Taft Museum

This former home of Nicholas Longworth and Charles Taft has long played an important role in the history of Cincinnati.  Built in 1820 it is the oldest building in downtown Cincinnati. This Federal style building was home to Nicholas Longworth who developed the hill behind his property (now Mt. Adams) into a vineyard to produce grapes for his then famous Catawba sparkling wine.

Longworth built an amazing building in top of the hill for his daughter to create the world famous Rookwood Pottery Company. The wealthy and political Taft family purchased the property in 1873 and owned it until 1929.  William H. Taft accepted his presidential nomination at the building in 1908.  The Tafts donated the home and most of their art collection to the city of Cincinnati in 1927.

It now is one of the finest historic house museums in the country, housing famous European paintings, fine early American paintings, and fabulous murals by Robert Duncanson painted directly on its walls.  They also have fine collections of Chinese porcelains, European decorative arts, and much more.

The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the Lytle Park Historic District.  The Museum is always featuring special exhibits that give a fresh look to the museum with its amazing art collections.

Full-size art prints and more photographs of the Taft Museum are available as a part of my Cincinnati Collection.

Tyler Davidson Fountain

The center of Downtown Cincinnati, the Tyler Davidson Fountain, was a gift to the people of Cincinnati by Henry Probasco in 1871. The fountain was named in the honor of his brother-in-law and business partner Tyler Davidson.

The fountain was cast in bronze in Germany and skillfully moved and assembled in Cincinnati. It was originally in an esplanade in the middle of Fifth Street and eventually moved to a new public square named Fountain Square. 

Fountain Square and the Tyler Davidson Fountain have gone through several renovations and relocations of the fountain.  Today the fountain is a symbol of Cincinnati.  A gathering point of visitors and residents alike,  She is an enduring fixture that welcomes all to downtown Cincinnati. 

Full-size prints and more photographs of Tyler Davidson Fountain are available as a part of my Cincinnati Collection.

Cincinnati City Hall

This magnificent stone building houses the Cincinnati City Council and numerous city government offices.  It’s massive entries and towering clock tower welcome all Cincinnatians to visit and take part in the city government.

Built in 1893, this Richardsonian Romanesque architectural style building is built to last.  Its massive stone blocks are artistically assembled to make a handsome building that portrays the power of our City Government.
 

The center courtyard and large windows flood the interiors with natural light.  Its impressive marble staircases and large stained glass windows create a sense of awl to all who enter this landmark building.

Full-size art prints and more photographs of Cincinnati's City Hall are available as a part of my Cincinnati Collection.