesting. Unfortunately we realized after we left that we missed a few exhibits on the first floor. So make sure you check the map to see it all. This special exhibit is a must see! It will be here until September 2nd and both phases are now open. The front desk staff were very helpful. There is also a gift shop at the front of the museum. Location was great and parking was easy.

This is one of must place to visit while going through Cincinnati area. Beautiful view to walking around area.

A great afternoon activity. Great when hot outside. Love walking around and seeing the exhibits. A great way to spend a weekend!

Because of free admission, no one should miss this. Many great exhibits throughout the year. Nice restaurant.

An Excellent exhibit.
We truly enjoyed it.
Cincinnati Art Museum has outdone themselves once again; bringing in revolutionary art,

Admission is free so you can’t beat that. They have a wide variety of artists. John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper, Chagall, Monet to name a few.

We visited in between special Exhibits and there was still a lot to see !
I highly recommend lining up a Docent, ahead of your visit.
It makes such a difference hearing the stories behind the art pieces!
Maggie and Elaine are excellent Docents--- highly recommend them if you are lucky to get them!
The Museum Shop is also nice!
Enjoy..

This is a wonderful place. We saw the Terra Cotta Warrior exhibit. I also enjoyed the historical and local pottery exhibits. This is a lovely place to visit. The building and grounds are lovely. The staff is helpful and friendly.

Saw the Terracotta Warriors exhibit and its breath-taking. Its nice to see this type of exhibit in Ohio. Such a great museum as well. The exhibit is not free to see but the rest of the museum is free. Its a big museum and free parking as well. Well worth the visit and definitely wander outside to see the Ohio river view.

Although we live in Louisville we have had a membership at the Cincinnati Art Museum for several years. With all due respect Louisville’s Speed Museum has made great strides in becoming an art museum worthy of competing with other nearby cities yet it is still not comparable to Cincinnati’s art museum. Located in scenic Eden Park it sits on a hill and has exhibits and permanent collections that Louisville can only dream about. Today we were able to see Ansel Adams stunning photographs that we haven’t seen since our trip to San Diego years ago. Combine that with the amazing permanent collection and you have a winner.

I tend to visit art museums when I visit new cities. I love history and art museums are a great place to experience this. It’s not the the Metropolitan MOA, or the Smithsonian, but Cincinnati is not New York or DC. For a city this size, it’s a pretty darn good collection and worth seeing. In general, the art and cultural scene in Cincinnati are excellent compared to other cities this size.

The museum was beautiful! A wide variety of types of Art. But, our car was hit in the parking lot. Kinda put a damper on the experience. Your security was very helpful

I never thought my 2 1/2 year old niece would like the art museum so I didn’t bring here- I was WRONG! So many things for little kids - I’ll be back with her. But, I enjoyed my solo trip as I got to spend my time reading the descriptions and learning about artists and their ceations. The descriptions were ver assessible for a lay person providing insight into the life of the artist. The facility is well managed too: the building is beautiful, the bathrooms spotless, the on-site restaurant delightful.
I planned 3-4 hours but to really take it all in you would need a full day. I however recommend several smaller visits of 2-4 hours each- why rush it? I’ll be back, and next time, with my great niece!
Oh yeah- did I tell you it’s free?!

Wonderful gem in Cincinnati! Enjoyed the terra cotta exhibition; not a huge amount of warriors but extremely interesting. We also enjoyed the other art pieces and paintings throughout the museum. Finally,had a fabulous watermelon salad at the Terrace restaurant, great views and ambiance in the outside garden!

What a nice surprise! The museum building and setting are beautiful. The collections are really nice. We went for a special exhibit which has a charge (the rest of the museum is free) and was certainly worth the price. It wasn’t what I expected, but was totally satisfied with it! The art and the information created a great history.
It’s not an overwhelming museum but the collections are big enough to either introduce one to the art or make for a pleasant visit if you are familiar.

Visited the Art Museum for the first time since moving to Cincinnati - 32 years ago! The museum is free to tour thanks to a generous donation. The building itself is impressive architecture.

We visited to see the Terracotta Warriors exhibit which IS an exhibit you have to pay to tour...except on Thursdays from 5:00 to 8:00. The exhibit is impressive, and it’s hard to believe what was accomplished back in 250 BC.

I recently saw the Georgia O’Keefe photography exhibit there. Also on display we’re some of O’Keefe’s paintings. To be honest it wasn’t one of my favorite exhibits. The photos were small and many of them quite dark. Let’s face it she wasn’t known as a photographer as these apparently were used as studies of light and dark for her works. That being said the the permanent exhibits are very impressive and it’s situated in the picturesque Eden Park. Although I live over an hour and a half away I have a membership to this museum that I consider one of the best regional art museums around.

Free. I'd almost say world-class: surprisingly full of many examples from the various periods. Not too many masters: couple El Grecos, one or two Titians, one Reubens. Couple Monets (or Manets), I forget, I don't particularly like the Impressionists. Would absolutely go back.

We visited during the Art In Bloom event. Loved traveling through the museum looking at all of the displays. We were able to see so much. Beautiful old facility with new areas and updates.

We went there for the traveling exhibit of the terra cotta army, one of the coolest things we’ve ever seen. However signage to the exhibit was lackluster, parking was not good, and the exhibit security was functionally worthless.

We went for the special Rosenthal Family interactive event - the first Sat of the month. Did you know that it is free General Admission to the Cincinnati Art Museum?? YES!! FREE!!
The interactive exhibit was Ace Ramone, Mr Doodle Bug, the Boy and you! It had costumes, mascot heads, art projects for everyone to play with and make.
We then walked they the rest of the first floor. Be sure to go into the room where you lie on the floor, they play music and you look up while there is a light show on a star on the ceiling. It is fun and relaxing.
There was interesting Cincinnati history that we didn’t know and other cultural information.
Don’t miss the great quotes all over.
Be sure to check out the amazing (huge) Dale Chihuly piece in the front hallway.
They also have a very simple gift shop as you enter and leave off to the side. If you didn’t realize it was there, you could miss it.
Parking was also FREE! Great afternoon. Thanks all who support Cincinnati Arts!

We visited over this weekend to see the Terra Cotta warriors, and they absolutely didn’t disappoint. They were breathtakingly beautiful, and the way the display was set up, we were able to get super close to them. Our teens didn’t enjoy the museum much, but they’re uncultured heathens 🤷🏻‍♀️ This was the first ‘adult’ place we’d been to in a while, and we quite happily immersed ourselves in history and culture. The rooms were laid out in such a way that we were able to flow from culture to culture
seamlessly. 10/10 would visit again!

We visited the Cincinnati art museum over the Thanksgiving holidays. Saw the MAD magazine exhibition which was fun.
Thoroughly enjoyed the rest of the museum too.

We went especially to see the “Army” from China. While there were only eight of the figures, I believe the presentation afforded a better opportunity to view the figures than that of the burial site, which are viewed from a walkway above looking down on the figures. The art museum allows viewing all the way around and at eye level, the detail is amazing. In addition, an annex room contains many cases of period artifacts. We easily spent over two hours reading and viewing. Then we continued to tour the rest of the museum. There is quite a varied collection housed here. The museum its self is FREE, however, special exhibits do have a fee. Well worth the trip and fee paid. Enjoy!

Our Cincinnati Art Museum hosts many special exhibits. Current Burning Man exhibit gives an interesting insight into a world most would never know. Wander the museum halls mixed with Burning Man original items and documents along with a Van Gogh or 12th century art works.

There are two parts planned for this special exhibit. The current exhibit will be replaced by phase 2 after June 1st, 2019. There was so much to display that it required these separate dates. Phase 2 will show through September, 2019.

The museum is a delight even without the special exhibits. Schedule a luncheon at the cafe. Food is delicious and not expensive. Enjoy a glass of wine on the patio with you meal surrounded by stunning beauty.

Special events occur often and with a special donation has allowed all to visit free of charge.

Can’t beat this inexpensive afternoon for you and your family.

Our recent visit to the Cincy art museum was w/ a group & the museum did not disappoint.. I enjoyed the local Cincinnati group of artists & American art as well as the Impressionists. There is an impressive display of Rookwood Pottery, probably the best anywhere. This museum is a fine regional museum well worth seeing, especially if there's a great exhibit like the Chinese terra cotta warriors. .