"REDISCOVER
CINCINNATI"
Optional
family-oriented Cincinnati activities for
Saturday Morning and Afternoon, July 30, 2005
We are arranging special group rates for five "Rediscover" activities.
The rate we can get depends on the degree of interest from the alumni.
These activities are optional. The cost is NOT included with your reunion ticket.
Please let us know which of these activities you would like to attend.
There is a section on the Update & Registration Form where you can enter that information.
 - Ohio River Cruise
Harbor Sightseeing Cruises
Sit back, relax and enjoy the view on a 1 hour afternoon cruise on the Ohio River. Listen as the Captain guides your adventure with interesting commentary. Cash bar and snacks. Adults $12.95 Seniors $11.95 Child $6.95 |
http://www.bbriverboats.com/public2005.html
http://www.bbriverboats.com
- The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
| Located on the bank of the Ohio River in Cincinnati, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center stands as the nation's newest monument to freedom. It brings to life the importance - and relevance - of struggles for freedom around the world and throughout history, including today. Made up of three buildings that symbolize the cornerstones of freedom - courage, cooperation, and perseverance - the Freedom Center's curving architecture reflects the winding river and the often-changing path to freedom. |
http://www.undergroundrailroad.org
- Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati History Museum
Cinergy Children's Museum
Museum of Natural History & Science
OMNIMAX® Theater
| Three popular museums, and Cincinnati's only Omnimax theater are housed in historic Union Terminal. This is an opportunity to share these unique museum experiences with your family, friends and former classmates. Our 40th Reunion event will be held in the Rotunda of the Cincinnati Museum Center on Saturday evening. A special Group Rate will be available to all Reunion attendees on Friday and Saturday. |
http://www.cincymuseum.org/
Other Museum Center Links:
Cincinnati History Museum Exhibits:
http://www.cincymuseum.org/cmc/3museums/cincy_exhibits.html
Cincinnati In Motion - Web Cam:
http://www.aroundcinci.com/icams/museum/
About Union Terminal:
http://www.cincymuseum.org/cmc/collection/about_union_terminal.html
The AFC Union Terminal Page:
../30-Union_Terminal/30-Union_Terminal.asp
- Newport Aquarium
A state-of-the art facility, the Newport Aquarium brings to the banks of the Ohio River some of the world's most advanced, creative technology -- not to mention amazing animals -- all designed to take you around the globe, visiting each continent, every ocean and hundreds of waterways in between.
And what a way to travel: Underwater tunnels. See-through floors. Walk-around exhibits. And a touch pool. No one before has combined, with such mesmerizing flare, the magic of entertainment and the power of education.
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http://www.newportaquarium.com/
- The Cincinnati Reds Hall Of Fame
| With the formation of the Cincinnati Red Stockings of 1869, professional baseball and America's passion for the sport were born, and grew, right here in Cincinnati. Now, for the first time, the Reds Hall of Fame and Museum offers fans of the Reds, and of baseball, the first comprehensive look into the sport's heralded past.
Nowhere else are fans able to see as complete of a collection of artifacts from the first professional baseball team and its rich history in the major leagues. And nowhere outside of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., are baseball fans treated to such an amazing visual history of the World Series and Opening Day. |
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The Reds Hall of Fame, which opened to the public Sept. 25, 2004, is just west of Great American Ball Park, the home of the Cincinnati Reds, along Cincinnati's riverfront. The facility features more than 16,000 square feet of exhibit space on two floors. |
http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/cin/ballpark/museum/index.jsp
There are many other attractions which you may want to
add to your Reunion Weekend plans.
If you are planning an extended stay in the city
be sure to check out the Extended Stay Activities.
The Great American Ball Park Tour
| The Reds are out of
town from July 24th to August 2nd, but you can visit the Reds Hall of
Fame, and take a tour of the new Great American Ball Park. You'll see
Crosley Terrace, the broadcast booths, the writing press box, the Reds'
dugout, Club 4192, the Machine Room, the Diamond Club, the field-level
TV/Interview Room and more. Saturday non-gameday tours begin at 10:30
a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. |
http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/cin/ballpark/tours.jsp
Cincinnati Reds Web Site
http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/index.jsp?c_id=cin
Newport on the Levee
| Shops,
Restaurants, GameWorks, AMC 20 Movie Theatres, Shadowbox
Cabaret, Funny Bone Comedy Club and more, just
across the river from Cincinnati. Located off I-471, exit 5 (SR 8),
Newport on the Levee is designed to create a community-gathering place,
From inviting architecture to animated street performers, the Levee is
more than a landmark, it's an experience! For more information or a
complete listing of tenants please call 1-866-LeveeKY, or click on the
links below. |
http://www.newportonthelevee.com/maindirectories/directory/alltenants.cfm
http://www.newportonthelevee.com/
Taft Museum of Art
http://www.taftmuseum.org/
Cincinnati Art Museum
http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum.com/
Krohn Conservatory - Eden Park
  
| Eden Park is the
home of the Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati Art Academy, Playhouse in
the Park, Murray Seasongood Pavilion, and the Irwin M. Krohn
Conservatory. Krohn Conservatory, one of Cincinnati's major tourist
attractions, was opened to the public in 1933 and essentially rebuilt
after extensive storm damage in 1966. The Conservatory, is open every
day of the year from 10 :00 AM - 5:00 PM, and extended hours during
special shows and events. This structure, together with Warder
Nursery in Finneytown, replaced the old Eden Park range of greenhouses
built in 1902 on the same site. Growing and propagating for the parks
is done at Warder Nursery. |
http://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cityparks/pages/-3454-/
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens
The world famous
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden was
recently rated #1 attraction in Cincinnati and in the top 15
attractions nationally by Zagat Survey. Over 1.2 million people visit
the Zoo’s award-winning exhibits, and more than 500 animal and 3000
plant species annually.
The Zoo is an accredited member of the American
Zoo & Aquarium Association (AZA), is internationally known for its
success in the protection and propagation of endangered animals and
plants, and engages in research and conservation projects worldwide. |
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http://www.cincizoo.org
Coney Island
http://www.coneyislandpark.com/
Historical & Architectural Tours
The Cincinnati
Convention & Visitors Bureau lists several companies which
offer historical and architectural tours of the city. There are both
walking and
bus tours available, and most tours last for three hours or so. Please
let us know if
you would like to see us set up a tour for a group of Aiken graduates.
Able Scotsman Tours
4323 34th
Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45209
Phone:
513-351-7673
chimealpha3@aol.com
Historic, entertaining
Cincinnati tour. Allow 3 hours (includes stops); see sights from a
six-passenger van. Also step-on guide. Trolley and larger buses
available.
Accent
on Cincinnati
915 W. Eighth
St. Cincinnati, OH 45203
Phone: 513-721-8687
Fax: 513-721-1542
http://www.accentcinti.com
dfreeman@accentcinti.com
A professional
destination management corporation. Services include: sight-seeing
tours, receptions, banquets, theme parties, hospitality programs,
décor, entertainment; city-wide transportation/shuttles.
Cincinnati
Heritage Tours
1301 Western
Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45203
Phone:
513-287-7030 Fax: 513-287-7265
Cincinnati Historical
Society guides offer the city's past with its present. Call for
information about currently scheduled public tours or to arrange a
custom tour for your group.
Cincinnati
Preservation Association
342 W. 4th
Street Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: 513-721-4506
Fax: 513-721-6832
http://www.cincinnatipreservation.org
director@cincinnatipreservation.org
Presents Architreks,
walking tours of downtown; Sat-Sun, May-Oct, 2 pm, leaving from the
Cincinnati Visitor Center at Fifth Third on Fountain Square.
JLG
Tours
3219 Cooper Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Phone: 513-563-9380
Fax: 513-769-4337
jlgtours@aol.com
Journey, Legacy,
Gratitude Tours, offers "Secret Passage," Cincinnati's definitive
Underground Railroad tour experience and the Cincinnati
African-American Heritage Tour.
Ohio
Travel Treasures
5270 Day Rd.,
Cincinnati, OH 45252
Phone: 513-923-9112
Fax: 513-923-3108
ohiotraveltreasures@fuse.net
Make one call for all
your group tour treasures in the region. Unique and surprising reasons
to stay, play and discover.
Paul
Brown Stadium
Two Paul Brown
Stadium Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: 513-621-3550
Fax: 513-621-3570
rittere@pbsl.net
Come see the Home of
the Cincinnati Bengals! Tours begin in May and run through mid-August
and are offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Tours are
available by reservation.
Verdin
Bell and Clock Museum
444 Reading Rd.,
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: 513-241-4010
Fax: 513-241-1855
http://www.verdin.com
dkayser@verdin.com
800-543-0488.
www.verdin.com Tour this architectural landmark. From the vaulted
ceilings to the spectacular stained glass windows, this building is
both historic and beautiful. Tours include neighborhood, St. Paul, and
the history of Ohio's oldest family owned company, The Vedin Company.
Also tour the World Peace Bell.
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OTHER LINKS:
Greater Cincinnati Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.cincyusa.com
Northern Kentucky Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.nkycvb.com/
Trip Advisor -
Cincinnati Hotels
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g60993-Cincinnati_Ohio-Hotels.html
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