Somewhere Over-the-Rhine, That's Where You'll Find Communiversity

Since the early 19th century, Over-the-Rhine has been influenced by German culture. In fact, German immigrants referred to the canal (which is now Central Parkway) as "the Rhine". These German entrepreneurs built the brewery industry that commercialized OTR.

This October, Frank Farmer Loomis, will walk you through the neighborhood gems in historic OTR; including, the Betts House, Hauck Mansion and Washington Park. The Betts House, built in 1804, is Cincinnati's oldest residential structure and "Ohio's oldest brick house." The Hauck mansion was built by Cincinnati's original beer baron, Louis Hauck. The Hauck family brewing company was instrumental in starting the beer industry in Cincinnati. Our walking tour also includes visiting two private homes in OTR and various architectural gems along the way, like Cincinnati's premier music performance hall and a Jewish cemetery. The tour includes brunch at Revolution Rotisserie & Bar (pay on own). Spaced is limited, so register early by calling Communiversity or register online at

www.uc.edu/ce/commu.

Frank Farmer Loomis IV is a fine arts appraiser, author, journalist, lecturer, NPR talk show host and Communiversity instructor.