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New music video drops for The Blue Angels OMNIMAX film
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 14, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org "The Angel Zone" gets your heart pumping WHAT: It’s new music Friday at Cincinnati Museum Center. Just in time for Valentine's Day, the museum released "The Angel Zone," a new banger inspired by their latest OMNIMAX® film. The video features heart-pounding guitar riffs and breathtaking footage of soaring jets from The Blue Angels film, which opens today. "The Angel Zone" video "The Angel Zone"
Inflation-busting discount at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 13, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati Museum Center fights inflation with discounted tickets Inflation-busting discount runs through April 30 CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is offering some relief from rising prices. Starting Friday, February 14, CMC is offering an inflation-busting discount, dropping prices on museum admission from Presidents’ Day weekend through Spring Break. With up to 25% off museum
The Blue Angels soar into the OMNIMAX Theater
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 6, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org The greatest air show on Earth puts you in the cockpit for a limited time; opening Feb. 14 CINCINNATI – The Blue Angels have been thrilling people across the country and around the globe for more than 75 years. Now IMAX Entertainment proudly presents an exhilarating new abridged version of the documentary The Blue Angels, taking audiences soaring with the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron
Freedom Center elects Robert W. McDonald board chair
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 3, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center elects Robert W. McDonald board chair Michael L. Cioffi, partner at Blank Rome, also joins board CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center recently elected a new chair and added a new member to its Board of Directors. Robert W. McDonald began a two-year term as board chair on January 1, 2025. McDonald is a partner at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP where he chairs
OMNIMAX Dinner Date supersizes date night at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 21, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Upgrade dinner and a move with a dome-cooked meal OMNIMAX® Dinner Date kicks off March 21; limited tickets available now CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is supersizing dinner and a movie. Their new OMNIMAX® Dinner Date offers you a dome-cooked meal and an immersive film experience that takes a date night classic to the next level. The series kicks off March 21 with a dinner inspired
Largest collection of artifacts from Auschwitz coming to Cincinnati
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 27, 2025 MEDIA CONTACTS: Cody Hefner, Cincinnati Museum Center, (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Kara Driscoll, Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center, (513) 638-0508, kdriscoll@cincyhhc.org Largest collection of artifacts from Auschwitz outside Europe coming to Cincinnati Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. brings over 500 artifacts and 400 photographs to Cincinnati's Union Terminal CINCINNATI – As the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of the
Summer is coming. Museum Camps are back.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 23, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Camps on sale for Members Jan. 29, general Feb. 5 CINCINNATI – When school is out, Camps are in. It doesn’t feel like it outside, but summer is fast approaching and a houseful of energized kids is coming with it. But don’t worry, Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) has you covered. CMC’s Museum Camps are the perfect cure for summertime boredom, blues and brain drain. Camps go on sale for CMC Members
Take it backstreet back to the 90s at Cincinnati Museum Center
Kick it old school with Off the Rails After Hours: 90s Edition Cincinnati Museum Center 7 to 10 p.m., February 13 WHAT: Just like boy bands and neon, a good time at Cincinnati Museum Center never goes out of style. And, for all those 90s babies who grew up visiting the museum, February 13 is your chance to relive your childhood in The Children’s Museum with a 90s-themed 21 and up party. Off the Rails: 90s Edition features all-90s karaoke and opportunities to make friendship bracelets and slime - when
PREVIEW: Julia Child: A Recipe for Life on January 30
EXHIBITION PREVIEW Julia Child: A Recipe for Life Cincinnati Museum Center 10 a.m., January 30 WHAT: Join Cincinnati Museum Center for a preview of its newest featured exhibition, Julia Child: A Recipe for Life. Julia Child: A Recipe for Life immerses you in the essential ingredients to Julia’s personal journey – from her early days in Paris to her groundbreaking cookbook and TV show. Discover the passion and perseverance that made her a culinary icon and be inspired by her legacy – one that
Two Cincinnati museums nominated for country's best
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati Museum Center again named finalist for country's best museums Voting for best history museum and best children's museum open through Feb. 10 CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is once again being recognized among the top museums in the country. USA TODAY’s 10Best released their nominees for the nation’s best museums and CMC found itself on two lists: Best History Museum for
Fall in love with food this Valentine's Day at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 7, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Fall in love with food at Cincinnati Museum Center's Valentine's Dinner Julia Child inspires a French cuisine three-course meal Feb. 14; tickets available now CINCINNATI – Love is in the air at Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC). Join them on Valentine’s Day for a French cuisine three-course meal inside Union Terminal’s grand Rotunda. The meal is inspired by culinary icon Julia Child’s love affair
Rex the Halls at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 13 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org "Rex the Halls" at Cincinnati Museum Center New music video drops for T. REX OMNIMAX® film WHAT: It’s new music Friday at Cincinnati Museum Center. Just in time for the holidays, the museum released “Rex the Halls,” a new video inspired by their latest OMNIMAX® film. The video features carolers being comically terrorized by a T. rex while singing a custom version of “Deck the Halls” sprinkled
Cook your way through French culinary classics at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 5, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Registration for winter and spring programs in the Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio opens Monday CINCINNATI – If attempting even scrambled eggs makes life a living shell (pardon our French), Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) has an opportunity for you to empower your young foodies to scramble, poach and meringue their way through a dozen eggs. CMC’s winter and spring programs in itsCr(eat)e Culinary Studio
Freedom Center board member celebrated for spirit of volunteerism
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 27, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center board member Pete Strange celebrated for spirit of volunteerism Strange received GCF Jacob E. Davis Volunteer Leadership Award, donates award to Freedom Center's cultural competency training CINCINNATI – Longtime National Underground Railroad Freedom Center board member and prolific community advocate Pete Strange was recognized with the Greater Cincinnati Foundation’s 2024 Jacob E.
Cincinnati Museum Center - New book presents person-centered documentary of the city's history
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 20, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Four Cincinnatis presents person-centered documentary of the city's history Collection of essays by historian Dan Hurley reflects 45-year career; proceeds support Cincinnati Museum Center's History Library and Archives CINCINNATI – Lovers of history and Cincinnati diehards will want to add a new book to their holiday list this year. The new project compiles over four decades of research and
Barbie comes to Cincinnati Museum Center spring 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 14, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Barbie comes to Cincinnati Museum Center spring 2025 Barbie™: A Cultural Icon features over 300 artifacts; gift packages available now CINCINNATI – Say “Hi, Barbie!” to Cincinnati Museum Center’s next featured exhibition. Barbie™: A Cultural Icon honors 60 years of fashion and inspiration, showcasing how Barbie is more than just a doll, she is a cultural icon. Step back into your childhood and
Cincinnati Museum Center celebrates late artist John A. Ruthven's 100th birthday
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 12, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati Museum Center celebrates late artist John A. Ruthven's 100th birthday Day of nature-inspired art activities honors artist's legacy of preservation and advocacy Nov. 16 CINCINNATI – Today marks legendary wildlife artist John A. Ruthven’s 100th birthday. To celebrate, Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is hosting a nature- and art-centric day of programming this Saturday, November 16,
Freedom Center announces 20th annual King Legacy Celebration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 30, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@nurfc.org Freedom Center announces 20th annual King Legacy Celebration; Kroger back as presenting sponsor Kroger continues lead sponsorship for third consecutive year; tickets available Nov. 4 CINCINNATI – The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center will again honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with their 20th annual King Legacy Celebration and, for the third consecutive year, Kroger is
Summer digs add to museum fossil collection, one of nation's largest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 14, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Summer digs add to Cincinnati Museum Center fossil collection, one of nation's largest Museum and partner Elevation Science Institute recap field season CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center’s fossil collection grew after a summer digging through the rock and dirt in Wyoming and Montana. The museum and their partners at Elevation Science Institute collected a variety of dinosaur fossils over a
Museum's adults-only party with a purpose is back Nov. 8
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 10, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Layers of Innovation, presented by Atomic Data, early bird tickets available now CINCINNATI – Cincinnati’s adults-only night at the museum is back November 8. Now in its fifth year, Cincinnati Museum Center’s Layers series once again invites you to drink with the dinosaurs, dine with the dire wolves and dance on the deck of the Queen of the West. The upcoming Layers of Innovation, presented by
Exhibition explores life of American culinary pioneer Julia Child
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 3, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Julia Child: A Recipe for Life opens at Cincinnati Museum Center Feb. 1, 2025 CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is ready to show people that cooking as we’ve come to know it is Child’s play. Julia Child: A Recipe for Life, created and toured by Flying Fish, is an intimate and immersive exhibition that encourages you to fall in love all over again with the person who made America fall in
Duke Energy Holiday Trains steam back into Union Terminal Nov. 9
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 24, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati tradition returns for 78th year as part of Holiday Junction; Santa arrives Nov. 29 CINCINNATI – Amid trimmed trees and snowflakes, 50 well-oiled locomotives trailed by 300 rail cars laden with coal, fresh-cut trees and circus performers sit ready to travel more than 100,000 scale miles through a winter wonderland. Cincinnati’s beloved holiday tradition returns November 9 when Holiday
Organ concert returns to Union Terminal after sold-out season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 19, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Music in the Museum three-concert series kicks off Nov. 13; tickets available now CINCINNATI – The grand Rotunda of Union Terminal will once again echo with the triumphant sounds of its concert organ. Cincinnati Museum Center announced its 2024-2025 Music in the Museum concert series, featuring a lineup of renowned organists and accompanying choirs and musicians performing selections from classic
Pancakes, pasta and tacos are part of the curriculum at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 16, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Registration now open for fall and winter programs in the Cr(eat)e Culinary Studio CINCINNATI – If the pressure of not “burning” the bottom side of a grilled cheese has you craving Gordon Ramsay for a babysitter, Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) has an opportunity for you to empower your young foodies to satisfy their own picky palates. CMC opened registration today for its fall and winter programs
The GOAT roars to life at Cincinnati Museum Center's OMNIMAX Theater
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 17, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org The Greatest Of All Tyrants thunders onto screen in T. REX, showcasing thrilling story of fossil discovery by three young boys; opens Oct. 25 CINCINNATI – For over a hundred years, dinosaurs have inspired and thrilled audiences, commanding blockbuster status in museums and movie theaters. But one dinosaur towers among them all as a king – a tyrant lizard king. With leaps in graphics technology
Photographs give voice to Black Cincinnati in FotoFocus exhibition at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 15, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Lens of History, curated by Toilynn O'Neal Turner, features over 200 historic and contemporary photogrpahs CINCINNATI – A new exhibition at Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is proving a picture can be worth much more than a thousand words; a picture can hold within it part of a community’s identity. Curated by Toilynn O’Neal Turner and on display now at Cincinnati Museum Center, Lens of History: A
Whale Week is the biggest week of the summer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 2, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Whale Week makes a splash at Cincinnati Museum Center The biggest week of the summer features old sea tales, prizes and Blue Whales film; July 8-12 CINCINNATI – Listen up, chums. Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is preparing for its biggest week yet - literally. Whale Week is making fish sticks out of Shark Week to dominate the seas and the screens with a whale-known cast of big stars – we’re talking
Language development through play at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 27, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Language development through play at new Cincinnati Museum Center exhibit Kids' Town Park builds early love of reading and pathway to literacy for kids and adults CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is giving the region’s youngest learners a new place to learn through play. Opening tomorrow, a new language development exhibit in CMC’s Children’s Museum turns words into building blocks for
Youth development program celebrates 35 years, welcomes 35 new youth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 11, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Youth development program celebrates 35 years, welcomes 35 new youth CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) celebrated six graduating seniors from its Youth Programs. The youth development program, now in its 35th year, supports high school students as they participate in program development, content delivery, collections support and more throughout the museum while also receiving college
1940s Day returns to historic Union Terminal Aug. 31
Source FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 6, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Swing back in time at Cincinnati Museum Center's 1940s Day Classic cars, big band music, costume contest and more bring the 1940s back to Union Terminal CINCINNATI – Classic cars, big band music, hoop skirts and swing dancing bring the 1940s roaring to life at Cincinnati Museum Center. The museum’s annual 1940s Day returns to historic Union Terminal Saturday, August 31. The 1940s are
Blue whales loom large in the OMNIMAX Theater
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 16, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Blue Whales: Return of the Giants brings the world's largest animal to the domed screen CINCINNATI – The largest animals ever to have lived are coming to the only screen big enough to hold them. Massive blue whales will fill the 72-foot domed screen of Cincinnati Museum Center’s Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX® Theater when Blue Whales: Return of the Giants opens June 7. VIEW TRAILER At over 90
Literacy through play in new exhibit at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 11, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Literacy through play at Cincinnati Museum Center New Kids' Town Park exhibit builds early literacy skills; opens June 28 CINCINNATI – Words are building blocks for life. They can be used to express yourself, describe and make sense of the world around you and build curiosity, generosity and empathy. And, when it comes to early childhood development, the sooner – and more – the better. A new
New exhibit turns your body - and science education - inside out
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 23, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org New exhibit turns your body - and science education - inside out Advancing Health presented by Mayfield Brain & Spine opens at Cincinnati Museum Center this July CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is helping to advance the region’s understanding, interest and appreciation of health. A new permanent exhibit will focus on body systems, medical innovations and health care professions,
Cincinnati Museum Center giving away free eclipse glasses...and drops a new music video
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 18, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati Museum Center giving away free eclipse glasses... and drops a new music video Free glasses for Deep Sky OMNIMAX® viewers and program attendees on select dates CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) is helping you get ready for the upcoming solar eclipse. Starting this weekend, the museum will host eclipse-themed programming each weekend leading up to the eclipse. And each
Cincinnati Museum Center twice recognized among nation's best museums
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 23, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Cincinnati History Museum recognized among best in the country Children's Museum also named in top five nationwide in USA TODAY vote CINCINNATI – Two of Cincinnati Museum Center’s (CMC) museums have been recognized among the best in the country. Following a four-week nationwide vote, the Cincinnati History Museum was named one of the top three in the Best History Museum category, while
150 artifacts bring to life final days of Pompeii at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 14, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org PHOTOS AND B ROLL POMPEII: The Exhibition opens at Cincinnati Museum Center Friday CINCINNATI – The sights, sounds and sensations of daily life and the final days of Pompeii will soon dazzle guests at Cincinnati Museum Center. POMPEII: The Exhibition premieres this Friday, showcasing more than 150 priceless artifacts from historic Pompeii at the height of the Roman Empire, just moments before
Free Museum Admission for fourth graders; part of statewide program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 8, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Part of statewide program launched by America 250-Ohio; available through 2026 CINCINNATI – Fourth graders across Ohio will soon be able to visit Cincinnati Museum Center, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and other museums free of charge. The Fourth Grade History pass, unveiled today, is a new program for fourth grade students across the state, giving them exclusive access to select
Mayfield Brain & Spine to sponsor upcoming gallery at Cincinnati Museum Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 7, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Cody Hefner (513) 608-5777, chefner@cincymuseum.org Upcoming gallery will focus on body systems, health, innovations and health care CINCINNATI – Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC) announced today a naming rights sponsorship with Mayfield Brain & Spine for an upcoming gallery focused on biology, technology and workforce development. The sponsorship provides significant support to the new gallery that will be a permanent addition to CMC’s Museum of