Contemporary Arts Center
Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center
for Contemporary Art
44 E. 6th Street,
Cincinnati, OH 45202
513 345 8400
Every week you'll find numerous programs to get your creativity and mind going
December 2023 Events
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5 10:30 AM Art Play Hike: LaBoiteaux Woods
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December Art Play Hike: LaBoiteaux Woods ![]() |
6 4:00 PM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() |
7 10:30 AM Thursday Art Play: Little Architects
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December Thursday Art Play: Little Architects ![]() 4:00 PM Young Adult Lab: Do It Yourself Care
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December Young Adult Lab: Do It Yourself Care ![]() 5:30 PM Panel Discussion: Wounded Healers
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December Panel Discussion: Wounded Healers ![]() 6:00 PM One Night One Craft: Indigo Dyeing
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December One Night One Craft: Indigo Dyeing ![]() |
8 6:00 PM Co-LAB Artist Talk with Matt Dayler
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December Co-LAB Artist Talk with Matt Dayler ![]() |
9 11:00 AM One Night One Craft: DIY Gift Wrap Printing
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December One Night One Craft: DIY Gift Wrap Printing ![]() 11:00 AM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() |
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13 4:00 PM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() |
14 10:30 AM Thursday Art Play: Holiday Gifts
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December Thursday Art Play: Holiday Gifts ![]() 4:00 PM Young Adult Lab: Holiday Card and Gift Making
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December Young Adult Lab: Holiday Card and Gift Making ![]() 6:00 PM One Night One Craft: Wreath Making
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December One Night One Craft: Wreath Making ![]() |
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16 11:00 AM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() 9:00 AM Sensory Friendly Mornings at the CAC: Build, Build, Build!
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December Sensory Friendly Mornings at the CAC: Build, Build, Build! ![]() 10:00 AM Co-LAB Self Guided Graffiti Tour
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December Co-LAB Self Guided Graffiti Tour ![]() 2:00 PM Co-LAB: Architectural Abstractions III
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December Co-LAB: Architectural Abstractions III ![]() |
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20 4:00 PM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() |
21 10:30 AM Thursday Art Play: Holiday Gifts
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December Thursday Art Play: Holiday Gifts ![]() |
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23 11:00 AM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() |
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27 4:00 PM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() |
28 10:30 AM Thursday Art Play: Happy (Almost) New Year's Party!
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December Thursday Art Play: Happy (Almost) New Year's Party! ![]() 4:00 PM Young Adult Lab: Out with the Old, In with the New
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December Young Adult Lab: Out with the Old, In with the New ![]() |
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30 11:00 AM Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
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December Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin ![]() 10:00 AM Co-LAB Live Painting with Local Graffiti Artist
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December Co-LAB Live Painting with Local Graffiti Artist ![]() |
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December 2023 Events
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December
2023
Saturday
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Market Bleu at the CAC
This quarterly even returns just in time for you to complete your holiday shopping! An artisan showcase in the setting of the Contemporary Arts Center. Enjoy a drink from the cash bar while shopping the region's most unique handmade products and fine art. Vendors rotate frequently, so you never know what...
05
December
2023
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Art Play Hike: LaBoiteaux Woods
Art Play Hike is an outdoor series in partnership with the Cincinnati Parks. Department Join us this month as we explore LaBoiteaux Woods Nature Center and take part in hands-on art making. This program is designed for children ages 2-7 and their parent or caregiver. Families will meet at the...
06
December
2023
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
07
December
2023
Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Art Play: Little Architects
Join us Thursday mornings for creative playtime at the CAC. This family program uses hands-on art making activities and yoga to excite and educate our youngest visitors. Learn about the artists from the CAC exhibition A rehearsal on legacy and create artwork inspired by their work. Stick around for some...
07
December
2023
Thursday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Young Adult Lab: Do It Yourself Care
Join us every Thursday in the Creative Learning Center at the CAC for Young Adult Lab, a free drop-in art making program! This week, with the holidays happening, you might be feeling overwhelmed or worried so we decided we all should take some time to work on simple art, draw,...
07
December
2023
Thursday
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Wounded Healers
Wounded Healers is a collaborative community exhibition between the Contemporary Arts Center and Zonta Club of Cincinnati that highlights the healing that can come through art and the creative process. Join artists and advocates Jamie Schorsch, Melinda Hepfner, and Robin Arthur in conversation with moderator Shawnee Turner. Free; open...
07
December
2023
Thursday
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
One Night One Craft: Indigo Dyeing
This workshop explores Natural Indigo Dyeing and the Japanese textile practice of Shibori by creating custom silk scarves. Learn the global art history of the color blue and take home a recipe for making their own natural indigo vat. Participants will practice multiple folding and binding methods while making their...
08
December
2023
Friday
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Co-LAB Artist Talk with Matt Dayler
Embark on a journey of understanding with artist Matthew Dayler, a pioneer in the world of street art, as he unravels the clandestine history of graffiti. This event is set to challenge preconceived notions and shed light on the vibrant artistic practice that has long remained misunderstood.
09
December
2023
Saturday
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
One Night One Craft: DIY Gift Wrap Printing
This holiday season, take gift wrapping to a whole new level by crafting personalized wrapping paper that will make your presents stand out under the tree. Artist John Lanzador will lead participants through this paper printing workshop. From festive patterns to meaningful designs, ignite your imagination and create a truly...
09
December
2023
Saturday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
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December
2023
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
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December
2023
Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Art Play: Holiday Gifts
Join us Thursday mornings for creative playtime at the CAC. This family program uses hands-on art making activities and yoga to excite and educate our youngest visitors. Bring your little ones to Art Play and make some one-of-a-kind presents sure to make a loved one smile.Stick around for some kid-friendly...
14
December
2023
Thursday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Young Adult Lab: Holiday Card and Gift Making
Join us every Thursday in the Creative Learning Center on the 6th floor of the CAC for Young Adult Lab, a free drop-in art making program! With our holiday spirits at an all-time high, let’s show the folks we love we care by making them gifts and cards! Artists and...
14
December
2023
Thursday
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
One Night One Craft: Wreath Making
Artist, advocate, and educator Kelsey Nihiser makes her fabulous return to One Night, One Craft with a Holiday Wreath Making workshop! Make your own circular cornucopia of celebration and enjoy a festive environment of craft and merry making. These living wreaths make excellent gifts, in addition to beautiful adornments for...
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December
2023
Friday
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Kitchen Sink Reception
Reception for the DAAP student show, Kitchen Sink, in the Lower Level, 5-6:30pm. Students from the Sophomore Research Studio at DAAP, University of Cincinnati display work based on the course's focus on artistic research.
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December
2023
Saturday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
16
December
2023
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sensory Friendly Mornings at the CAC: Build, Build, Build!
During this event, the Museum will be made extra welcoming to our more sensitive guests. Families will be able to choose from a variety of activities and do them at whatever time they feel most comfortable. This session's theme will be all about architecture, construction, and the architect, Zaha Hadid,...
16
December
2023
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Co-LAB Self Guided Graffiti Tour
Have you ever wondered where the hidden gems of street art lie in this thriving city? Look no further! We have collaborated with talented graffiti artists to craft a unique map, unveiling the secret locations of these captivating urban masterpieces. This is your chance to explore an incredible collection of...
16
December
2023
Saturday
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Co-LAB: Architectural Abstractions III
Architectural Abstractions III: Scaled Collages Architects and designers use collage to conceptualize their designs. Designers also use collage as quick a way to represent a project by showing an atmosphere, mood, material concept, scenery, or environment. We can imagine and understand scale through the use of collage as well. In Abstraction III,...
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December
2023
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
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December
2023
Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Art Play: Holiday Gifts
Join us Thursday mornings for creative playtime at the CAC. This family program uses hands-on art making activities and yoga to excite and educate our youngest visitors. Bring your little ones to Art Play and make some one-of-a-kind presents sure to make a loved one smile.Stick around for some kid-friendly...
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December
2023
Saturday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
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December
2023
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
28
December
2023
Thursday
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday Art Play: Happy (Almost) New Year's Party!
Join us Thursday mornings for creative playtime at the CAC. This family program uses hands-on art making activities and yoga to excite and educate our youngest visitors. Happy (almost) New Year’s! Stop by for a fabulous kid-friendly New Year’s bash! We’ll be decorating party masks and making festive creations for...
28
December
2023
Thursday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Young Adult Lab: Out with the Old, In with the New
Join us every Thursday in the Creative Learning Center on the 6th floor of the CAC for Young Adult Lab, a free drop-in art making program! With the new year fast approaching, we'll be recycling some old materials we have from the years Young Adult Lab activities to see what...
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December
2023
Friday
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
CAC@21c
Join a CAC docent for a half-hour guided tour of the 21c exhibitions followed by a half-hour tour of the Contemporary Arts Center exhibitions. Come early to Metropole to enjoy a complimentary cocktail and tour will meet in the lobby of the 21c. Event is free and meets on the...
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December
2023
Saturday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
30
December
2023
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Co-LAB Live Painting with Local Graffiti Artist
Come join local graffiti artists as they show us, in real time, how their artistic practice leads them to create pieces that live throughout urban landscapes and create a dialogue about the importance of the graffiti artistic sphere. This event will last all day with painting starting from 11am to 3pm.
03
January
2024
Wednesday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
06
January
2024
Saturday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Artist-In-Residence: Cody Goodin
Join Cody Goodin, our Artist-In-Residence for this Winter, every Wednesday from 4-6PM and every Saturday from 11am-1pm in our Creativity Center for free collaborative art making and discussion! Cody's current art practice is a culmination of years of creating bits and pieces of his own inner world. It was this inner...
On-Going Events
Through
10
December
2023
Wounded Healers
Artists finding healing from abuse through artistic expression
Through
07
January
2024
Kitchen Sink
An exhibition of work created after a semester-long investigation into artistic research.
Through
14
January
2024
Dimensional
Students from the Art Academy of Cincinnati respond to the artists, materials, architecture, and themes presented in A Permanent Nostalgia for Departure.
Participating students:
Dominique Braxton
Maddy Degyanksy
Gavin Dessauer
Mina Gomez
Erick Guzman
Li hurdle
Echo Joy
Shay Lane
Daisy Lorenz
Derek Sally
Kaylee Sgouris
Mar Silvers
Elizabeth Zajkowski
Through
28
January
2024
A Permanent Nostalgia for Departure
A view of Zaha Hadid's legacy not as a conclusive overview, but rather as a point of departure full of possibilities and reflections
Through
14
April
2024
Tai Shani: MBR
Drawing on queer and feminist theory, and political ideologies of collectivism, to ponder love as a device for healing and resistance.
Through
30
December
2025
Kahlil Robert Irving: Ground Water from screen Falls [(Collaged media) + Midwest] Street
For the lobby carpet installation, Kahlil Robert Irving integrates imagery of asphalt with pop culture references, news headlines, and digital ephemera. The artist asks viewers to reconsider their daily engagement with social media, civic community life, and the urban landscape.