Cincinnati History Library and Archives

We have a new name!

The Cincinnati Historical Society Library is now the Cincinnati History Library and Archives.

The Library has been collecting and preserving materials relating to the Greater Cincinnati area since 1831.
We collect books, pamphlets, maps, photos, manuscripts, films and sound recordings. More info

History of the Library

Cincinnati History Library and Archives
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45203
Phone: 513-287-7030
Fax: 513-287-7095
library@cincymuseum.org

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Copyright © 2004-2012 Cincinnati Museum Center.
All Rights Reserved.
Photographs not to be reproduced without written authorization.

Library Catalog

Digital Journals

Archives and Manuscripts * New Interface *

Manuscript Registers (older version)

Photographs* New Muster Collection photos *

Lincoln Originals
An online exhibit in celebration of the 200th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birthday

J. P. Ball, African American Photographer

From Seed to Flower (Botanical Collection)

Guide to 20th Century African American Resources

Index to Local History Resources

Ohio Civil War Monuments

Cincinnati FAQ's

Library Information

Links

Order a Print
Purchase reproductions of art work from our collections.

Getty Images
View photos from our historic photograph collection on the Getty Images web site.

Cincinnati Museum Center