January 2020

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Mayor’s Welcome

Dear Friends:

On behalf of the great City of , I am delighted to welcome you to our region! Cincinnati is in the midst of a booming renaissance and I am honored you have chosen to visit.

Our 52 diverse neighborhoods, each with its own fascinating architecture, culture, business center, and personality, are sure to make you enjoy your stay. We have invested billions of dollars in recent development to transform our city into a world-class destination rich in things to do stretching from to College Hill. We are cultivating vibrant places to live, develop, and grow, and I assure you are visiting a city with much to take pride in.

Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about the many attractions we have to offer in the area. With top-rated museums, theaters, and a top-five zoo in the nation, we are confident there is something for everyone.

We are honored to welcome thousands of visitors among our guests each year, and know your decision to visit the Queen City will not leave you disappointed. Thank you for coming to Cincinnati. I look forward to the reviews of your wonderful stay.

Sincerely,

John Cranley Mayor, City of Cincinnati

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OFFICIAL CITY GUIDE

JANUARY 2020 VOL . 76 NO . 1 Mayor’s Welcome...... 4 Cover story...... 7 What’s Going On...... 8 Conventions ...... 10 Event of the Month...... 11 Real Estate of the Month ...... 12 Business of the Month ...... 14 Destination of the Month...... 15 Greater Cincinnati Area Map. . . 16-17 Downtown Map...... 18 Event of the Month...... 19 Key Magazine Real Estate ...... 21 Over The Rhine Map...... 22 Downtown Dining...... 23 Central Dining...... 24 Northern Dining...... 26 Kentucky Dining ...... 26 Shopping Guide ...... 27 Art Galleries...... 28 Published Monthly by: Patty Youkilis...... Publisher Barbara Rothstein . . . . .Account Manager Beth Kotzin...... Editor Isaac Stephani ...... Writer Jennifer Carroll ...... Designer

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6 KEYCINCINNATI.COM Cover Story : Fun for everyone (including the kids) at Heritage Bank Center! hen you think of , are featured as well, along with Military Apprecia- you think the Reds, the Bengals, even the tion Nights. There are also cancer awareness nights UC Bearcats. But did you know we have that mix philanthropy and fun. The atmosphere at a aW hockey team too? Our Cincinnati Cyclones are a Cyclones game is always charged up with excitement top-notch team and a game is the perfect evening out and exuberance. for the whole family! On February 1, the Cyclones will present the Since 1990, the Cincinnati Cyclones have been Frozen 5K &10K, a unique winter race that takes playing hockey all over the country and in Canada; you on a course along the Banks of the Ohio River they are the AA team of the National Predators. Eigh- and through Cincinnati’s Transit Center underneath teen of their players have gone on to play for the NHL, Second Street! Join Twister, Puckchop, and thousands which makes our Cyclones a hotbed of talent that’s of other brave souls as we achieve our New Years exciting to watch. resolutions and support the Cincinnati Cyclones Coming to a game at the Heritage Bank Center is Foundation in the process! more than just a hockey experience: it’s the complete A Cyclones game is also a great place to celebrate package of great fun, great food and great times. birthdays! Check out their package options at www. There’s music, promotions and fun half-time activities cycloneshockey.com. (think hamster balls and sumo suits!), so even if you When you want more than just a sports experi- aren’t a hockey fan, there’s plenty to enjoy. Games ence on a night out – when you’re looking for sports, always have a fun theme, such as Superheroes, fun, music, food and an atmosphere of excitement Star Wars and Nickelodeon Character nights, and – come to a Cincinnati Cyclones game at the Heritage promotions include $1 beer night, $1 hot dog night, Bank Center. kids eat free and more. Special fundraising nights

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What’s Going On in January

ARONOFF CENTER Holiday Junction featuring the FOR THE ARTS Duke Energy Holiday Trains: CINCINNATI 650 Walnut Street now to 1/5/20 CYCLONES Cincinnati, OH 45202 In the Audubon Tradition: now Heritage Bank Center Disney’s The Lion King: 1/8- to 1/5/20 vs . Nailers: 1/3 2/2 Destination Moon: The Apollo vs . Nailers: 1/4 Aretha: The Queen of Soul: 11 Mission: now to 2/17/20 vs . Komets: 1/17 1/17 Junior League of Cincinnati: vs . Rush: 1/18 Making a Difference for 100 vs . Rush: 1/19 ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES Years: now to 6/1/20 vs . Solar Bears: 1/29 1410 Main Street vs . Fuel: 1/31 Cincinnati, OH 45202 CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN 513-421-8726 THE PARK Changing Perceptions: Alter 962 Mt . Adams Circle 125th Anniversary Concert: Egos: 1/1-1/10 Cincinnati, OH 45202 1/18-1/19 513-421-3888 (Box Office) Schubert’s The Great: 1/24- BELTERRA CASINO & HOTEL 2 Pianos, 4 Hands: 1/1-1/12 1/25 777 Belterra Drive Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story: CSO Proof: Singulis Et Simul: Florence, Indiana 47020 1/18-1/31 1/29 812-427-7777 Gene Watson: 1/18 CINCINNATI POPS CINCINNATI ZOO The Oak Ridge Boys: 1/25 ORCHESTRA 3400 Vine Street 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45220 BOGART’S Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-281-4700 2621 Vine St . General Information: 513-621- PNC Festival of Lights: 11/16- Cincinnati, OH 45219 1919 or Box Office: 513-381- 1/4/20 513-872-8801 3300 Happy Zoo Year: 12/31 Southern Accents - Tom Petty Harry Potter and The Prisoner Tribute: 1/4 of Azkaban Film with Live CONTEMPORARY ARTS Thunderstruck: 1/11 Orchestra: 1/3-1/5 CENTER The Dead South 1/14 Orchestral Spectacular: 44 E . 6th St . Led Zeppelin 2 - a Led Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue: Cincinnati, OH 45202 Zeppelin Tribute Band: 1/16 1/31-2/2 513-345-8400 One Direction Vs . Jonas Robert Colescott: 1/1-1/12 Brothers Tribute Night: 1/17 CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE Sandra Cinto: 1/1-7/24 Signs of Life: The American COMPANY Tom Schiff: Surrounded by Art: Pink Floyd: 1/18 719 Race Street 1/1-3/1 Micro Wrestling All-Stars: 1/24 Cincinnati, OH 45202 Lauren Henkin: 1/1-3/1 Trippin Billies: 1/25 513-381-2273 Confinement: Politics of Space All the Way: 1/22-1/31 and Bodies: 1/1-3/1 CINCINNATI FIRE MUSEUM 315 West Court Street CINCINNATI SYMPHONY CONTEMPORARY DANCE Cincinnati, OH 45202 ORCHESTRA THEATER 513-621-5553 1241 Elm Street 1805 Larch Ave . Cincinnati, OH 45202 Cincinnati, OH 45224 CINCINNATI MUSEUM General Information: 513-621- 513-591-1222 CENTER 1919 or Box Office: 513-381- Ronald K Brown/Evidence: 1301 Western Ave . 3300 1/24-1/25 Cincinnati, OH 45203 Renée Fleming and 513-287-7000 Rachmaninoff: 1/10-1/11

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ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI TAFT MUSEUM OF ART 1127 Vine St . 316 Pike St . Cincinnati, OH 45202 Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3555 513-241-0343 The Frog Princess: 1/1-1/4 The Poetry of Nature: Hudson River School Landscapes from the New-York Historical GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB Society: 10/5-1/12/20 8410 Market Place Lane Antique Christmas: 11/8-1/5/20 Cincinnati, OH 45242 Journey to Freedom: Art Quilts by Cynthia 513-984-9288 Lockhart: 12/13-3/15/20 Brendan Eyre: 1/2-1/5 Chad Daniels: 1/10-1/11 TAFT THEATER Murry Valeriano: 1/16-1/19 317 E . 5th St . Gabe Kea: 1/23-1/26 Cincinnati, OH 45202 Jessica Kirson: 1/30-2/2 513-232-6220 Morgan Wallen: 1/18 HEBREW UNION COLLEGE: SKIRBALL Yola: 1/21 MUSEUM Grace Potter: 1/22 3101 Clifton Avenue Countess Luann and Friends: 1/25 Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-221-1875 HERITAGE BANK CENTER Modern Israeli Art: Recent Gifts From Nancy 100 Broadway Berman and Alan Bloch: now to 1/5/20 Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4111 HOLLYWOOD CASINO Alan Jackson: 1/10 777 Hollywood Blvd . Cirque du Soleil Axel: 1/23-1/26 Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025 888-274-6797 WESTON ART GALLERY Roots and Boots: 1/11 650 Walnut St . Cincinnati, OH 45202 KROHN CONSERVATORY 513-977-4165 1501 Eden Park Drive Emily Moores: Felt Embrace: 11/22-2/2/20 Cincinnati, OH 45202 John Humphries: Rules, Recipes, and 513-421-4086 Mythology—Works on Paper: 11/22-2/2/20 A Zinzinnati Holiday: 11/9-1/5/20 Joomi Chung: Image Space/Memory Space 11/22-2/2/20 MUSIC HALL 1241 Elm St . Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-2787 (ARTS) See The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

NEW RIFF DISTILLERY 24 Distillery Way Newport , KY 41073 859-261-7433 Cocktails & Conversation: A Picture’s Worth with Elissa Yancey: 1/30 Make Mine A Double: An Evening of Comedy and Cheer: 1/31

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Christmas Nights of Lights Snow Banks at The Banks C & E Gun Show Coney Island The Banks Sharonville Convention Center 6201 Kellogg Ave . 150 East Freedom Way 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH 1/1-1/5 1/3-1/26 1/4-1/5

Wendy’s Bridal Show Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm St . Cincinnati, OH 1/4-1/5

Cavalcade of Customs Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm St . Cincinnati, OH 1/10-1/12

Cincinnati Wedding Showcase Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 1/11-1/12

Ford Cincinnati Travel, Sports and Boat Show 2020 Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm St . Cincinnati, OH 1/17-1/26

2020 Greater Cincinnati Remodeling Expo Sharonville Convention Center 11355 Chester Road Cincinnati, OH 1/17-1/19, 1/24-1/26

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10 KEYCINCINNATI.COM Event of the Month Cirque du Soleil Axel irque du Soleil invites you to an odyssey on ice in which graphics, music, skating and acrobatics come together to create aC colorful, emotionally rich universe. Join Axel, a young musician with a passion for illustration, as he leads you into his vivid imaginary world. In this epic fantasy, graphic art and music intertwine to create the supercharged world of AXEL. Ice skating extrava- ganza, impressive aerial feats, pop music, and vibrant visuals create an energetic and immersive experience for the whole family. Axel is inspired by his first love, the mysterious Lei. She turns his world upside down, creating an unreal space for him where she will be his heroine. As the leader of a band of rebellious youngsters, The Syndicates, Lei is the keeper of a precious talisman. Giving strength and courage to whoever possesses its light, the Shining Star is coveted by Vi, a supervillain supported by his gang, The Corporation. Vi is focused on just one goal: stealing the legendary talisman’s light! In this epic fantasy, Axel will realize that love is the source of the light that will give him the courage and strength he needs to overcome any obstacle and make his dreams come true. For more information on the schedule and for tickets – www.cirquedusoleil.com/axel.

KEYCINCINNATI.COM 11 Real Estate of the Month The pros & cons of listing your home in the winter espite homes being covered in snow and icy roads galore, winter is a great time Dto sell your home! Or is it? Just like with any season, there are pros and cons to selling your home. If you’ve been contemplating whether you should list your home now or wait until the snow melts away, we made a list of everything you should take into consideration. PROS 1. Buyers mean business While more buyers are looking in the spring and summer, there are more serious buyers in the winter season. If someone is making time to visit open houses and showings during the busiest time of the year (and the coldest time of the year) they are more likely to be serious about their search. 2. Less competition Scott Oyler, Founder, The Oyler Group Most people will wait until spring to list their 513-623-1351 • [email protected] home. This means the housing inventory is much lower in the winter, leaving less competition for people are tied up with other financial obligations sellers. such as holiday gifts and traveling, paying taxes, 3. Online house hunting is year-round and making sure their own houses and vehicles As Dave Ramsey says, “the internet has no are winter-ready. This may cause a lot of buyers to seasons.” Since most people would rather be not want to invest in a home at this time of year. cozied up on the couch in the winter, making sure 3. Fewer offers for less your home has a good online presence is very im- Sellers tend to find themselves with multiple portant. Most buyers will start their search online offers in spring and summer when buyers have before in person. In fact, 93% of people use the more competition and need to be quick to make internet in their home search, according to NAR. offers. In the winter, it’s less likely that sellers will 4. More time off = more time for buying have multiple offers. Buyers may even think that You might think that being the busiest time of winter sellers are desperate for any offer at all, the year that people would be too busy to stop by causing them to lowball their offers. and look at your house. But, people tend to take 4. “Show-ready” means more effort more time off work around the holidays leaving You know that one friend who always makes more time to search for their new home. The you take your shoes off before walking through three-day weekends in January are also popular the house? Well, you may find yourself being that weekends for open houses and showings. person now… To keep your home show-ready CONS during the winter, you’ll need to minimize the 1. Curb appeal is limited amount of snow and slush people bring through When the sun sets at 4 PM and your beautiful the door and will need to keep up with putting lawn is covered by snow, it’s a lot harder to show away the wrapping paper and holiday prepping off your home’s exterior. Although you can add that you’re doing yourself. You’ll also end up some festive decor like a wreath to your door, you plowing the driveway and sidewalks for visitors can’t show off any of the hard work you’ve put more often. into your curb appeal. Whether you’re ready to brave it out in the 2. Buyers have limited budgets snow and sell or snuggle up until spring and wait, As we wrap up the end of the year, a lot of we’ll be here when you’re ready.

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1 Casa Figueroa 2 Montgomery Inn Boathouse 3 Ultimate Air Shuttle 4 Silverton Donut Shop 5 Somm Wine Bar 6 Mecklenburg Gardens 7 Hofbrauhaus 8 Prime Cincinnati 9 Kurtzman Plastic Surgery 10 Montgomery Inn 11 Eddie Lane’s Diamond Showroom 12 Art Beyond Boundaries 13 The Turf Club 14 Ripple 15 Woodhouse Kitchen + Bar 16 Holtmans 17 League for Animal Welfare 12 6 18 Skirball Museum 19 16 22 19 Cincy Shirts 5 20 Fueled Collective 8 21 Chicken on the Run 23 22 Nicola’s 23 Street City Pub 24 Red Feather 14 15

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14 Area Map Exhibit of the Month Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery presents ‘Changing Perceptions: Alter Egos’ rt Beyond Boundaries, invites you to attend the opening reception of our A14th annual inclusive show, ‘Changing Perceptions: Alter Egos’ on Friday, November 26, 2019 from 6 to 9 pm. The Changing Perceptions series, which features the work of artists with and without disabilities, has continually grown in popularity as one of the regions’ most vibrant fine art exhibits. The exhibition will run until Friday, January 10, 2020. Art Beyond Boundaries will have a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography, and other media. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Join us to experience the original art and meet the featured artists. Admission is free. Art Beyond Boundaries provides a profes- sional, mainstream fine arts exhibition venue for artists with disabilities, located at 1410 Main Street in the historic Over-the-Rhine arts district. With your support, we can continue providing a gallery, workshops, programs, and services for our artists and people with disabilities. For more information, “friend” or “follow” the gallery on FaceBook, Twitter, Instagram, and/or contact the gallery.

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Downtown Dining

MONTGOMERY INN BOATHOUSE STREET CITY PUB 925 Riverside Dr . 580 Walnut St . Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 513-721-7427 513-873-7529 Cincinnati’s famous rib joint! Street City Pub offers authentic Irish fare in a pub atmosphere . Full bar with flatscreen TV’s NICOLA’S displaying sporting events . 1420 Sycamore St . Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 SYMPHONY HOTEL & RESTAURANT 513-721-6200 210 W . 14th St ., Cincinnati, OH 45202 Chic venue presenting contemporary Italian (513)721-3353 cuisine in a warm space with exposed-brick The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant offers 3, walls . 4 and 5 course dining in the historic dining room . The lounge offers Scotch, bourbon, PRIME CINCINNATI wine and port tasing on Friday and Saturdays . 580 Walnut St ,. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-579-0720 Known for its USDA Prime Steaks, exquisite cuisine, extensive wine selectionand outstand- ing service . Getting married this year or have a special event? Let us help you with your invitation needs. We specialize in making your event special

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CASA FIGUEROA RED FEATHER KITCHEN 6112 Montgomery Rd Cincinnati,. OH 45213 3200 Madison Rd . 513-631-3333 Cincinnati, OH 45209 Casa Figueroa features Latin inspired cuisine 513-407-3631 with a thoughtful focus on regional, non- A contemporary American farm to table res- GMO, minimally processed seasonal ingredi- taurant located in the Oakley neighborhood of ents of the highest quality . Greater Cincinnati . Offering an upscale casual dining experience with an emphasis on clas- CHICKEN ON THE RUN sic culinary techniques and slow, careful 7255 Ohio Ave . preparations . Enjoy forty wines by the glass, Cincinnati, OH 45236 200+ by the bottle, house made craft cocktails 513-791-6577 and a comprehensive list of micro-brewed Low-key haunt for burgers, sloppy joes & beers . other hearty American eats, plus craft beer & sports on TV . THE TURF CLUB 4618 Eastern Ave . MECKLENBURG GARDENS Cincinnati, OH 45226 302 E . University Ave . 513-533-4222 Cincinnati, OH 45219 A quirky joint doling out beers and jumbo 513-221-5353 burgers with adventurous toppings in a neon- One of the treasures of historic Cincinnati, the lit room . restaurant and bier garten was established in 1865 . Priding ourselves on our German heri- SEASONS 52 tage, Mecklenburg Gardens stays true to its 3819 Edwards Rd ,. roots, providing delectable German cuisine Cincinnati, OH 45209 and Largers . 513-631-5252 . A fresh grill and wine bar restaurant . Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting .

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Kentucky Dining

HOFBRAUHAUS 859-261-4800 200 E . 3rd . St ,. Whether you’re craving carry out pizza, pasta, Newport, KY 41071 chicken parmesan with spaghetti, a fresh 859-491-7200 salad, or a hoagie, Riverfront Pizza offers The first authentic Hofbräuhaus in America, gourmet Italian food that will satisfy your modeled after the legendary 400+ year-old appetite . Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany! Guests are now able to enjoy many of the traditions from TROTTA’S STEAK & SEAFOOD Germany that have made Hofbräuhaus 441 6th Ave, Dayton, KY 41074 famous . From the traditionally decorated 859-360-5573 rooms in the building to the beer that is Trotta’s Steak & Seafood is an upscale, yet brewed on-site, and of course the excellent casual dining restaurant located in the heart German fare . of the Dayton, Kentucky Historic District . Serving hand cut steaks and fresh seafood POMPILIO’S daily, Trotta’s is a hidden gem that must be 600 Washington Ave ,. experienced by locals and tourists . Newport, KY 41071 859-581-3065 RIPPLE WINE BAR Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area 4 W . Pike St, Covington, KY 41011 home-cooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive 859-261-0004 years! The stuffy wine bar is dead, long live the neighborhood juice joint where good conver- RIVERFRONT PIZZA sations turn into lifelong friendships! Ripple 617 W . 3rd St . is about making wine approachable and fun . Covington, KY 41011 Northern Dining

BROWN DOG CAFE 1000 Summit Place THE ORIGINAL MONTGOMERY INN Blue Ash, OH 45242 9440 Montgomery Rd . 513-794-1610 Montgomery, OH 45242 Chef Shawn and his culinary team proudly pres- 513-791-3482 ent an ever-changing, eclectic menu featuring Cincinnati’s famous rib joint! sustainable Hawaiian fish, steaks, wild game, unique appetizers, vegetarian dishes, homemade WOODHOUSE KITCHEN + BAR pastas and desserts . 2629 Water Park Dr . Mason, OH 45040 MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY 513-466-8170 7875 Montgomery Rd . Executive Chef Matthew Schroeder has created a Cincinnati, OH 45236 menu using the finest seasonal produce . Taking Reservations: (513) 794-0670 inspiration from around the world, dishes are Carryout: (513) 794-0676 prepared for sharing . Our menu reflects the Banquets: (513) 794-0672 passions of our community-farm-fresh foods, Stop by Maggiano’s at Kenwood Towne Centre locally sourced & organic ingredients, and for season-fresh Italian food in Cincinnati, pre- curiosity while maintaining a warm, inviting pared by Chef Karl Lenz and inspired by Nonna’s experience . traditional recipes .

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APPOINTMENTS Deerfield Towne Center Newport, KY 441 Vine St . #20 5505 Deerfield Blvd . 866-538-3359 Cincinnati, OH 45202 Deerfield, OH 513-421-7430 513-770-0273 Northgate Mall 9501 Colerain Avenue CINCY SHIRTS Eastgate Mall Cincinnati, OH 1435 Main St . 4601 Eastgate Blvd 513-385-5600 Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH 513-510-5774 513-752-2294 Rookwood Pavilion 2709 Observatory Ave . 3805 Edwards Road Cincinnati, OH Florence Mall Cincinnati, OH 513-832-2125 2028 Mall Road 513-241-5800 295 W . Loveland Ave . Florence, KY Loveland, OH 45140 859-371-1231 Sycamore Crossing/Plaza 513-340-4373 7800-7896 Montgomery Rd . Kenwood Towne Center Cincinnati, OH EDDIE LANE’S DIAMOND 7875 Montgomery Road 877-225-5337 SHOWROOM Cincinnati, OH 9301 Montgomery Rd, 513-745-9100 Tri-County Mall 11700 Princeton Pike Montgomery, OH 45242 Liberty Center 513-793-4111 Cincinnati, OH 7628 Liberty Way 513-671-0120 UPPER EDEN West Chester, OH 1120 St . Gregory St, 513-644-0900 Voice of America Centre 7598 Voice of America Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 Newport on the Levee 513-421-1120 West Chester, OH 1 Levee Way 513-792-5000

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Art Beyond Boundaries DAAP Galleries The Marta Hewett Gallery 1410 Main St . 2624 Clifton Ave The Annex at the Pendleton Cincinnati, OH 45202 Cincinnati, OH 45221 Art Center 513-421-8726 513-556-2839 1310 Pendleton St . Cincinnati, OH 45202 Gallery 708 Gallery Veronique 513-281-2780 708 Walnut Street The Shops at Harper’s Point Cincinnati, OH 45202 11324 Montgomery Road Weston Art Gallery 513-551-8171 Cincinnati, OH 45249 650 Walnut Street 513-530-5379 Cincinnati, OH 45202-2517 Carl Solway Gallery 513-977-4165 424 Findlay Street Kennedy Heights Art Center Cincinnati, OH 45214 6546 Montgomery Rd . 513-621-0069 Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-631-4278 The Carnegie 1028 Scott Blvd Covington, KY 41011 859-491-2030

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Grand Antique Mall Bromwell’s English Traditions Inc. 9701 Reading Road 117 West Fourth Street 2041 Madison Rd . Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH 513-554-1919 513-621-0620 513-321-4730

Wooden Nickel Antiques The Antiques Warehouse Ohio Valley Antique Mall 1410 Central Pkwy Camp Washington 7285 Dixie Highway (Rte . 4) Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH Fairfield, OH 513-241-2985 513-319-5405 513-874-7855

Ferguson’s Antique Mall Design Smith Gallery Riverside Centre 4939 Glenway Ave 1342 Main St . Antique Mall Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati, OH 3742 Kellogg Ave . 513-921-1111 513- 403-2382 Cincinnati, OH 513-321-1430 Covered Bridge Antique Mall 7508 Hamilton Ave Cincinnati, OH 513- 521-5739

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