This fun Cincinnati Zoo poster shows the Toucans from their amazing "Wings of the World" exhibit. The so called "bird house" was just renovated in 2022 and the best part is that most of the exhibits allow you to walk inside and be in the birds' habitat. Most people remember the humidity and smell, I remember the incredible cacophony of sounds.

This is just a fun print of Bengal Tigers swimming in a pool in California. Taken years before our beloved football team made it to Super Bowl LVI, maybe this was a sign that we were destined for LA? I sure hope there are tigers out there hanging in Arizona, Nevada, Louisiana and whatever the NFL picks for the next 100 championship games. Who Dey!

This Geometric Art (created by Cincinnatus Kidd) is one of Cincinnati's most iconic brands. Introduced in 1946, Tide quickly became a household name which now accounts for almost 15% of the global market. The bullseye logo was created by Donald Deskey, a well known Cincinnati Architect and Industrial Designer. I always cheer for the "Tide Ride" in NASCAR. It's known by different names around the country including "Alo" in Turkey and In Poland, it is sold as "Vizir". In Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore, it is sold as "Fab".

Ted Turner is a well known billionaire but not everyone knows that he was born in Cincinnati. He founded CNN, TBS and TNT. He formally owned the Atlanta Braves and WCW wrestling. For many years he was the largest land owner in America and used much of that land to reintroduce Bison, and then opened a Bison restaurant chain, Ted's Montana Grill. He is a well-documented philanthropist and environmentalist. Out of all the great things he's done, my favorite is starting the animated show Captain Planet and the Planeteers, to teach kids lessons about protecting the world.

Joe Robbie Stadium. Miami, Florida. Bengals vs the 49'ers. Joe Montana to John Taylor with 34 seconds left for the winning touchdown still hurts.

One of the nation's biggest art festivals, Cincinnati Summerfair boasts hundreds of vending artists and 20,000 guests. There are multiple juried categories ranging from ceramics to leather. It started in 1968 in Mount Adams and later moved to Coney Island. Each year we look forward to the unveiling of the Summer Fair poster, not only because it signals the beginning of summer, but because it brings so many people together in the celebration of art and food.

Cincinnati's most loved woman, Ruth Lyons, was a broadcaster who paved a new path. She went to Eash High School (now Withrow) and shortly attended UC. Ruth is known to be the inventor of the talk show with her "50/50 show". She became a powerful advertising force and any product she attached her name to would sell off the shelves. She was a very successful fund raiser and paved the way for so many. We miss you, Ruth, but your legacy lives on.

Born with the name Leonard Franklin Slye, Roy Rogers would go on to become one of the most famous Americans of his time as a singer, actor, and television host. Leonard was born into a poor family who lived in tenament housing on 2nd Street, where Riverfront Stadium was later built. He joked that he was "born on second base". When he was young his father and uncle built a houseboat from salvaged lumber and the family traveled the river to resettle in Portsmouth, Ohio. Roy Rogers would go on to became known as "The King of the Cowboys" appearing in over 100 films and numerous radio and television episodes of The Roy Rogers Show as well as comics, chapter books, and every piece of merchandise you could imagine - from lunch boxes to cowboy toy sets. In many of his films and television episodes, his wife Dale Evans, his Horse, a Golden Palomino named Trigger and his German Shepherd named Bullet co-starred. Later in life he sold his name rights to a fast food chain! Yeehaw!

This poster was a hard one to find. Back when then Bengals first started and didn't have striped helmets. Supposedly, the striped helmets were presented the first year the team was created in Cincinnati, but Paul Brown still owned the equipment from the Browns, which was just plain orange. So he took those Browns helmets, added a secondary color of black to it and placed a "Bengals" sticker on the side, just to spite Cleveland. Maybe that's true, maybe not, but nobody could play the psychological game as well as Mr. Brown. I wonder if he would like the White Bengal helmets we're about to reveal? I sure do!

Opening Day 2009 Poster. Led by coach Dusty Baker, this team had Bronson Arroyo, Jay Bruce and Brandon Philips. Note some of the Reds icons on the poster - Johnny, Pete, Marty & Joe. This could have been a great year, but we unfortunately went 78-84. The next year, 2010, was a season of redemption as we made it to the post-season.

Fredric J. Baur was given the task to make a superior potato chip and hence, he came up with the "Pringles Newfangled Potato Chip". Surrounded by controversy over whether it can be called a "chip", P&G changed it to a crisp after its original taste was improved by Alexander Leipa of nearby Montgomery. In a can that is a hyperbolic parabloid, these crisps have more brain-power behind them than NASA's flight to the moon.

The 2010 Cincinnati Reds season was the 141st season for the franchise in Major League Baseball, and their 8th at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Reds clinched the NL Central Division and a trip to the MLB postseason on September 28 by a walk-off home run from outfielder Jay Bruce. This was the first time the Reds had been in the postseason since 1995. 2010 ended with a loss in the NLDS, but it's still fun to watch the Reds make it into October.

The Reds won the National League pennant with a 93–61 record but lost the World Series to the Yankees. But this was the beginning of a great era.

The Cincinnati Red Stockings of 1869 were baseball's first all-professional team, with ten salaried players. The rest were just a bunch of lawyers. I feel like there's a joke there somewhere. I would try, but then my uncle would get mad at me.

Founded in 1976, this is the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the US with half a million people participating in the festitivies. Thousands of pounds of sausages, sauerkraut, potato pancakes, Limburger cheese, pickled pigs feet, soft pretzels, jumbo pickles, brats, metts and strudel are consumed in one weekend. But the big claim to fame is the world record for the largest Chicken Dance in 1994. I still wonder why we call it Oktoberfest when it's actually held in September.

Founded in 1976, this is the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the US with half a million people participating in the festitivies. Thousands of pounds of sausages, sauerkraut, potato pancakes, Limburger cheese, pickled pigs feet, soft pretzels, jumbo pickles, brats, metts and strudel are consumed in one weekend. But the big claim to fame is the world record for the largest Chicken Dance in 1994. I still wonder why we call it Oktoberfest when it's actually held in September.

Once upon a time named, Chad Johnson, Ocho Cinco was one of the most exciting players to ever hit the field. Drafted in the 2nd round in 2001, by his second season he became our number one receiver. In 2003, he set a Bengals franchise record by recording 1,355 receiving yards. Johnson surpassed his franchise record in 2005, recording 1,432 yards. He led the AFC in receiving yards for four consecutive seasons, and he made the Pro Bowl five straight times from 2003 to 2007. Johnson finished the 2006 season with 87 receptions for a league leading 1,369 yards and seven touchdowns. He was the first Bengal ever to lead the NFL in receiving yards. Johnson and Houshmandzadeh also became the first Bengals teammates to each amass over 1,000 receiving yards in the same season. On July 24, Johnson legally changed his last name from Ochocinco back to Johnson. Ochocinco went on to media and was featured as the guest host of WWE Raw on September 13, 2010. We love you, Ocho!

Steve Logan, Jason Maxiell, Leonard Stokes, assistant coach Mick Cronin and head coach Bobby Huggins. Now this was a fun team. They won the division and entered March Madness a #1 seed, but the Bearcats were upset in the second round by UCLA, 105–101 in double overtime. The Bearcats finished with a 31–4 record. March Madness brings so much happiness and yet, so much pain.

This Sports Illustrated calls her "The Red Menace" but I've heard her called worse. In 1981, Marge bought a minority interest in the Reds and on December 21, 1984, she purchased a controlling interest for a reported $11M, making her managing general partner, and becoming the first woman to buy an MLB team. Marge's career was riddled with unsavory quotes. No matter what you thought of her, we did win a World Series under who ownership and we all loved her Saint Bernard, Schottzie.

Although this Pro-Bowler was with the Bengals for only two seasons, Lorenzo Neal blocked his tail off and helped Corey Dillon rush for over 1,000 yards both times. Everyone was devastated when the Bengals couldn't re-sign him for the 2003 season, but Mr. Neal gave us everything he had while he was here. Thanks for the memories Lo-Lo!

Circa 1975 Kings Island Prize Teddy. The intial idea for the theme park came in 1964 after a huge flood at Coney Island. Most of the rides from Coney were moved north to the new site and in 1970 a contest was announced to name the park, "Kings Island" for its recognition of the Kings Mills area as well as its predecessor Coney Island. From it's modest beginning it has grown to over 100 attractions including fourteen roller coasters and a 33-acre water park. The park holds several world records and sees 3.5 million guests a year. One being for the amount of money you have to spend just to win this stupid prize for your significant other or your kids. I'm trying, okay! It's not easy to keep the spray gun in the center, darnit!

We love pennants. This must be the first one made for a zoo. I don't know who designed it, but the color they chose is quite stunning. It has a certain timeless quality that must have been intentional. As always, way to stay classy, Cincinnati Zoo!

Since 1899 - At the turn of the last century, George Durban was the gardener for a well-to-do Clifton family. When he wasn't tending their grounds, he was growing his own plants and flowers on the side, a hobby that would prove to be much more. Eventually, George saved up enough money to build his own greenhouse, accommodating his growing collection of flowers and plants. When wife Mary asked, "What are you going to do with all of these flowers?" George got to work selling them.

The Cardinal is Ohio's State bird but this flirtacious avian also belongs to Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. But we still love them!

These are Cincinnati's favorite love bugs. Married artists Charlie and Edie Harper had a show in their honor at the Art Academy in OTR showcasing the couples "Formative Years" (1940-1947). Famous for their modern forms and depictions of wildlife in a contemporary way, Charlie calls it "minimal realism". Most people love the Cardinals, but my favorite is the Preying Mantis.

Born into the aristocracy, Toulouse-Lautrec broke both his legs around the time of his adolescence and, due to an unknown medical condition, was very short as an adult due to his undersized legs. In addition to his alcoholism, he developed an affinity for brothels and prostitutes that directed the subject matter for many of his works. Recording many details of the late-19th-century bohemian lifestyle in Paris, his post-impressionistic style is well worth seeing.

This poster is from the inagural season of the new home stadium of the Cincinnati Reds. Ken Griffey Jr. recorded the first hit. Adam Dunn hits the longest home run in Great American Ball Park history with a distance of 535 feet and lands it in the Ohio RIver. In 2015, GABP hosted the MLB All-Star game. This ballpark already has some special moments!

Hudepohl Brewing Company is a brewery established in Cincinnati in 1885 by founder Ludwig Hudepohl II. Hudepohl was the son of Ludwig Hudepohl who emigrated from Malgarten, Kingdom of Hannover, in 1838. Ludwig II had worked in the surgical tool business before starting his brewery. Hudepohl combined with Schoenling Brewing Company in 1986. The brewery name is also said to be the origin of the "Who Dey" chant done by fans of the Cincinnati Bengals. Maybe we've been saying it all wrong - should it be "Hude"?

Blake was a member of seven teams during his career, playing his longest stint with the Cincinnati Bengals from 1994 to 1999. During his Bengals tenure, Blake was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1995. He holds the record for the longest Pro Bowl touchdown at 92 yards. He once threw me a pass in the parking lot of a Blue Ash office center - it nearly ripped my skin off! Damn, he can throw a football.

Known as the Ringmaster for his reality TV show, Jerry Springer has lived a full life - from politics to celebrity media. To Cincinnatians, we will always think of him fondly as the successful politican and media mogul who wrote a personal check one too many times.

A Cincinnati native, this comedian has thrived in stand-up, television, film and music. If you haven't seen any of his comedy specials, then you're missing out. If you don't believe me, then let me say this: If you started doing comedy in Avondale with a first name, Micah, and made it all the way to the big leagues, you have to be funny. (Small tidbit, our GM's name is Micah, so you can call him Katt if you want).

Ken Griffey Jr. sat in the clubhouse for back-to-back World Series as his father and "The Big Red Machine" dominated in 1975 and '76. He was raised to be a ball player and was a stand out at Moeller High School. Griffey is arguably the most commercially successful player of all time and helped shape a new image for baseball. He was the coolest, remember his sneaker the Nike Air Griffey Max?

Outfielder for the Reds during the "Big Red Machine Era" where he won three division titles and two World Series championships between 1973 and 1976. Ken Griffey Sr. bounced around a few more teams but came back to the Reds to join his son Ken Griffey Jr, becoming the first father-son players in professional baseball. Anyone in Cincinnati will tell you, the Griffeys are a special family.

"Old Main" was built in 1874 and demolished in 1955. A true Cathedral to literary works, The Cincinnati Library boasted spiraling staircases that connected 5 floors of cast iron walkways and bookshelves. Light poured in from the roof through iron-domed sunroofs. The floors were massive checkered marble slabs. The Enquirer wrote "One is impressed not only with the magnitude and beauty of the interior but with its adaptation to the purpose it is to serve”. This is one buidling I wish we could have kept.

This poster was released in 1988, 200 years after the city's founding. It features tons of companies and brands, many of which have changed names. This is a fun one to look at for awhile to see how things have evolved. For some reason, my eye always goes to Gold Star Chili - yum! Here's to 200 more years Cincinnati!

Possibly the best name in baseball, Wily Mo Pena came to play ball by way of the Dominican Republic. He covered for Ken Griffey Jr when he got injured and notably got a base hit on his first at bat as a pinch hitter. Way to go Wily!

"I came for the magic but stayed for the music", I think that says it all.

The name alone can send flashbacks to almost all Cincinnatians. Originally started by German-immigrant brothers, Chuck and Lou Burger in 1880, they were simply in the malting business. After Prohibiton ended, President of the company, W.J. Huster decided they needed to get into the brewing business. In 1934, they took over the Lion Brewery and by 1942, Burger produced 460,000 barrels and was the 28th largest brewery in the United States. Some of its best labels were Bürger Bohemian, Bürger Bräu, Burger Ale, Burger Bock, Burger Tap, Bohemian Tap, and Burger Ice. But in true Cincinnati fashion, they also paid homage to the old Lion Brewery by producing Red Lion Ale. There's something special about Cincinnatians - we care more deeply about our heritage, in a more geniune way, than any other city of citizens I know.

Bootsy Collins got his start with his brother "Catfish" in James Brown's band and then later with Parliament-Funkadelic. Bootsy goes on to create his own band and collaborate with a wide variety of artists over the years. Flamboyant and exciting, Bootsy and his bass guitar are national icons. He's appeared in mutliple films and is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland (or, that town with which we don't speak).

Bockfest is an annual beer festival held in Over-the-Rhine on the first full weekend of March. It is the oldest German-style bock beer festival in the United States, drawing an estimated 20,000 attendees in 2013 and 30,000 in 2014. Bockfest originated from the 1992 special release of a beer by Hudepohl Brewing Company under the name of the Christian Moerlein Brewing Company, the largest pre-prohibition brewery in Cincinnati. Bockfest is a celebration of bock beer, Cincinnati's brewing heritage, the OTR neighborhood, and the coming of Spring. I can still smell the spilt beer in Bockfest hall. Smells like... Victory!

Daniel Carter Beard Bridge (named after the founder of the Boy Scouts and known colloquially as the Big Mac Bridge), is a yellow twin span steel bowstring arch bridge crossing the Ohio River in Cincinnati, Ohio. It carries Interstate 471 between Cincinnati and Newport, Kentucky. As to the origin of its nickname, the yellow arches are said to be similar to the "Golden Arches" logo of a McDonald's restaurant. So, the next time you get stuck in traffic crossing over the Big Mac, just repeat after me: "I'm NOT lovin' it!"

Originally a small print shop, and called The United States Printing Company, three years later, in 1894, the playing card business had grown to such proportions that it was separated from the Printing Company and became The United States Playing Card Company. Residing downtown on Race Street, Bicycle playing cards were sold in a variety of designs, the most popular being the "Rider Back" design that features figures riding on Bicycles. Although they are based in Erlanger, Ky now they stand as a legacy business for Cincinnati.

Possibly the Cincinnati area's biggest star power is our connection with the Clooney family and more specifically, George Clooney. George was born in Lexington, but went to school at nearby Augusta High. He then went on to NKU and UC. He got his first role in a small film shot in Augusta but he truly skyrocketed to stardom when he played Dr. Doug Ross on ER. There's no doubt he's A list. On a side note, I'm glad he didn't make it in his tryouts with the Reds back in 1977, because twenty years later, he got to be none other than The Batman. You're still the best one, GC! Oh, and thanks for Casamigos as well. Is there anything you can't do?

Our Magnificent One from the legendary "Magnificient 7". Amanda Borden was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. She attended Finneytown High School where she was on the A-honor roll, the National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society. Borden was also her high school's homecoming queen. Wow! She began gymnastics in 1984, and trained under coach Mary Lee Tracy at the Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy. She wasn't selected for the 1992 Olympics at age 15, but in 1996 she led the team as captain. Borden and her teammates went on to become the first American women's gymnastics team ever to win a gold medal. Proud doesn't come close to describing our feelings for Ms. Borden.

Nicknamed "The Big Donkey", this Houston native called Cincinnati home for 7 years. A big swinger, we love him for two reasons - first, his grand slam to beat the Indians; second - the famous phone call he made to Marty's "Banana phone" during a rain delay. If you haven't heard it, you have to listen. That's what makes you a Reds Hall of Famer and number one in our hearts, Adam!

With Ken Anderson as our quarterback, this team went 11-3, their best record since the Bengals were formed. They won the Wild Card, but lost the next game to Oakland 31-28. 6 years later, "Kenny" would lead them to the Super Bowl. Unfortunately, The Walsh/Montana era was just beginning as well. Talk about bad timing!

Heat Advisory: This sexy 4 member boy band found worldwide success with multiple platinum albums. Brothers Nick and Drew Lachey and Justin Jeffre all went to Cincinnati's School of the Creative and Performing Arts. It's okay boys, you're no longer the Invisible Man.

The 1913 Cincinnati Reds wasn't the best season for the home team. Finishing seventh in the National League with a record of 64–89, 37+1⁄2 games behind the New York Giants made you want to smoke an entire pack of Fatimas. However, six years later, they got their revenge by finishing ahead of the Giants and then winning the World Championship against the White Sox in 8 games.

The Reds won! But the game was famously fixed by the Chicago White Sox. Eight of the Sox were found to be involved and were banned from baseball and the Hall of Fame forever, most notably Shoeless Joe Jackson. The fix was set up by New York City crime boss Arnold Rothstein. To those Reds faithful, I must say - who cares? A win's a win, baby!

The Bengals' inaugural season with Paul Brown as coach. Our beloved football team called UC's Nippert Stadium home until Riverfront Stadium was built in 1970. The team recorded their first regular season win at home against the Denver Broncos. Who Dey!

The Anderson Ferry has been in continuous operation since 1871 and is the last ferry in an area that once had many. Just 8 miles from downtown the ferry serves its original purpose of helping people and cars cross the river but is often a novelty enjoyed by families and motorcyclists out for joy rides. It's also a shortcut for any Westsider who is going to the airport. This photo shows Boone no. 5, as they've had to upgrade boats over the years. The cost in the modern day is $5 a car for a one-way crossing. I remember when it was only 5 cents.

The railroad ran from Bellaire (east point) to Zanesville (west end). The name changed to the Ohio River and Western Railway in 1903, later including a full state-wide network. Zanesville was big in pottery and by 1910, Sam Weller's production facility manufactured more pottery than anywhere else in the world. I love how one industry can help grow another.

Unknown photographer and subject. This was bought on Main Street by an Art Academy student in 2015 and was known to be depicting a friend of the photographer who was also an Art Academy student. Youthful energy is always important to a successful city.

If anyone has ever doubted the toughness and difficult schedule of the Bearcats, just check out this 2002 Schedule poster. They went 6-8 this year, but when you begin with TCU, West Virginia, and Ohio State, I don't know how you get back onto the field for the next game. Way to hang tough, boys! BTW, Ohio State was a close one with a 19-23 score. Looks like the Buckeyes finally got their revenge after losing to the Bearcats back in 1896.

Cincinnati is a very religious city due to its heavy Germanic influence. All religions are well represented around town, but the Catholic Church has dominated with a total of 214 current parishes. That requires quite a bit of lumber and wax polish to take care of!

This is an aluminum plat from a page of printed Braille produced at Cincinnati's very own Cloverook Printing House. They produce books, magazines, and other materials for the National Library Services and braille patrons worldwide while providing employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. Sometimes our Cincinnati history surprises and delights us in countless ways.

This Crosley Scoreboard rendering depicts all the nostalgia of Crosley Field. However, if you find images of the real Crosley scoreboard, you'll see its advertisements adorned with icons like Hudepohl and Webber's Sausage. Beer and dogs - you can't get any more baseball than that!

It's not well known, but Crosley was the first to use the term Sports Utility Vehicle. It could be said that this wagon is the first SUV. My claim that he is the original Elon Musk is starting to make sense, right?

Artist Andrew VanSickle (AVS) has made images for Cincinnati's hottest restaurants and nightclubs but is non-more known for his Crying Supergirl. AVS is known for his colorful, eclectic works in which he utilizes vintage elements combined with modern designs to create one-of-a-kind pieces. His artwork can be found in celebrity's private art collections including Paris Hilton.

Originally established in 1990, our hometown hockey team played their first games in the Cincinnati Gardens. The Cyclones are a minor league affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres of the NHL. Never been to a game? I suggest going on $1 hotdog days. Hockey pucks are made of vulcanized rubber and are frozen before the game to reduce bouncing during play. Bet you didn't know that!

Elsinore Arch (aka Elsinore Tower) is a registered historic structure in Cincy, listed on March 3, 1980. Inspired by Elsinore Castle from the play Hamlet, this valve house and entrance to Eden Park is an absolute masterpiece. Although I don't recall ever seeing a naked woman hanging around it like in this image - caught you looking!

Who didn't hear about Fiona the Hippo? The Cincinnati Zoo has been a master of building celebrity with their animals but none greater than Fiona. She was born prematurely on January 24, 2017, at 29 pounds. The Zoo staff named her Fiona after "Princess Fiona" from the Shrek movies. They share similar ears! The Cincinnati Children's Hospital was pivotal in her early life by feeding her through a catheter. There's nothing that Cincinnati Children's can't do!

The Ford Transmission plant in Sharonville opened in 1958. Over its years of operation, the plant has employed many Cincinnatians. They built the transmission for the Crown Vic which was widely used by police departments around the country. Currently, they make the Ford Super Duty line of transmissions as well as individual gears that are sent to other plants for assembly. This single drawing changed America and put us on the path to industrial greatness. Thank you, Mr. Ford!

Nestled along the Ohio River dividing Ohio and Kentucky, Cincinnati has been called the gateway to the west AND the gateway to the south, but more importantly, for many during the Civil War, Cincinnati was the Gateway to the North. It's why we have such a deep and rich history tied to so many historic events of this country.

Founded in 1867 by Joseph F. Hall. The Hall's Safe & Lock Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio quickly grew to become the largest safe and vault manufacturer in the world. By 1892 it was responsible for "one-half the entire output of fire proof and burglar proof safes and vaults in the United States" and had offices throughout the United States and much of the rest of the world. The biggest gain in market share came following the great Chicago fires of October 1871. Hall's safes were the only ones “proven to be secure”, protecting their contents inside through fires that lasted for as much as ten days. Check your grandparents' basement or attic - they may have one of these incredible safes holding a family heirloom (or maybe just some embarrassing baby pictures).

The original packaging on a bar of Ivory Soap.

The name Ivory was created by Harley Procter, who was inspired by the quote "thy garments smell of myrrh and aloes and cassia out of the ivory palaces", from Psalm 45 of The Bible. No matter what religion you practice, it is a nice smell.

Introduced in 1879 by P&G. Ivory's claim to fame was the fact that "it floats", a slogan that they illustrated with hundreds of advertisements all over the world. The story goes that a worker accidentally left the mixing machine on too long, thus introducing too much air into the bar of soap. Not wanting to waste the batch, P&G decided to sell the bars anyway. When they received hundreds of letters thanking them for making a bar that floats, they immediately changed their procedures to this extended mixing time. Sometimes genius happens by accident. At least, that's what I tell my Dad.

Before becoming a radio broadcaster, Joe was an MLB pitcher primarily for the Reds. He held the team's record for career games pitched (484) from 1965 to 1975, and still holds the team mark for left-handers. In addition to his 40 years of broadcasting Reds games, Nuxhall is most remembered for having been the youngest player ever to appear in a Major League game, pitching 2⁄3 of an inning for the Reds on June 10, 1944, at the age of 15 years, 316 days. Called upon for that single game due to player shortages during World War II, Nuxhall eventually found his way back to the Reds in 1952, and the National League All-Star team in 1955 and 1956. Long known as "The Ol' Left-hander," he compiled a career earned run average of 3.90 and a record of 135–117 during his 16-season career, with all but five of his victories being earned with the Reds. Nuxhall died in 2007 after a long battle with cancer. We love you and miss you, Joe!

The "meat clock". This is at the west end of Fountain Square. Every building visible in this photograph has since been demolished, but the meat clock has stayed!

They've never won a championship, but they are one of the most consistent and winning teams in Cincinnati. Founded by Bernard Kroger in 1883 at 66 Pearl Street downtown, Kroger operates a total of 2,723 grocery retail stores under its various banners and divisions in 35 states. Not just a grocery store, they've also funded and pioneered countless innovations that make our lives more enjoyable.

One of the beauties of Crosley Field was now surrounded by the city it was. You could hear the roar of the game from anywhere in the West End. Lines would form on the street as patrons would be ready to enter on big game nights. I wish we still had the ballpark and the Reds and Bengals would play just one game a year there. That would be special.

One of the many vintage Cincinnati brewing brands, Lion, was produced by the Windisch-Muhlhauser Brewing Company. On their factory building, they had two lion statues resting atop the gables. And if you've ever seen a picture of Gottleib Muhlhauser, his massive goatee looks like a lion's mane. I challenge any modern-day brewers in town to grow one!

What an incredible event! By simply projecting mapped lighting on Music Hall and putting it together with music, Luminocity captured everyone's imagination and attracted countless people. The event paved the way for the larger-scale "Blink" festival, but those early days still seemed the most magical. If you ever get your hands on this poster, turn off the lights and look at the heart - it glows in the dark!

"Marty is best known for his long tenure as the play-by-play voice of the Cincinnati Reds. With his opinionated, zealous, and sometimes contentious style, Brennaman called Reds games from 1974 to 2019. Joining the infamous Joe Nuxhall on the Reds radio team in 1974, "Marty and Joe" became an institution in the city, appearing together in numerous radio and television commercials. Brennaman's trademark call of "And this one belongs to the Reds!" was coined during his second game with the team and during Hank Aaron's record-tying 714th career home run in 1974."

The team unveiled a new emblem designed by Enquirer sports cartoonist Harold E. Russell, who drew a daily cartoon on the sports page. The jovial, ball-headed ballplayer, complete with a mustache, is dressed in the uniform of the Red Stockings, the first professional baseball team from 1869. So, the look stayed the same, however, Russell named his creation "Redlegs" in an attempt to escape the persecution of McCarthy and "the Red Scare" happening in the 1950s. The Reds also briefly named themselves the Redlegs, but the name never stuck and they officially changed it back in 1959. The Reds will always be the Reds, baby!

"The Connector" is an electric-powered streetcar that operates along a 3.6-mile loop connecting Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine and Banks neighborhoods via the Central Business District. It's free to ride and has been a point of controversy in Cincinnati since its introduction. If you're not from here, just ask any Cincinnatian, "So, what do you think of the streetcar?"

One of the best places to catch a show. "The Tavern", as it's called by most, has a year-round patio and live music almost every night.

This patch features the Ohio State Flag, which everyone knows is the best State flag in the country. It's the only state flag that has a swallowtail or double pendant shape. All other state flags are rectangular. Way to stand out Ohio!

One of P&G's most recognized brands, Old Spice was actually created as a woman's product called Early American Old Spice. That same year they released a men's version which was an instant success. In June 1990, Procter & Gamble purchased the Old Spice brand, did some re-marketing in the 2000s, and voilá, we now have a viral ad campaign with classics like: "The Man your Man Could Smell Like", "Make a Smellmitment", "Muscle Music" and "Smell like a Man, Man". Ta-doo-ta-doo-ta-doo-doo!

The "Big O" is a national treasure. He grew up in Indianapolis in a segregated housing project. He learned how to shoot by using tennis balls and rags wrapped with rubber bands and tossing them into a peach basket in the back of his family's home.Throughout his life and career he faced racism. He won the Indiana State Basketball Championship as a Junior becoming the first black school to win a State Championship in any state. In his senior season his team went a perfect 31-0 and won again. Robertson scored 24.0 points per game and was named Indiana Mr. Basketball in 1956. After his graduation that year, Robertson enrolled at the University of Cincinnati. He averaged 33.8 points per game, the third-highest in college history. In each of his three years, he won the national scoring title, was named an All-American and was chosen College Player of the Year while setting 14 NCAA and 19 school records. He was drafted by our now-defunct Cincinnati Royals as a point guard and was the stand-out rookie of the year. He went on to be a 12-time All-Star, 11-time member of the All-NBA Team, and one-time winner of the MVP award in 14 seasons. He was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks where he won an NBA title. Oscar also won the 1960 Gold Metal in the Olympics. His victories on the court also came after being a player. He led the anti-trust lawsuit Robertson v. National Basketball Ass'n of 1970 where he led an extensive reform of the league's strict free agency and draft rules and, subsequently, to higher salaries for all players. Oscar, we thank you.

Ain't she a beauty? Welcome to the Jungle, baby. Who Dey!

Our third baseman from 1911 to 1913. Almeida and Armando Marsans debuted together with the Reds on July 4, 1911. Both players were from Cuba and were technically the 3rd and 4th players from the Island Nation to play in the Major Leagues. Before being called by the Reds both players played in the Negro League. They trail-blazed what is now a highway of top-caliber players from Cuba to the MLB. Almeida also played winter baseball in the Cuban League from 1904 to 1925 and was one of ten players elected to the Cuban Baseball Hall of Fame in its 1939 inaugural class. Rafael was without a doubt, "en Fuego".

Sports Illustrated cover, October 1990, featuring our boy, Chris Sabo as he and the Reds sweep the Oakland A's in 4 games! Don't forget to never underestimate the "Nasty Boys"!

This was the inaugural season at Great American Ballpark. It's hard to believe how fast time flies. In that time, GAP has hosted some incredible moments, not only in baseball but also in music and entertainment. Still, having the All-Star game here in 2015 was pretty amazing. And anyone who went to the Beyonce/Jay-Z concert here has some pretty good memories, too.

Rhinegeist is the second largest independent brewery by sales volume in Ohio. Their brewery hosts many events throughout the year attracting tens of thousands of thirsty guests. The disco party is the best! If you haven't attended before, make it a priority this year.

Rich holds a masters in education that he earned from UC. While teaching at Oak Hills High School Rich decided to pursue fighting as a career. On April 5, 2005, Franklin fought in the main event of The Ultimate Fighter 1 Finale, which was the first live UFC card on free cable TV. He faced former UFC champion Ken Shamrock and won the fight via TKO due to strikes. The win established Franklin as one of the UFC's biggest stars and ensured him a title opportunity. He is one of the biggest names in the Mixed Martial Arts industry becoming the Middle Weight Champion and even starting the popular "American Fighter" clothing brand. February 21, 2006, was officially named "Rich Franklin Day" in Cincinnati by the city's mayor. I'm sure nobody was acting up in this man's class.

This new Rookwood fireplace, designed by local artists Terence Hammonds, Katie Parker, and Guy Michael Davis, has been given to the Cincinnati Art Museum by the company and artists. Terence calls the new work “love letter to ceramics”.

Scribble Jam was a graffiti, dance, MCing, and DJing event. Notable line: "You couldn’t make the crowd throw up their hands if they swallowed their fingers". Eminem was so unknown at this time that his name was misspelled " Eminiem" on the official recap of the event. Eminem actually took home 3rd place in the MC event. Looks like we were throwin' some shade on Slim Shady.

Star Wars and baseball - how could you go wrong? I would love to see how Chewbacca would react to getting hit by a pitch. Forget about the gloves coming off, arms are coming off, too!

Tenskwatawa, best known as “the Prophet,” was of Shawnee descent who spoke against the assimilation of Native Americans with the "European Invaders". In 1808 he and his brother moved from Greenstown, Ohio, and founded Prophetstown in northwestern Indiana - a site which they envisioned as the capital of their resistance. Thousands of followers joined, but after his older brother, Tecumseh, was killed at the Battle of the Thames, Tenskwatawa went into exile and later returned to Ohio to help lead his people to a reservation in present-day Kansas.

Released worldwide in 1965, Steve McQueen as the Cincinnati Kid gave the city a cool and whole new meaning. Although it was all shot in New Orleans, it still put Cincinnati on the world map. This French poster not only makes Cincinnati sound like a place of danger but also a place of romance, oui?

She looks almost real, but this bronze statue of a woman with outstretched hands on the back of a turtle offering water is one of those incredible fountains that dot our beautiful city. Her body stylized with architectural and botanical elements fits perfectly in Burnet Woods Park on the SE corner of Clifton & Ludlow Avenues. Visit her if you ever get the chance.

The Woodward Theater, built in 1913 as a theater in the Beaux-arts style, opened as a silent film house. It was named in honor of William Woodward, who purchased the land the theater sits on in 1796. In 2013, after 3 solid years of making MOTR one of Cincinnati's best small live music venues, the owners were on the hunt for a bigger building to grow into. They had to look no further than across the street. Brilliant!

Tigers are apex predators and one of the most recognizable and feared animals in the world. They are one of the few cats who like water and are often seen swimming or bathing. The Bengal Tiger has always been an important symbol for Cincinnati and our beloved football team, but it's also a great name for our Ben-Gals cheerleaders. Thank you, Ladies, for keeping the Bengal spirit alive each and every game!

This is a fun poster showing how UC sits on top of the hill of Clifton sitting over the city. The main campus is a beautiful bouquet of architectural styles connected by large open spaces and grounds. Formed in 1819 as Cincinnati College, this research institution has continued to expand into the fields of science, medicine, art, architecture, business, humanities, and law. It's the first university to implement a co-op education model. Go Bearcats!

Born close by Point Pleasant, Ohio, Ulysses S. Grant was one of our greatest Presidents (1869-1877) and freedom fighters. He served in the Civil War and was promoted to Commanding General. He was unanimously selected to run for President and won overwhelmingly. He started the Department of Justice to have a watchful eye on wrongdoers and ratified the 15th Amendment protecting the rights of African American male voters. He even went toe to toe with the Ku Klux Klan, using his newly formed Department of Justice to bring charges against many of its violent members. He was known to be gifted with horses and generally lived a humble life. In short, they don't make them like Grant anymore.

This patch, sporting the original logo from 1967-69, shows a Bengal Tiger running so fast his helmet flew off! With today's rules, that would be a fifteen-yard penalty.

Dating back to 1899 and the oldest tennis tournament in the United States that is still played in its original city, the W&S Open used to be called the Cincinnati Open. Years of major success and enthusiastic donors have grown Center Court to a capacity crowd of 11,400 spectators and has seen the greatest Men and Women players in the world. This ball was used in a real game, heck, maybe even by Serena Williams. If so, there's probably no air left in it - she hits the tar out of the ball!

Known for their white tail that they often shoot straight up when alerted, this deer is found in every forest in and around Cincinnati for hundreds and hundreds of miles.

Xavier University is the fourth oldest Jesuit University and the sixth oldest Catholic university in the United States. Founded in 1831 as a men's college in downtown Cincinnati next to St. Francis Xavier Church on Sycamore Street, XU moved in 1912 to its current Norwood location. Although its basketball teams hold much prestige, its two national championships are in rifle and boxing and are won by women. You go Lady Musketeers!

The premier attraction in Cincinnati is our beloved Zoo. The Cincinnati Zoo is world-renowned for its habitats, education and research facilities, a beautiful collection of animals, buildings, and exhibits. Like most big attractions, you must pass the gift shop on your way in and out, which works because, I'm not going to lie, I've bought a stuffy or 2 from this outpost.

The Art Museum, Mirror Lake, and the Krohn Conservatory - are all overlooking a beautiful bend in the Ohio River. You couldn't name this place any better.

Known for its beautiful homes and its walkable neighborhood, Hyde Park was named after the affluent hamlet in New York. I didn't use the word, hamlet, someone else did, but if you think that sounds stodgy, that's only because Forbes Magazine named Cincinnati's Hyde Park one of "America's best neighborhoods." Which, it truly is. I mean, it has a Kilgor's Fountain and a Greater's Ice Cream in the city square - what else do you want?

Frazier is 6'2", 215 lbs, and right-handed but his bobblehead figure is 5", 1lb, and neither arm can move. Bobbleheads were first known to be produced in Asia in the 1600's as "temple nodders". You know you've made it when someone makes you into a Bobblehead or, I mean, temple nodder.

Tim grabbed this shot of some kids being kids. Cincinnati is an incredibly diverse city, but much of the attention gets paid to kids in the suburbs. It's important that we celebrate youth everywhere in our city. Just look at those smiles - I bet you can't help but smile back.

The greatest offensive lineman in NFL history, Anthony gave the Cincinnati Bengals 13 years of service on the field and has continued to be an outstanding figure in the community. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1998. You could not find a better example of a Gentle Giant.

Known as the Central Trust Bank Building and Union Central Tower, this 31-story-tall building overlooking the Ohio River was built to resemble the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. A colossal structure in 1913, it was the fifth tallest building in the world and the second tallest outside NYC. Not just another pretty face, this building has starred in shows like The Edge of Night and WKRP in Cincinnati. If this place was built for Gods and Goddesses, then Loni Anderson must live there.

This hilltop park has an overlook commanding extensive panoramic views of the Little Miami River valley. Named in honor of Ida May Ault and her husband Levi Addison Ault, this park had a novel idea to keep the grass looking trim by deploying 97 sheep who were happy to oblige. The Pavilion is used frequently for dances, parties, and weddings. I can't confirm it, but supposedly one raucous party served the sheep one too many beers because they thought he was the GOAT.

One of our City's sons, we couldn't be more proud of what Barry has done both on the field and off. After an incredibly lucrative baseball career, this god of an athlete has worked tirelessly in the SportsUnited Sports envoy program. His kids are also incredible athletes. If there was one, they would all be inducted into the Family Hall of Fame.

Bengals Defense in 1989. I wouldn't want to mess with these guys. They went to the Superbowl after all. This D-line had the likes of Tim Krumrie, Jim Skow, David Grant, and Jason Buck. With Eric Thomas and David Fulcher on pass defense, this was one of those old-school defenses that defined the NFL.

Hall of Famer who notably, negotiated and held out for higher pay while with the Reds. In 1922, The Sporting News reported "He is the best silence keeper in baseball. Just says real early what he wants and then closes up. No gabbing or elaborate explanations. Transacts business the way he plays ball– no fuss, but exceedingly effective." Just look at that face. I wouldn't want to negotiate against him.

This painting shows Cincinnati from across the river in its early years. A handful of churches poke above the colonial early buildings. River Boats lined up across the public landing. The hills are still wild. You can see why John Filson decided this would be a great place for an outstanding city to grow and thrive throughout the years. And he was right!

Doris Day was born in Cincinnati and grew up in Evanston. She was an actress, singer, and animal welfare activist. Her first major break through was in 1945 with two No. 1 recordings. She was arguably the biggest stars in Hollywood in the 1950's leading dozens of big films including Love Me or Leave Me (1955) and The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956). She also had a hit television show "The Doris Day Show" for 5 years. She will always be a beloved movie star and a Cincinnati Queen.

The Dixie Terminal is a set of buildings in Cincinnati, Ohio, that were completed in 1921 and served as a streetcar terminal, stock exchange, and office building in the city's downtown business district. It's the best know for its long and elaborate arcade running through the building and lined by shops. Complete with marble floors, Bottincino marble wainscot, metal trimmings, and brightly decorated ceilings, just look up at the fanciful medallions showing little children riding on the backs of various animals. It's an amazing site. It's also the host to a scene in the 1988 film Rain Man. No matter how fancy the shops were here, Dustin Hoffman still only bought his boxer shorts at K-Mart.

Before the era of riverfront stadiums with the skyline in the background, Crosley Field hosted our professional teams. Located in the city center, the Reds played here from 1912 through June 24, 1970. An asymmetrical block bounded by Findlay Street (south), Western Avenue (northeast, angling), Dalton Avenue (east), York Street (north), and McLean Avenue (west) in the Queensgate section of the city, Crosley Field has the distinction of being the first major-league park with lights for playing night games. The name comes from Powel Crosley Jr. who was an American inventor, industrialist, and entrepreneur. His feats in radio manufacturing led to the development of a 500-kw radio tower and the WLW radio station that began broadcasting Reds games on a regular basis, which changed baseball and sports broadcasting forever.

Named after the founder, this is one of Cincinnati's strongest legacy beer brands. Before closing its doors in 1919 as a result of prohibition, Christian Moerlein was among the ten largest American breweries by volume. With the revitalization of Beer Culture, it's so great to have them back.

Our beloved Charlie Harper was known for his colorful and geometric illustrations of wildlife. He graduated from the Cincinnati Art Academy and later worked at P&G. I love the way he shows human qualities in the animal kingdom. His style is playful and fun and is almost impossible to not like. Every Cincinnati household should display a Harper. His wife Edie was also a prolific artist. For some reason, it reminds me of nature and wonder and childhood.

So many good looks we had to at least include him twice.

Joe Brr with his iconic Rose Gold frames.

This piece of art goes perfectly with the concept of the Microcinema on Main Street. An experimental celebration for all filmmakers, artist Bryce Wong works in much the same fashion. With a degree from UC's DAAP program, Bryce has flourished into a prominent visual artist for all types of mediums, from skateboards to shoes.

Rivertown, Urban Artifact, Rhinegeist, Christian Moerlein, Listermann, Mad Tree, Fifty West, and Mt. Carmel, just to name a few...One of these brands has actually gone out of business since this poster's production. Do you know which one?

Benjamin Harrison was a lawyer and politician who served as the 23rd President of the United States from 1889 to 1893. He was the grandson of the ninth president, William Henry Harrison. Harrison was born on a farm by the Ohio River and graduated from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He moved to Indianapolis to start his law career and later became the Governor of Indiana. His stand-out moments as President included signing the McKinley Act, heavily taxing imports to protect American manufacturing interests, and facilitating the creation of the national forest reserves through an amendment to the Land Revision Act of 1891. Basically, setting up the National Parks as we know them now.

"Sunday School Outing" Oh, and her husband was an artist too. Two Cincinnati icons that have changed art forever.

When the Tyler Davidson Fountain was dedicated in 1871, Fountain Square was simply a wide esplanade down the middle of Fifth Street. In 1970, the Square was redesigned for better traffic flow, and the fountain was moved to the south end of the plaza. No matter your thoughts on the new Fountain Square, the Tyler Davidson Fountain still shows immaculate.

This building portrait taken by Cincinnati Photographer Lisa Vonluearth is of the heavily decorative station 34. The Cincinnati Fire Department, which was established on April 1, 1853, was the first fully paid and professional fire department in the United States. Now that's lit.

A left-Handed pitcher who played 21 seasons for the Philadelphia Phillies and Cincinnati Reds. In his first season with the Reds, he won 19 games and set a Major League record by allowing just one home run in 301 innings pitched. Rixey was inducted into both the Baseball Hall of Fame and the Reds Baseball Hall of Fame. In true Rixey charm, he was quoted as saying, "They're scraping the bottom of the barrel, aren't they." He died in Cincinnati in 1963, but his legacy still lives on as he was given the post-humous honor of "best left-handed pitcher in Reds history" in 1969.

The cornerstone was laid in 1922 for the school. Named for William Henry Elder, third bishop and Archbishop of Cincinnati, it was the city's fourth high school and first Catholic high school. Widely known for it's athletics, Elder has won State Championships in almost every sport, most notably football in 2002 and 2003. This photo shows "The Pit" home of the Panthers on an off day. They say a sea of purple can be seen from space during home games.

People and pigeons alike, have gathered around the Genius of Water for over 100 years. If you're just visiting Cincinnati, this is a location you must check out. The legacy project of Probasco, this commissioned fountain was meant to inspire people and thank water for all that it provides us - one of which is beer. So, drink up!

Our magnificent city's fountain has been a gathering place since 1871. Known as the Tyler Davidson Fountain or the Genius of Water, it's been moved from it's original location at 5th street and Walnut to its more proud and less congested location now. The fountain anchors the main square in town. Standing 43 feet tall, it was commissioned by Henry Probasco and was meant to rival the great fountains of Europe. We say bravo, Mr. Probasco, this fountain has been an icon of Cincinnati for many years.

Cincinnati's historic buildings include more than just public institutions and houses of worship. Avondale, Clifton, Westwood, and of course OTR are full of 100 + year old houses. Many are in need of love but we care deeply about our historic buildings so it's rare to see them raised to make way for new construction. These are our treasures and a gateway to our past. A great revitalization has begun again in Cincinnati and it's wonderful to see these old homes come back to life.

The destruction of the Hudephol building at 801 W. Sixth Street is a sad moment in Cincinnati beer history. Built-in 1880 and founded by Ludwig Hudepohl II, an American born to German immigrant parents, Ludwig worked in the surgical tool business before starting his brewery. He probably got the idea from watching a surgery and thinking, "a good beer would make this a whole lot easier".

Frank Spruiell "Jakie" May was a left-handed pitcher who bounced around the league from 1917 to 1932 with a stint at the Reds. We love this image because it shows a young man ready to play some ball. They say youth is wasted on the young, but Jakie didn't waste one bit of it.

Is it sunrise or sunset? Take a deeper look and let us know what you think! We think it's late summer, which is our favorite time of year.

This block print shows our beloved Music Hall in the winter. Completed in 1878, it became an official National Historic Landmark in 1975. Built with two functions in mind - to house musical activities in its main auditorium and to host industrial exhibitions in its side wings, both of which still happens to this day. The city employed Samuel Hannaford to design the structure. His optimistic plan was massive in scope and bursting with details, including the massive central rose window, intricate brickwork and sandstone carved motifs. The interior is just as grand and almost all of it still exists today. In 2016, Cincinnati Music Hall was closed for a 14-month, $143 million renovation that paralleled the massive Washington Park renovation just across the street. Together these public spaces are one of the most iconic places to visit in Cincinnati. You have to check them out!

If you walked Main Street in OTR in the past 20 years you may have seen Ron English selling his artworks. Always on cardboard and usually with smudgy chalk or crayons, he is the most prolific street artist in the city. If you were able to buy one from the man, consider yourself lucky.

WKRP in Cincinnati premiered on September 18, 1978, on the CBS television network and aired for four seasons and 90 episodes. It was based on a fictional radio station's misadventures but included tons of real Cincinnati happenings, including the Turkey Drop! If Dr. Johnny Fever or the name Loni Anderson doesn't ring a bell, then either you're too young to read this or you just don't know Cincinnati.

The viaduct was built from 1930-32 as part of the Union Terminal project, replacing the much smaller Harrison Avenue viaduct of 1908. This became the major connection point for cars coming from the west side and allowed for a consolidation of 5 train stations into the brand new Union Terminal station. It might be hard to tell now, but with its art deco details, this was one of the most beautiful pieces of infrastructure in the city. The City of Cincinnati and Hamilton County are leading a joint effort to replace the 90-year-old viaduct. The team has secured $152 million of the $398 million needed to build a new “extra-dosed” bridge immediately to the south of the current viaduct. Site preparation is beginning in 2022. The existing viaduct will remain in place for through traffic until the new bridge is finished in 2030.

This photo is great because it shows our beautiful Music Hall as well as Washington Park being completely dug up for its major renovation. Owned by the Cincinnati Park Board this 6-acre parcel was a graveyard until 1863. Years of dilapidation made this park the perfect place to begin rejuvenating OTR back in 2014. 46 million dollars later, it re-opened and revitalized an entire city. I can't even imagine OTR without Washington Park - it is a place of vibrancy, energy, and community gathering, and there is no price you can put on that.

Rolling South down Sycamore from Mt Auburn towards Downtown into OTR is one of the most beautiful views of the city, and it always has been. This photo shows the perspective of 100 years ago. Standing proudly is the Salem German Evangelical Reformed Church or Deutsche Evangelisch Reformierte Salems Kirche. Built-in 1867 it's a contributing property to OTR's Historic District.

Union Terminal inspired the design of the Hall of Justice, a fictional Justice League headquarters appearing in comic books, television, and other media published by DC Comics. The Hall of Justice first appeared in the 1970's animated series Super Friends. The show was produced by Hanna-Barbera, a division of Cincinnati-based Taft Broadcasting. We know Wonder Woman's invisible jet is still parked around there somewhere. Tell us if you ever find it.

Tony Perez was one of the major contributors to "The Big Red Machine" and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2000. He played first base, third base, and even was the manager of the Reds in 1993. He might look like a skinny kid in this picture, but he'll always be a Big Dog in our hearts. We love you, Tony!

Like all historic American towns, the storefronts are decorated with embossed tin walls and ceilings. This chunk was pulled from a storefront in OTR at 1317 Main Street. This once everyday material is now heavily sought-after by designers to bring back that feeling of nostalgia and authenticity.

Cruising down 4th street, this photo shows Cincinnati's original streetcar. Our first streetcar was unique in a few ways. It conducted its electricity from the top, which is the norm, but instead of just 1 pole, it had 2. It also was built with wider separation between the tracks to avoid the possibility of any other type of train car using the tracks and made it easier for horse-drawn carriages to use the rode. That's both selfish and smart!

"The Mayor" spent 1998-2005 with the Reds. He was selected as an All-Star in 1999, 2001, and 2004. They say that "nice guys finish last", but Sean Casey proves that nice guys actually finish first and live longer to tell about it.

The 3rd largest cemetery in the nation was opened in 1844. The cemetery was designed by Howard Daniels and formally chartered on January 21, 1845. The first burial took place on September 1, 1845. It's listed on the National Historic Landmark. Many notable people are buried there including Bernard Kroger and Andrew Hickenlooper. On October 23, 2013, cemetery staff removed a large and potentially disturbing SpongeBob SquarePants headstone from the grave of U.S. Army Corporal Kimberly Walker and another for her still-living sister a day after her funeral. In February 2014, both parties agreed to reinstate the statues with granite slabs largely hiding them from passersby. How they got approval from Nickelodeon is another question, but they did it!

Rose was a youth soccer star and player for Mount Notre Dame High School and was named Cincinnati's player of the year by the Enquirer. She started 6 games in the 2019 FIFA World Cup and scored 3 goals. She was awarded the Bronze Ball but to us she will always be Golden.

Initially located in OTR, Rookwood Pottery has been an icon for Cincinnati for its elaborate tile and ceramics. Maria Longworth Nichols Storer was inspired by the Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia where she saw Japanense and French ceramics. If you can ever get a unique piece from Rookwood Pottery, cherish it.

Can you believe where the Carew Tower now sits was once known as "Nasty Corner"? The Commercial Gazette wrote on December 1889, "For years it has been the eyesore to everyone who liked to see Cincinnati advance. It has been a synonym for all that is foul and unsightly. The visitor to the city has marveled at such squalor crouching in the middle of such opulence." Mostly due to the efforts of Joseph T. Carew, who lobbied and launched a campaign against the collection of owners, a new building was built on the site, effectively erasing the drunken and crumbling collection of buildings. I think he started the derogatory "Nasty Corner" to get sympathy for his plans, but I don't know if that's totally true.

James (last name unknown) was a Main Street institution in his own right. He was a friendly face you could always count on seeing between 12th and Liberty on Main Street, 12 months a year. He passed away in 2020 but we wanted to make sure that his genuine smile was on display for others to see. He represents a true community. Cincinnati misses you, James.

Left Handed pitcher for the Reds. His best season was 1970 when he went 20-12 and hit 3 home runs! The "Big Red Machine" won 102 games and coasted to the postseason. Merritt won game two of the Reds' three-game sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 1970 National League Championship Series, however, Merritt and the Reds were less successful in the World Series against the Baltimore Orioles. The O's defeated the Reds in five games. That's okay, we become World Champs in '75 and '76.

You may not know me, but I founded this entire place. I also surveyed Kentucky and was best friends with Daniel Boon. Just sayin'. Oh, and in my day, I was known as "handsome John". Why is everyone laughing at that?

He can really call it "Home Plate", spending 1967 to 1983 behind Home for the Reds. Easily the greatest catcher in the universe and the standout fearless leader of the Big Red Machine, he entered the Hall of Fame in 1989 just 3 seasons after stepping away from behind the plate. Thanks for everything you have done for this city, Mr. Bench.

Johnny played his entire career with the Reds. Leading the team to six division titles, four National League pennants and two World Series championships, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1989. But, his real contribution came off the field when he posed for this illustration to support the Boys and Girls Club. Like many of our great players, Johhny Bench gave back to the community in so many ways. We salute you, Legend.

Kitna opened the regular season in 2001 winning his first 2 starts, becoming the first Bengals quarterback since Greg Cook in 1969 to accomplish the feat. In 2003 he played every offensive down and became the first player in franchise history to throw every one of the team's passes in a season. He had some good seasons with the Bengals, but maybe his most important role was preparing new draft pick, Carson Palmer, for the job. Thanks, Jon for bringing this team together and bringing the Bengals back to prominence.

It would look odd today but a goat pulling a cart or small carriage was fairly common in Cincinnati 100 years ago. These kids are making their away through Eden Park maybe on their way to play or possibly fetching something for their parents. Either way, they are doing it with style! I want to find that cart and re-create this moment with my own kids - does anyone have a goat I can borrow?

This print was made in 1989. Our parks and public spaces have been great since 1788 and continue to improve. From Eden Park to Kings Island, The Zoo to the many hiking trails, we have it all. For a city of Cincinnati's size, the amount of green space we have and honored by developers as our city grows is unparalleled.

Photographer Marc Wavra took this image of a faux storefront that was built for a film. OTR is the largest historic district in America and is a perfect place to shoot a period movie.

Over the Rhine has exploded with development in the last 10 years. This photo shows the halfway-gone sign of "Rosco Discount Store". The buildings have been beautifully restored and the first floor has the nostalgic Jazz Lounge and Soul Secrets, which are both notably black-owned businesses. This is a great example of development in a historic and minority neighborhood to rebuild with equity for all. But to be fair, some cases of large-scale evictions have also disrupted communities in OTR. We know our City is working hard to find the right balance so we can all enjoy the benefits of a revitalized district.

Obergefell v. Hodges was a case that made it's way to the highest court in the land where a 5–4 ruling recognized the marriages of same-sex couples on the same terms and conditions as the marriages of opposite-sex couples. James Obergefell and John Arthur, who led the fight, called Cincinnati home. Due to John's terminal illness, the couple held a wedding ceremony before their landmark case was decided and opened the doors for all same-sex couples to legally wed. John Arthur passed before the final word came from the Supreme court but his legacy lives on with every new couple who benefits from their fight. Thank you, gentlemen, from everybody who believes in equality.

Every approach into the city is magnificent, but I can't think of any one that is more majestic than coming across the Roebling Bridge. It's just a transformative, historic feeling that makes Cincinnati so memorable.

Nicholas Moegly strikes again. His ability to translate light and dark into something powerful and poetic has been his signature look. What does the poem mean? Look closely at the pennant and the year says 1979. The Reds made it to the NLWS but lost to the Pirates. It's also the same year that Pete Rose was sent to the Phillies and Sparky Anderson was replaced by John McNamara. It was a good season, but the Bob Howsam era came to an end after 12 great years.

William Howard Taft was the 27th president of the United States (1909–1913) and the tenth chief justice of the United States (1921–1930) and the only person to hold both offices. Taft was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1857. In 1904, Roosevelt made him Secretary of War, and he became Roosevelt's hand-picked successor and easily won his election for President. The only photo of Taft better than this is the one of him in the bathtub. Seriously, you have to look it up.

Started in 1943, King Records was predominantly a country music label, which they called "Hillbilly Music". Ultimately, they grew into a more diverse label and even launched James Brown's career. Like most labels at the time, they employed house musicians. This photo shows the house jazz band. I wish we could hear what they're playing - I'm sure it's amazing.

In the foreground in this piece is Lytle Tower, named after William Lytle. In April 1780, Capt. William Lytle led 63 flatboats of settlers accompanied by 1000 fighting men, down Ohio to the falls of Ohio. They passed the future site of Cincinnati on April 11 where they attacked and chased an Indian party that escaped on horseback. Captain William Lytle ended up settling in what is now Lexington but his son (also named William) made his fortune surveying plots all over Ohio. He used his father's land grant property to start the Cincinnati College and Cincinnati Law College which later became the University of Cincinnati. His name might be Lytle, but his heart is huge!

Decorative Pennants have been made for every team from high school to professional for years. None looks better than a vintage Red's Pennant, and that's a fact!

This piece of art designed by Chuck Tingley is a mural across the street from Rhinegeist at 1919 Elm Street. It depicts hands holding hops as they grow to the sky. Funded by Rhinegeist and produced by Artworks, like most of our city's murals, this one speaks directly to our brewing heritage.

Four-time winner of Cincinnati's Western and Southern Open, Mats Wilander also won the French Open on his first attempt. In his semi-final match, the winning point came at a questionable call, so Mats requested that they replay the point just to make sure he won fair and square. His tenacity and "go-for-it" attitude made his style of play "ballsy". So, in his native country of Sweden, they refer to that part of a man's anatomy as "Wilanders". Yes, I'm serious.

A major part of our early industry was the processing of pork. The Ohio River, Miami and Erie canals were the infrastructure to move meat in and out of the city. Ohio farmers brought their livestock to Cincinnati, where it was then slaughtered, processed, and sold to western settlers or shipped to various markets. Meat Industry companies started popping up in Camp Washington and the West End. Many of Cincinnati's early Millionaires came from the meat packing industry, even though the labor workers had a much more tough time. For better or for worse, our massive influence on the pork industry gave us the nickname Porkopolis. I thought it was because of all the weight I gain due to our delicious bakeries and ice creams!

When it opened on December 1, 1866, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world at 1,057 feet (322 m) main span, which was later overtaken by John A. Roebling's most famous design of the 1883 Brooklyn Bridge at 1,595.5 feet. On December 1, 1866, pedestrians walked upon the bridge, known locally only as "The Suspension Bridge," for the first time. Over 166,000 people walked across in the first two days. Final touches were put on the bridge over the next few months, and construction officially ended in July 1867. Two men died during construction. When the Roebling Bridge was formally opened on January 1, 1867, the driver of a horse and buggy was charged a toll of 15 cents to cross; the toll for three horses and a carriage was 25 cents. Pedestrians were charged one cent. Today, it's free, but I would happily pay to take a walk over this Queen City beauty.