Cincinnati Heritage Programs
Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs is proud to offer historical, cultural and architectural tours around Greater Cincinnati
For more than 30 years, the docents have enjoyed sharing their passion for history through their walking and motorcoach tours and hundreds of audiovisual presentations. As an outreach association of the Cincinnati History Museum, the all-volunteer Cincinnati Heritage Programs has unlocked doors to privately owned places generally not open to the public. All topics are thoroughly researched for accuracy. The Ambassadors of Cincinnati History strive to inspire people to learn and appreciate Cincinnati, Ohio's history. We offer tours to suit your individual interests.
Union Terminal Rotunda Tours
Discover Union Terminal, Cincinnati's most iconic National Historic Landmark. During a 45-minute tour of the 1933 train station, docents explain the architecture, construction and art of one of the finest examples of the Art Deco style. Hear details about the world-famous mosaic murals. These limited capacity public tours are first come, first served and will depend on availability.
Fridays at 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Saturdays at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Sundays at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Private tours can also be arranged for groups during the week for a fee with advance notice by calling (513) 287-7001.
Speakers Bureau Presentations
The docents of Heritage Programs have created an impressive array of over 60 entertaining presentations about greater Cincinnati’s compelling history, culture and architecture. The docents can bring their hour-long presentations to your organization or institution. Presentation fees are $90 to $120.
Live Virtual Speakers Bureau Presentations
Cincinnati Heritage Programs Speakers Bureau is pleased to announce our Zoom presentation schedule. The hour-long programs will be presented live on the 4th Tuesday of the month and are free of charge.
Walking Tours
Discover the city's vibrant revitalization and rich culture through our new walking tours. These 2-hour walking tours through our beautiful city, offered April through October, will cover a variety of interests and captivate individuals, families and groups.
Cincinnati Museum Center Heritage Programs is proud to offer historical, cultural and architectural tours around Greater Cincinnati
For more than 30 years, the docents have enjoyed sharing their passion for history through their walking and motorcoach tours and hundreds of audiovisual presentations. As an outreach association of the Cincinnati History Museum, the all-volunteer Cincinnati Heritage Programs has unlocked doors to privately owned places generally not open to the public. All topics are thoroughly researched for accuracy. The Ambassadors of Cincinnati History strive to inspire people to learn and appreciate Cincinnati, Ohio's history. We offer different types of tours to better suit your individual needs. Check out our options below.
New 2021 Live Virtual Speakers Bureau Presentations
Cincinnati Heritage Programs Speakers Bureau is pleased to announce our new Zoom presentation schedule. There will be two programs scheduled per month which you can choose and access using Zoom. The hour-long programs will be presented live on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. The first three months of programs will be provided free of charge.
Rotunda Tours
These tours are not currently available. Check back soon for updates.
Celebrate Union Terminal’s restoration and learn about the building’s significant history with a 50-minute free Rotunda tour led by our Cincinnati Heritage Program docents. You’ll discover more about the construction, architecture and artwork of one of the world’s finest examples of art deco style. Hear details about the world-famous mosaic tile murals, see newly restored artwork in historic dining rooms and visit today’s Amtrak waiting room and the Rookwood Tea Room.
These tours include walks up and down stairs. They meet in the Rotunda at the starting times and no registration is required. Tour dates and times are subject to change without notice.
Tickets: Free
Registration: Not required
Cincinnati Heritage Program Tours
Each year, we put together a schedule of unique tours that will take visitors all over the tri-state area and to some Queen City sites not usually available for public viewing.
Bus Tours
Whether it be art, culture, heritage, industry or entertainment that is of interest; have one of our knowledgeable Cincinnati Heritage Programs tour guides step aboard your motor coach to bring our region alive for your group.
Speakers Bureau
Heritage Programs has a variety of historical, architectural and cultural topics that docents can bring to your organization.
Brown Bag Lectures
Grab your lunch and join us at the Forest Park Senior Center for our popular Brown Bag Lecture Series. With an emphasis on Cincinnati history, these informative, exciting and free lectures will inspire you to be more curious about the community around you.
Custom Tours
If you're not convinced that one of these options is perfect for you, please contact us to set up a tour or a lecture just for you! Work with one of our experienced guides to plan the perfect tour. Maybe you want to stay on the bus or visit a museum or historic site. Or maybe you’d like to add a meal and an extra stop to the tour. We’re happy to accommodate you—just let us know your expectations, thoughts and limitations. We’ll plan an informative, affordable and enjoyable day for a large or small group.
For more information, call (513) 287-7031.
Contact Information
To make a reservation or for more information, call (513) 287-7001 daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Additional Information
Lunch is included on bus tours unless otherwise stated.
No pets are permitted on tours.
We ask that patrons do not smoke during tours.
We are not currently booking in-person Cincinnati Heritage Programs tours or in-person Speakers Bureau engagements.
Please check back for updates on availability.