Contemporary Arts Center, Cincinnati
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- Cincinnati
Contemporary Arts Center presents changing art exhibitions and public programs in downtown Cincinnati.
Its distinctive Lois and Richard Rosenthal Center building provides a destination for contemporary visual culture, performance and creative activities.
The photograph shows the building exterior during an earlier visit rather than the works currently displayed. Consult the current exhibition and visitor calendar before arriving at Walnut Street. Performances, workshops and family programs may require separate tickets or registration from gallery entry. Confirm installation closures, accessibility and the particular activity you want, and allow time to explore the building as well as the art.
Visitor details reviewed October 25, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Image credit: EEJCC / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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