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Celebrate the Holiday Season with Us
Explore what the Taft has to offer this season — from delightful teas to unique holiday displays, hosting your own holiday party, or finding the perfect gift, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Seasonal Experiences
A Taft Holiday Tradition
November 8, 2023–January 7, 2024 | Taft Historic House
Do you often find yourself taking a break in the afternoon, perhaps for a cup of tea? Museum founders Charles and Anna Taft hosted an afternoon tea reception annually on New Year’s Day. According to a local newspaper, they provided their guests with “hot temptations” and “a delicious brew of eggnog.” In the museum’s dining room, you will find a few must-haves for the occasion, including tea and coffee services and a variety of serving dishes waiting to be filled with sweet treats.
GET TICKETS
Save on admission when you buy online! Admission is free for Taft members, military, and youth (18 and under); $12 for adults; $10 for seniors. Non-members save $2 by purchasing tickets online. Sundays are free!
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Dine With Us
Join us at Lindner Family Café
Our historic location is an amazing spot to unwind and dine during the bustling holiday season with artfully prepared meals, including delicious vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
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Gift Ideas
Bring the Taft Home with You
Highlights from the Collection Catalog
Highlights from the Collection published by D Giles Limited presents highlights from the Taft Museum of Art’s exceptional collection, which spans over 750 years of creative endeavor.
Available for purchase in the Museum Shop.
Members save 10 percent!
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Host Your Holiday Party with Us
Seasonal Parties
The Taft Museum of Art makes a memorable venue for both personal and corporate holiday celebrations. We can accommodate up to 100 guests for cocktail parties and 60 for seated dinners. Enjoy food from the region’s best caterers and our full bar service. Additionally, you may choose to have our historic house and galleries open for your guests to enjoy.
To start planning your seasonal party, contact events@taftmuseum.org or call (513) 352-5139. We have options for private events both during and outside of museum operating hours.
Festive Events
Holiday Teas
December 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22
Seatings at 12 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Join us for a festive afternoon tea! Enjoy a delicious assortment of savory bites and sweets, including scones and petits fours, alongside a selection of Churchill’s Teas. Live music will add to your holiday experience. Following your tea, enjoy holiday displays and the Taft historic house galleries. Admission to both is included with the tea.
$45 Taft members; $55 non-members; $25 children (12 and under). Reservations required. Price includes tax and gratuity. Alcoholic beverages are available for additional purchase.
Please note: the café may adjust service offerings on these days.
Questions? Contact welcome@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday Family Funday | German Christmas
Sunday, December 3
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Explore the Taft’s decked out halls and celebrate the holidays with the whole family throughout December. Enjoy free music, art-making, and gallery experiences that will be sure to bring holiday cheer to all. Join us for one Sunday or all three!
This is a free event! Registration is not required but encouraged. Make it a day full of artistic experiences by enjoying our free Holiday Music Series while you’re at the museum.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday Music Series | Vereins Musikanten: Cincy German Band
Sunday, December 3
2:30–3:30 p.m.
Celebrate this special time of year with a holiday music performance! This week, enjoy the musical stylings of Vereins Musikanten: Cincy German Band.
This is a free event! Due to popularity, registration is not required but strongly encouraged. Make it a full day of artistic experiences by enjoying our free Holiday Family Funday and free Sunday admission while you're at the museum. Museum admission reserved separately.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday music supported by the Wohlgemuth Herschede Foundation in loving memory of Holly Ann Herschede
Holiday Family Funday | Bluegrass Holiday
Sunday, December 10
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Explore the Taft’s decked out halls and celebrate the holidays with the whole family throughout December. Enjoy free music, art-making, and gallery experiences that will be sure to bring holiday cheer to all. Join us for one Sunday or all three!
This is a free event! Registration is not required but encouraged. Make it a day full of artistic experiences by enjoying our free Holiday Music Series while you’re at the museum.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday Music Series | Jake Speed & The Freddies
Sunday, December 10
2:30–3:30 p.m.
Celebrate this special time of year with a holiday music performance! This week, enjoy the musical stylings of Jake Speed & The Freddies.
This is a free event! Due to popularity, registration is not required but strongly encouraged. Make it a full day of artistic experiences by enjoying our free Holiday Family Funday and free Sunday admission while you're at the museum. Museum admission reserved separately.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday music supported by the Wohlgemuth Herschede Foundation in loving memory of Holly Ann Herschede
Holiday Family Funday | Jazzy Holiday
Sunday, December 17
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Explore the Taft’s decked out halls and celebrate the holidays with the whole family throughout December. Enjoy free music, art-making, and gallery experiences that will be sure to bring holiday cheer to all. Join us for one Sunday or all three!
This is a free event! Registration is not required but encouraged. Make it a day full of artistic experiences by enjoying our free Holiday Music Series while you’re at the museum.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday Music Series | Sergio Pamies Quartet
Sunday, December 17
2:30–3:30 p.m.
Celebrate this special time of year with a holiday music performance! This week, enjoy the musical stylings of Sergio Pamies Quartet.
This is a free event! Due to popularity, registration is not required but strongly encouraged. Make it a full day of artistic experiences by enjoying our free Holiday Family Funday and free Sunday admission while you're at the museum. Museum admission reserved separately.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.
Holiday music supported by the Wohlgemuth Herschede Foundation in loving memory of Holly Ann Herschede
Create & Play | Welcome Winter!
Wednesday, December 20
10:15–11 a.m.
Bring your young one to the Taft! Explore the galleries together while learning about art through guided activities and interactive games. Then get creative in the studio and make your own masterpiece to take home. This monthly program is designed for children ages 2–6 and their caregivers.
Experience the wonderland of winter sports in the special exhibition, Sporting Fashion, then create winter-themed art to take home.
Admission is free for Taft members, guests of members with guest pass, military, and youth (18 and under); $12 for adults; $10 for seniors. Non-members save $2 by purchasing tickets online. Includes admission to special exhibitions and the museum’s permanent collection galleries located in the Taft historic house.
Questions? Contact education@taftmuseum.org.