Concours d'Elegance Proves Yet Again That Ault Park Hosts the Best Car Show

200 spectacular cars parked at Ault Park for the Concours d’Elegance car show Sunday.

The Play Library Makes OTR (And the World) a "Funner" Place For Us All

The Play Library, which recently moved to 1306 Main Street from Elm Street, brings an entirely different host of community activities to an ever-changing Main Street OTR.

White Whale Tattoo Inked 21c Museum Hotel Guests Yesterday for Charity

Guests to the 21c Museum Hotel showed up, got inked by master tattoo artists, and left with the warm feeling of knowing they made a charitable contribution.

There's a Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Home Just Sitting In the Woods of Lebanon

Why is there a hidden Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired, Usonian-esque house in Lebanon? For that answer, you need to ask Tony and Janet Collins, the current owners of the house at 2376 Manistique Lakes Drive.

Cincy Fringe Fest Kicks off 14-Day Event With Art, Live Music, and Endless Laughs

It was kinda weird, just like we hoped it would be.

Show-Goers Rocked Peak Festival Fashion the First Night of Bunbury (5.31.19)

The Bunbury Music Festival is as much about what people are wearing as it is who's playing. Let's review some of the best outfits of the first night of the three-day event.

The Best View of Cincinnati Might Be From David Burns' Backyard

David Burns spent decades searching for the house with the perfect view of the city and finally found it in Newport. After our visit to his home, we totally understand why he chose it.

Down To Mars Vintage Revives Styles to Dress up Main Street

Down to Mars Vintage is all about hand-curated unique clothing you won't typically find in other local retailers and boutiques. Imagine the stellar outfit of the day posts you'll be able to make after a single visit.

The Hubers Are Documenting Their Thoughtful Tudor Revival Renovation on Instagram

You don't have to know everything to renovate an old house, but an art, photography, and real estate background certainly helps. Throw in a construction expert and you have yourself a winning team like Courtney & Adam Huber.

Union Terminal's Fountain Erupts With Life For the First Time in Three Years (5.17.19)

The fountain's back! Summer can officially return to Cincinnati now.

How Does the Carew Tower Stack Up in Height to Other World Icons?

From 1930 to until 2011, the Carew Tower stood as the tallest building in Cincinnati. So how does the Carew Tower stack up to world icons and landmarks? Let's find out.

This Is, Without a Doubt, One of the Slickest Cincy Homes We've Seen

This is honestly one of the coolest modern homes we've ever featured on the site. Take a look at 1059 Celestial Street in Mt. Adams. It's unreal.

The Salzbruns Bought This Historic Clifton House and Made It a Modern, Attractive Home

The Salzbruns first settled on a design aesthetic (French Modern) and went about the business of brightening up the place. To change the interior from drab to fab, the couple turned to a team they've come to rely on for past projects

An Annual Music Festival Is a Big Reason Music Hall Exists Today

How did Cincinnati's arts culture start? Which organizations have been here the longest? One answer is the Cincinnati May Festival: the longest standing choral festival in the Western Hemisphere, and a big reason Music Hall was erected.

Photos: The 2019 DAAP "NEXT" Fashion Show at the Lunken Airport (5.3.19)

This year's DAAP fashion show walked the catwalk at Waypoint Aviation at Lunken Airport's first for the annual event.

The Taft Museum's Current Exhibit Highlights How Realism Evolved Into Abstraction

There are three more weeks of a significant exhibit at the Taft Museum of Art that has something for everyone.

Book Blvd Brings a Reading and Co-Working Space to Wyoming

There are a few independent bookstores in the Cincinnati area, but none that serve as a co-working and community event space with its own membership program. That is, until now.

Rediscovering the 12 Priceless Rookwood Fountains Inside Hughes High School

Hughes STEM High School in Clifton Heights has 12 glorious Rookwood fountains crafted by brilliant artists in the early 20th century. 13 years ago, local photographer Tim Jeffries photographed each one. Here's what they looked like.

See If You Can Guess These Cincy Locations & Icons

Relax! Take a load off and play a quick game. The rules are simple: we give you three zoomed in photos, you try to guess the building, place, or thing. Ready?

This Pleasant Ridge Novelties Shop Also Has an Ice Cream Window

Little Gray House might be small, but it is jam-packed with adorable gifts and novelties to discover.

An Over-100-Year-Old Newport Event Venue Wasn't Supposed to Be a Venue at All

Headquarters' building dates back to the 1870s, but these event coordinators are thinking of the future when it comes to breaking expensive venue stereotypes and even changing Newport's community for the better.

The Reds Hall of Fame Museum Deftly Captures the Magic of 150 Years of Hometown Baseball

The newly redesigned Reds Hall of Fame Museum at Great American Ball Park beautifully compiles historic Reds artifacts from the last century and a half to remind us why Cincinnati loves its baseball.

The Woodturner's Guild Teaches Local Women to Create Masterpieces

The women of the Kennedy Heights-based Ohio Valley Woodturners Guild (OVWG) are turning out beautiful works of art, all while helping to turn around some traditional gender stereotypes about woodworking.

Club B Threw an Incredible Cuban-Themed Party Inside an Airplane Hangar Last Night

Lunken Airport transformed into Havana, Cuba on Friday, April 12 for Club B, the Cincinnati Ballet's annual end-of-season bonanza. We went. We partied. We captured the magic for you to enjoy!

Styled by Mama Is About as Cute as Boutiques Get

A store as pleasing to the eye as it is to the youngsters it's for.

Lunken Airport Transforms Into Havana For the Hottest Party of the Year

Club B, the Cincinnati Ballet’s annual exclusive, end-of-season celebration, heads to Cuba for a very special dance party on Friday, April 12th. Club B is known for being one of the best parties of the year, and it's a unique opportunity to both support the Ballet and to rub elbows with the Ballet’s dancers. Past themes have included an '80s party and Ballet A Go Go (a 1960s theme).

After 58 Years, the Hamer House Is Visited By Its Cincy-Born Portland Architect

In 1961, a UC student designed & built a modest 885-sq-ft Midcentury modern house along Congress Run Creek. It was the first house he'd ever done. After 58 years, the architect returned to his hometown to see the well-preserved house once again.

Locally-Filmed Hollywood Movie 'The Public' Premiered at Taft Theatre (3.29.19)

A red carpet event was held on March 29th for 'The Public,' a locally-filmed movie starring Emilio Estevez and others. Scores of people came out to meet the actors and screen the film.

Neat Canned Food Sculptures Are Scattered Around Downtown Until April 14th

Canstruction is back! Architects, engineers, contractors, and others all came up with different ideas for sculptures made of canned goods and scattered them around Downtown lobbies. After April 14th, the canned food is donated to the Freestore Foodbank.

Models Strutted Sustainable Apparel at the 2019 Eco-Chic Fashion Show

Sustainable swag is worth celebrating. Cincy Chic's Eco-Chic Fashion Show did just that with a night full of shopping, runway-walking, and raising money for charity.

Mini-Cincy and the Cave Are Finally Back at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Miniature Cincinnati is probably our favorite permanent exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center, and it's finally back! The limestone cave also reopened, and Science Interactives gets additional content in the Dinosaur Hall.

Loveland's Elegant Work & Event Space Promotes Female Entrepreneurship

Mix up your workflow and party venue with this adorable rentable work and event space.

The Esquire Theatre Was Almost Replaced With a Wendy's 35 Years Ago

Everything about the story of the Esquire Theatre plays like a classic 1980s flick: beloved local spot closes down, big bad corporate suits want to make it something bad, and the community comes together to save it just in the nick of time.

This 19th Century Home in Covington Received a 21st Century Makeover

Tom Covert transforms old homes into stunning new ones without sacrificing its historic elements. His latest project is 1227 Holman Street in Covington.

A Ludlow Shop Makes Old Things New Again

The perfect home starts with a little customization and imagination. Thankfully, there is a family in Ludlow that will create the perfect piece of furniture you're missing.

Cincinnati's First Telethon for the Arts Is Tonight!

Cincinnati has a diverse arts community, from world-renowned professional organizations like the Cincinnati Symphony and Cincinnati Ballet, to groups that teach arts to children across the region (and everything in between).

An English Engraver Brought His Talent to Cincy in 1964 and Never Left

English-born Tony Gilson, who worked as an engraver for the Queen of England, came to America in 1964 and settled in Cincinnati. He's been engraving here in the Queen City ever since.

The Artists of White Whale Tattoo Are Among the Finest in Cincy

Their mission with the shop was to create a comfortable space where artists can grow into their craft while giving clients the artwork they want.

Rivertown Inkery's Storefront Is a Welcome, Trendy Addition to Oakley

Chances are you've seen at least a few of Rivertown Inkery & Apparel's shirts modeled around town and wondered where to nab one for yourself. Short answer: in this Oakley storefront.

Disney on Ice Brings 'Frozen' to US Bank Arena March 7-10

This March, you'll have the chance to see Disney On Ice presents Frozen visits U.S. Bank Arena.

DuBois Book Store Celebrates a Milestone After +60 Years in Business

What you might not know about this iconic Clifton business is that it didn't begin in Cincinnati. In fact, it didn't begin with a brick and mortar location at all.

A Nationally-Acclaimed Custom Home in Madeira Is Open to Tour Sunday

A house in Madeira recently hit the market and it is a show-stopper. Even major brands and designers are noticing the home, and you can check it out during its open house on Sunday, March 3 from 12 PM to 2 PM.

Tim Jeffries' Vintage Camera Collection Is Picture-Perfect

Tim doesn't just have an impressive collection of vintage cameras. He restores them and even modifies the operable ones to use modern day film.

Cincy's Premier Mid-Century Modern Show Returns for Its 25th Year

Mid-century modern artwork, furniture, and stylings are in vogue again, and anyone who loves the aesthetic will find something of worth at 20th Century Cincinnati at the Sharonville Convention Center.

The 200-Year-Old St. Xavier Parish Has an Old Church With a Colorful Past

Cincinnati's oldest Catholic parish tried moving its church from Vine and Liberty to 6th and Sycamore once. It didn't work out, so they built a better one.

Indigo Hippo Touts a Pay-What-You-Can System to Draw Everyone In

Indigo Hippos gives everyone—no matter how much money they have—the necessary materials to create art thanks to its pay-what-you-can system.

Queen City Photographer Recreates Old Photos Many Decades Later

Paul Briol spent many years photographing Cincinnati in the early-to-mid-1900s. Ronny Salerno, local photographer and published author, spent time recreating Paul Briol's shots to compare Cincinnati-then to Cincinnati-now.

A World of Beads Lets You Make Custom Jewelry on Vine Street

A store on Vine Street allows you to become the designer and actually create your own jewelry exactly the way that you want it.

Cincinnati's Oldest Business Has Operated Downtown for 200 Years

Bromwell's celebrates its bicentennial anniversary this year. To put that into perspective, the City of Covington just celebrated its 200th birthday in 2015. For further perspective, the city of Cincinnati wasn't even 30 years old when Bromwell's began.

A Former 1800s Shoe Factory Is Among the Finest Places to Live Downtown Today

These urban lofts downtown showcase the building’s history and contemporary charm in a well-blended style.

Drink Beer, Watch Circus in Bircus Brewing's New Theater Space

We visited Bircus Brewing over a year ago, but a lot has changed since then. Like, a lot. A new bar and a new entertainment space give a whole new reason to visit the region's wackiest brewery.

Rhinegeist Hosted MOVE, an Extravaganza of Aerial Acts and Dancing (2.1.19)

"We went to the brewery for drinks and a circus broke out." -Bob Schwartz

A Modern Family Lives in This Post-Civil War Era Clifton Mansion

Built after the Civil War, updated by a master architect, and owned by only four families since its construction, the Wayne-Rawson Villa is still kicking it as a family home today.

The Art Museum Threw a '90s-Themed Silent Disco (1.25.19)

Chickity China the Chinese chicken...

A Gorgeous 1920s-Era Westwood Property Was Preserved Thanks to Puppets

"The most sophisticated people I know—inside, they are all children." -Jim Henson

A Local Drawing Group Sketched the Sign Museum This Weekend

The Urban Sketchers is a non-profit that brings people together to a specific Cincinnati location to draw what they see. This weekend, they gathered at the incredibly photogenic American Sign Museum in Camp Washington.

Name These 10 Local Houses of Worship in 2 Photos or Less

No Googling!

Local Photographer Captures Artistry in Cemeteries Around Cincy

Local photographer Emily Griswold Templeton takes a macro look at cemeteries, sculptures, and vintage art in an effort to illustrate how intricate works of art were created because of tragedy and loss.

Larry Thomas' Photos of Cincy's Zoo Animals Are Wildly Beautiful

You know how you go to the zoo and expect to take epic pics of Fiona and all her animal friends, but when you look at them later, not even an Instagram filter will make them look post-worthy? That's not the case for local photographer, Larry Thomas.

America's Most Famous Architect Designed This Clifton Home in the Mid-1950s

Ohio, while it has several, isn't considered a treasure trove of Frank Lloyd Wright buildings. There is one in Clifton, though.

This Washington Park Building Is More Significant Than You Realize

Cities hide many of their most interesting features in plain sight. Behind every wall and window is a story not obvious to passersby on the street. A building on Race Street is a shining example of this.

Who Knew Closets Could Look THIS Awesome?

Your space is a reflection of your personality with the functionality and the aesthetics you value. Closets By Design understands this and distinguishes itself through a personalized approach to every project.

Cincy's Historic Rookwood Tea Room Is Two Scoops of Art & Ice Cream

This is arguably one of the most "Cincinnati" rooms in the entire city. Graeter's + Rookwood + Union Terminal? Yeah, that checks off three pretty iconic boxes right there.

Living Three Blocks From Hyde Park Square Would Probably Rule

Ah, Hyde Park—the neighborhood that puts a twinkle in every East Sider's eye. The place where a trip to Arthur's means an avocado bacon Hyde Parker burger with a stop at Lululemon to buy expensive stretchy pants afterward.

Best Dressed (December 2018)

December's best dressed peeps (and pets) were quite festive throughout the month!

21c Museum Hotel Kicked off 2019 With Gusto

To celebrate the end of 2018, 21c Museum Hotel threw a NYE party with a 1920s theme.

Cincy Refined's Year in Photos (2018)

WOW! What a year. We saw and did no small amount of great stuff in and around Cincinnati in 2018. Here's a selection of some of our favorite photos from stories and events we covered this year.

Locals Made a Killer Space Llama Film & Put It on Amazon for Over $1 Million

To be specific, they made a film about a killer llama from space and put it on Amazon for a million dollars *and 99 cents.*

This Over-135-Year-Old Hotel at 6th & Vine Never Looked Better

At first glance, it's impossible to tell the Cincinnatian is as old as it is. That's thanks to a $6 million renovation that brought it into the 21st century.

One Year Ago: A Look Back on the Success of BLINK Cincinnati

Exactly one year ago today, BLINK kicked off what would develop into a magical four days in Downtown Cincinnati. With this year's announcement that BLINK is returning in 2019, we briefly reminisce about last year's amazing event.

7 Local Painting & Drinking Spots to Check Out

It isn't alsways easel to find fun painting classes around town, so hopefully this helps.

An Inspired Local Jeweler Makes Everything Herself

You may not consider where your jewelry comes from, how it’s made, or who even put it together. When you get a piece of jewelry from Ella Jewelry, though, you'll know the artisan who assembled it herself.

Fathom House Art Gives a Voice to Underrepresented Artists

Liberation. Sisterhood. Art. These are the key components of Fathom House Art's DNA.

From Beer to Ballet, Remnants of a Historic Cincy Brewery Find Modern Purpose

The corner of Liberty Street and Central Parkway has long been a shelter for some of Cincinnati's most beloved treasures...

Architectural Digest Cover? Nope, That's a Laney Reusch Home

Laney Reusch has years of experience taking rooms from "blah" to "wow." Just take a look at what she can do.

A German Potter Once Lived in This OTR Home That's Now Listed for Over $1 Million

1418 Elm Street was built in 1859, but nothing about it feels dated. It has all-new appliances and finishes with the added benefit of having a long history in the Queen City.

The Zoo's Festival of Lights Is Otherworldly After a Snow

Best Dressed (November 2018)

We were so thankful for these amazing looks this month.

The Best of Union Terminal's Week of Nightly Light Shows

If you missed seeing the light shows projected onto the face of Union Terminal this month, we got you.

Life's Ruff, So Here Are Some Adorable #DogsofCincy

We are not entirely sure how these dogs were able to use a phone to set up their own Instagram accounts, but we are glad they did.

A Trendy Clothier Works out of Her Colorful Bellevue Home

When you’ve been sewing since you were 5, it only makes sense to make a profit from your talents.

A Newport Antique Shop Prides Itself on an Ever-Changing Stock of Treasures

You never know what Tesori has at any given time. That's why returning to it again and again is so satisfying.

It's Hard to Find a Better Cityscape Photog Than Aaron Duesing

He's a man of few words because his photos are worth a thousand apiece. Heck, they might even be worth more.

We Love the Newly Reopened Union Terminal

The Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal is back and better than ever before thanks to years of hard work by a dedicated team. It celebrated its grand reopening on Saturday, November 17, 2018.

A 72-Year-Old Tradition Returns to Union Terminal For Another Year

As construction grinds to a halt, the Cincinnati Museum Center gains steam with a new take on a classic tradition. The Holiday Junction featuring the Duke Energy Holiday Trains begins chugging on November 17.

Mariemont's Coolest Toys on Earth Holds up to Its Namesake

No matter who’s on your shopping list this holiday season, mark them off with a fun gift from this Cincinnati toy store.

Downtown's Lavish City Club Apartments Are Next-Level

City Club's apartments are so boldly designed, if you look up the word "luxurious" in the dictionary, you'll likely see the following photos

The High Schools We Went to Weren't Nearly as Pretty as Withrow

Cincinnati's age-old question to determine who you know and where you're from: "Where'd you go to high school?" If you get to say "Withrow," we envy you.

10 Homes We've Visited That Blew Our Minds

From Newport, KY to Springfield, OH, we've seen our share of incredible homes. Trying to pick favorites is hard because of the fierce competition. Regardless, we hand-picked ten homes that absolutely stunned us for their own reasons when we visited them.

This Renovated North Avondale Swiss Chalet Is a Rarity

Just two years ago this house was in shambles. Now it’s a superbly restored, future-proof wonder.

Oakley's Duck Creek Is a Hidden Graffiti Wonderland

What was once a robust, natural artery connecting the Norwood flood plain to the Little Miami River is today an impressive, colorful collection of graffiti hidden from sight.

A Lower Price Hill Manufacturer's Empathy Helps Make Everyday Products

Empathy allows us to understand how others feel. It’s core to our humanity. Couple empathy with accomplished innovators and visionaries, and you have success that’s built upon the bedrock of taking time to understand and serve a community of people for the greater good. Nehemiah Manufacturing Co. has precisely that special brand of empathy.

A New York Fashion Expert Opened an Exquisite Jewelry Shop in OTR

There’s a story behind each piece of jewelry Jenna Shaifer sells at Ombré Gallery. And she’s really good at telling them.

Best Dressed (October 2018)

See who made this month look so good.

There’s a Reason These NKY Apartments Have "View" in Their Name

These Newport apartments are only a short walk from the Levee and even closer to becoming some of the most enviable places to live in town.

A Northside Home Features a 1950s Era Kitchen & Cozy Library

1730 Hanfield Street is a conversation-starter. That said, let's have one about it.