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FORT MITCHELL. Located just south of Cincinnati in Kentucky, this ventriloquist museum houses more than 500...

FORT MITCHELL. Located just south of Cincinnati in Kentucky, this ventriloquist museum houses more than 500 "vent" figures ­ the collection of the late William Shakespeare Berger, a local businessman and ventriloquism enthusiast. Visits to the museum are by appointment only May through September and must be arranged in advance.

Hours: May - Sep By Appointment

Payment Methods: Cash Only

COVINGTON. This Covington Park regional museum features pieces largely donated by collector William Behringer. Noted...

COVINGTON. This Covington Park regional museum features pieces largely donated by collector William Behringer. Noted exhibits include the Paleontology Gallery, the 19th Century History Gallery and the River Heritage Gallery. Displays are educational and feature a mix of interests, from local history to folk art and modern advancements. Fossils, minerals, Native American artifacts and Ohio River memorabilia are all on display.

Hours: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1pm-5pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

QUEENSGATE. Housed in the impressive limestone-and-glass Union Terminal, this complex of museums offers a wealth of...

QUEENSGATE. Housed in the impressive limestone-and-glass Union Terminal, this complex of museums offers a wealth of entertainment and educational opportunities. Reasonably-priced combination tickets grant admission to the OMNIMAX Theater, Cincinnati History Museum, Cinergy Children's Museum, Museum of Natural History & Science, Edge of Appalachia Preserve, and Cincinnati Historical Society Library. Check with the Museum Center for an ever-changing schedule of special events and enhancement programs.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 11am-6pm

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DOWNTOWN. This educational museum is housed in a former firehouse and offers exhibits to teach children the importance...

DOWNTOWN. This educational museum is housed in a former firehouse and offers exhibits to teach children the importance of fire safety. Interesting displays show fire fighting tips, the history of fire brigades and personal safety rules. Slide down a real fire pole or climb through a fire truck cab!

Hours: Tue-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat-Sun Noon-4pm

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DOWNTOWN. Cincinnati was an important stop along the Underground Railroad, and this fascinating museum chronicles the...

DOWNTOWN. Cincinnati was an important stop along the Underground Railroad, and this fascinating museum chronicles the history of escaping slaves and those who assisted them along their journeys to freedom. The museum is located downtown near the Ohio River, and permanent exhibits include "Slave Pen," "Escape! Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad," "Brothers of the Borderland," 'Everyday Freedom Heroes" and "The Struggle Continues."

Hours: Tue-Sat 11am-5pm

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DOWNTOWN. This popular arts center features works by nationally and internationally acclaimed artists, and the second...

DOWNTOWN. This popular arts center features works by nationally and internationally acclaimed artists, and the second floor houses a sculpture gallery. A non-collecting museum, the Contemporary Arts Center focuses on new works in the areas of painting, sculpture, photography, architecture, performance art and new media. It's renowned for an earlier exhibition of works by controversial artist Robert Mapplethorpe.

Hours: Mon 10am-9pm; Wed-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat-Sun 11am-6pm

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UPTOWN. This museum houses a range of pieces that represent the history and culture of the Jewish people. Exhibit items...

UPTOWN. This museum houses a range of pieces that represent the history and culture of the Jewish people. Exhibit items include art, coins, jewelry and memorabilia. It shares works with the Los Angeles-based Skirball Museum. Call for an appointment to view the collection.

Hours: Mon-Thu 8:30am-3:30pm By Appointment

EDEN PARK. In the Cincinnati Art Museum's 80 or so galleries, art-lovers can stroll through dozens of galleries. Works...

EDEN PARK. In the Cincinnati Art Museum's 80 or so galleries, art-lovers can stroll through dozens of galleries. Works span 6000 years and feature pieces from renowned artists such as Warhol, Van Gogh, Picasso, Rembrandt and Gainsborough. Special exhibitions are offered year round.

Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-5pm

EDEN PARK. There's something about vintage signs that draw people to them, encouraging them to imagine what life was...

EDEN PARK. There's something about vintage signs that draw people to them, encouraging them to imagine what life was like for the people who passed them everyday when they were in use. That's the beauty of this unique museum - there's plenty of nostalgia to go around. Signs on display include the likes of Elby's Big Boy, Ford, Holiday Inn and more. Tours are by appointment only, so be sure to call ahead. Tours take about 75-90 minutes.

Hours: Sat 10am-4pm

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DOWNTOWN. Opened in 1932, this museum houses works by master artists. Rembrandt, Gainsborough and Sargent are just a few...

DOWNTOWN. Opened in 1932, this museum houses works by master artists. Rembrandt, Gainsborough and Sargent are just a few of the world-renowned artists whose work is represented. Interesting Chinese and French pieces are included in the collection as well.

Hours: Wed-Sun 11am-5pm

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