Cincinnati earns its ‘Queen City’ nickname

Yes, Cincinnati has a sometimes shaky reputation.  But let’s forget about that for a second.  (Or forever.)Laura DeMarco, a writer for the Newhouse News Service whose story was picked up by the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, sees in Cincinnati a cultural revival, a city that boasts “world-class museums, a vibrant nightlife and dining scene, and a rich look at the state’s history”.For sights, DeMarco recommends Fountain Square, the Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center for Contemporary Art, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and the “forward-thinking” architecture at the University of Cincinnati.The writer also recommends catching a show at the Southgate House, taking a trip off the beaten path to the Comet in Northside to dine on a giant burrito, or experiencing the fine dining, fantastic views, and charming streets of Mount Adams.Read the full article here.