How a Bold Vision from ArtWorks is Transforming the Walnut Hills Business District

In a once-abandoned corner of the historic Walnut Hills Business District, a new first-of-its-kind mural by world-renowned artist Charles Gaines stands proudly against the backdrop of downtown Cincinnati. At the base of the mural – which highlights indigenous cottonwood trees – is a public greenspace, featuring ample space for seating,…

Greater Cincinnati Foundation Illuminates Music Hall during BLINK

Every other year, city blocks in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky transform into a magical display of light, color, community and art. BLINK, the nation’s largest immersive arts and light festival in its 4th installment, is poised to put on its best show yet, with over 2 million people in attendance….

Activating a Vibrant Arts and Culture Scene

Cincinnati is a worldclass destination for arts and culture. In 2023, GCF partnered with generous donors to grant over $12 million to support creative endeavors and expand access to impactful arts and cultural experiences. Cincinnati Opera Goes to Church Opera Goes to Church!™/Opera Goes to Temple!™ is a collaboration between…

Black & Brown Faces

Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) is a proud sponsor of Black & Brown Faces, a new exhibition at the Cincinnati Art Museum running October 23, 2020 – January 3, 2021 that features 10 Black regional artists’ portrayal of facial expressions of people of color during the extremes of 2020. Emphasizing mental…