Out of the Basin, Up to Nippert.
At the risk of sounding redundant, I'll keep my comments brief. If you read back in February, I editorialized my excitement for the coming of FC Cincinnati, the city's latest pro sports franchise. I spoke about what the team meant to me, what it meant for the city, and what I was doing to support both. Over the weekend, FCC held its first home match, a 2-1 victory of Charlotte.
I documented the experience, one of the best moments I've ever had as a Cincinnati sports fan.
French Fry Heaven
I recently had the chance to sample a new restaurant in Cincinnati. One that's redefining how to do French fries.
A Day in Arch City
I hate the term "flyover city." There's more to the United States than just New York, Chicago and LA. There's also more to the United States than just its collection of major cities. Even while places such as Columbus, Indianapolis, Portland, my hometown of Cincinnati, et. all toil to define their identities and stand out, all places have elements that make them unique to an extent.
Why I'm Supporting FC Cincinnati
Our first meeting had gone well, but there was something different about our second meeting, the one at Rhinehaus. I left work in the suburbs and headed downtown to park. I walked through the Over-The-Rhine, the ever-evolving historical neighborhood on the edge of downtown, with streetcar tracks under my feet and skyscrapers in the distance. I walked into the bar on the corner Clay and 12th, greeted by friends both old and new. We sipped good beer, introduced each other and it was clear: we're going to be a part of something special. Not just a new pro sports team with bold ambitions, but a community that champions the team, the sport and the city we love.
The Designer of a "Galaxy Far, Far Away" That Lived Two Minutes Away
Most people would throw pennies in a fountain, dreaming to have a job involving Star Wars that can fund their hobby as a pilot. That dream is actually one local man's reality.
Photographs and Text by: Christian Glass
Urban Exploration Meets Oil On Canvas
Artist Nicole Trimble uses photographs featured in a QC/D story about an abandoned shopping center and controversial nightclub as references in a new piece.
The Cincinnati Gardens and The Press Box That Never Was
In the rafters above the city’s classic arena, there’s a story of history and a unique view.
Saw The Streetcar For The First Time
Back in November, the first of Cincinnati's five streetcars was delivered. Since then, the second has arrived with the rest of the fleet heading here via Spain and Elmira, New York. The vehicles and system are currently undergoing an extensive, federally mandated testing process with the full system slated to open in September. Recently, I finally crossed paths with one of the trains while it was testing.
Black Friday in Retail Purgatory
In Cincinnati’s northern suburbs there’s a shopping mall stuck in retail purgatory. Born of a grand vision, the nearly empty complex of consumerism has never truly found success. In a followup to a 2009 article, we revisit “Forest Fair.”
Overlook Lodge: Inspired by Kubrick and Cocktails
For the first time in my life, an offer of moonshine was followed up with milk and cookies.
By: Christian Glass
"Fading Ads of Cincinnati" Available November 30th!
Over the past year I partnered with The History Press to photograph and author my new book: Fading Ads of Cincinnati. On November 30th, it'll finally be released!
Cincinnati & The 86th All-Star Game
For the first time since 1988 (and the fifth time overall), Cincinnati hosted a Major League Baseball All-Star Game. For the 86th rendition of the "Midsummer Classic," the city was transformed as the best players in all of baseball converged on the Queen City.
Getting a 22% Taste of Cincinnati
I’ve lived in Cincinnati for about half my life, and finally attended my first Taste of Cincinnati Presented by Budweiser.
By: Christian Glass, Queen City Discovery intern.
Mishaps at Rabbit Hash
This went from my favorite story idea to a cautionary tale very fast.
By: Christian Glass, Queen City Discovery intern.
Announcing: "Fading Ads of Cincinnati"
I am incredibly excited to announce that I've signed an agreement with The History Press to photograph and write a book about "Ghost Signs" in the greater Cincinnati area. Defined as "fading advertisements" and "disappearing art," "ghost signs" harken back to a region's economic and cultural past. Combining modern photography with historical research, I hope to create a book that brings to light these artifacts that are hiding in plain sight.
Macaron Bar Complements a Revitalized City Identity
Macaron Bar brings something completely new and unique to not just a neighborhood or city, but the Midwest. This is the story of the men behind it, a bold idea and how they're giving back.
Full Take 2014: Every Photograph I Made In A Year
Usually at the end of a year I try (or at least intend) to make a final post on QC/D, something that kind of wraps up the year. Honestly, it's one of the most frustrating things to come up with. In past years there have been mixed results. For 2014, I decided to try something different.
The Former Hopple St. Overpass Collapsed onto I-75 South. One Dead, One Injured.
Around 11 PM on Monday, January 19, 2015, the former northbound overpass/exit ramp at Hopple Street collapsed onto Interstate 75 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
"This is How You Know You've Arrived Somewhere"
I'm not sure where to begin or if it's even a story worth telling.