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Preservation in the Park
The Porch in Washington Park
1230 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Third Tuesday of the Month May through October at 5:30 p.m.
FREE / No reservation required.
Join Cincinnati Preservation to hear about the stories that the historic sites and structures of Cincinnati tell.
Grab a drink from the bar, sit back and let us tell you a story…
Sponsored by Cincinnati Historic Homes and 3CDC
CPYP Presents: Movie Night at the John Hauck House
812 Dayton Street, Cincinnati, OH 45214
Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM, Movie begins at 8:00 PM
Join Cincinnati Preservation Young Preservationists (CPYP) for a movie night in the garden at the John Hauck House, featuring Sing (2016) a fun movie about preserving a historic theater. Space is limited, register today. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit in the garden. Registration available until Tuesday, July 8 or when the event reaches capacity.
Free for members, $5 for nonmembers.
Pedals & Preservation- Fall Edition
Various Neighborhoods and Communities
Second Thursday of the month — August, September, and October
Meet at 6:00 PM / Ride departs at 6:30 PM and finish by 8-8:30 PM
Guided rides will explore historic neighborhoods, landmarks, and lesser-known architectural treasures — all by bike. Whether you’re a preservation enthusiast, a casual cyclist, or someone looking to see the city through a new
Distance: Varies — some rides will be short and sweet, others a little longer to take in more sights
These rides are free, open to the public, and designed to be accessible to a range of cycling abilities. So dust off your bike, invite a friend, and join us for a ride that brings Cincinnati’s stories to life — one pedal stroke at a time.
Members-Only Annual Reunion
John Hauck House
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Join or renew your Cincinnati Preservation membership to ensure you are invited to this fun annual members reunion!
Together, we’ll celebrate the opening of the renovated carriage house! You will also get to see some great artwork hanging throughout the house that will be for sale in January 2026.
Coffee & Conversation
for Corporate Members
Thursday, September 18th, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
John Hauck House
Corporate members are invited to gather for coffee and pastries to learn more about relevant historic preservation legislation changes, policy updates or other built industry insights.
This is also an opportunity to network with other corporate members and ask Executive Director Beth Johnson for guidance and expertise.
CPYP Preservation Bike Ride
September 11, 2025
Saddle up for a fun historic bike ride and guided tour for CPYP members.
This will be in conjuction with our monthly Pedals & Preservation Bike Rides with Queen City Bike.
More info coming soon!
Fall Forum Program
Hilton Netherland Plaza Hotel
Friday, October 24th, 2025 at Noon
Every fall since 1995, Cincinnati Preservation hosts a nationally renowned speaker who gives a lecture on a topic of local interest.
The Fall Forum luncheon has historically taken place in the Hilton Netherland Plaza’s Hall of Mirrors, one of the grandest ballrooms in the Midwest.
Annual Meeting and Member Appreciation Reception
Mercantile Library
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 2-4 p.m.
Members and Corporate Members are invited to gather in celebration of Historic Preservation. Together, we’ll enjoy a reception at a local historic space and vote in new Board Members to continue carrying the preservation torch forward.