Since its founding in 1831 as the library of the Historical
and Philosophical Society of Ohio, the library has been collecting
and preserving materials relating to the greater Cincinnati area,
the state of Ohio and the Old Northwest Territory. Today, it houses
one of the most significant regional history collections in the United
States. Users may consult books, pamphlets, periodicals, maps, manuscript
collections and audiovisual materials in the library's reading room.
Library Hours:
Monday through Friday, Noon to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Sundays and holidays.
Contact Info:
Cincinnati Historical Society Library
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45203