Walk the Walk
The Cincinnati Art Museum opened its Art Climb on May 7, 2020. Since then, this civic and arts space has become a place for visitors to reflect and enjoy art and activity. When the museum’s in-gallery operations were temporarily halted to support public health during the pandemic, the outdoor landscape welcomed and connected the community.
The Museum is celebrating the Art Climb’s one-year anniversary with special programs and events all week long.
Last Days of Duveneck
May 4–9, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays)
The Cincinnati Art Museum will host the final days of the much beloved Frank Duveneck: American Master exhibition, which closes May 9. Advanced tickets/registration are required and sell-outs are expected. The exhibition opened on Dec. 18 and was extended in March. $5–10, free for members.
10x10 Teen Art Expo
May 4–9, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays)
This exhibit features 100 artworks from talented, young artists in grades 7–12 from a number of Greater Cincinnati schools. The project was organized by the 10x10 Team of volunteer teen art enthusiasts from around the city. The 10x10 Teen Art Expo is supported by US Bank. Free. Advanced registration is required.
Lunch Break on the Art Climb
Thursday, May 6, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Take a break and help Cincinnati Art Museum celebrates its recent recognition as a 2021 finalist for a National Medal for Museum and Library Service by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Kabobske, La Orangette, Pretzelfuls, and Graeter’s Ice Cream will have food for sale, while you enjoy music from DJ Arie. Special giveaways include cookies from Davis Cookie Collective, Art Climb water bottles, and gift certificates to the museum’s Terrace Café and Gift Shop. Snap a picture in the photo booth and share a museum story on the museum’s social media or website.
CCO2GO | CCO + Cincinnati Art Museum: Music @ The Climb
Saturday, May 8, 3–4 p.m.
Celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Cincinnati Art Museum’s Art Climb with the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra. The free concert features musicians performing on various landings among the 164 steps, including three quartet/quintets (strings, brass and winds) and a solo cellist. While safely social distancing, visitors are encouraged to move up and down the Art Climb and enjoy brief musical works.
Those who wish to visit the museum before or after the performance are asked to reserve tickets at cincinnatiartmuseum.org/visit.
Please note: The safety of the CCO musicians and guests is paramount. The CCO maintains social distancing for their musicians’ and patrons’ safety. Please be cautious and wear a mask to protect not only the musicians, but your fellow community members as you enjoy this unique musical experience.
Rosenthal Education Center (REC) Reopening
May 8–Oct. 31
After a brief closure (May 1–7), the family-friendly interactive space in the Cincinnati Art Museum welcomes a new installation by Christian Schmit, multimedia artist and educator, the 2021 Artist in Residence. Free. Advanced registration is required.
Adopt-a-Bee Program
May 3–31 (online)
Bee Inspired. Bee Vibrant. Bee Connected. Cincinnati Art Museum installed two new beehives on the museum grounds in a partnership with the Queen City Pollinator Project.
For $5, you can name one of the 60,000 bees who will reside in the museum’s two hives. Learn more at cincinnatiartmuseum.org/bees.