Monday, July 07, 2008

DC, A glimpse at Cincinnati's future?

Perhaps the title is a little ambitious, or at least staring too far into the future, but it does link some of Finn's recent DC experiences with the direction that Cincinnati is headed.

First is Finn's love of water. Here is a picture of him fascinated by the new American Indian Museum's exterior. The building is as beautiful as the exhibits inside are interesting.


The possible Cincinnati connection is the new riverfront park which will use large water sculptures and fountains to tie the city to the riverfront. It will rival, or I suspect surpass, this display.

Another thing that Finn loved was the Metro system. The trains flying into the station, the crowds on-board, and the secret world underground are all strange and compelling to him.

With significant private investment, Cincinnati will soon (in a couple years) build a streetcar system that will connect the Northern Liberties, Over-the-Rhine, the Central business district, and the Riverfront.

All good things of interest to a certain boy I know.

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