Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Patrolman Anthony “Tony” Schaefer | Cincinnati Police Division
Tony was born as Anton Schaefer on December 3, 1826 in the village of Lohne in the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg in Germany. He immigrated to the United States and to Cincinnati between 1840 and 1850. He married Maria Agnes (Gausepohl) Meyer… <Read the full story>
Read morePolice Chief Michael Wayne Allen (1943-2026)
Chief Allen died on March 28, 2026 in Florida. Chief Allen was cremated and there will be no funeral services.
Deputy William Luther “Bill” McGaha (1932-2026)
We are advised by retired Deputy Sheriff Leonard Rodney McGaha that Deputy McGaha died at the age of 93. We will update this obituary when more data is received.
Officer Stephen M. Ruholl (1943-2026)
We are advised of his recent death. We will update this obituary when more information is available.
ODMP Launches New Program to Recognize Line-of-Duty Researchers
ODMP has launched a new program honoring researchers of fallen officers—Greater Cincinnati Police Historical Society and Museum was among the first recognized.
Law Enforcement Situation Simulator
Walk in the shoes of a police officer. See what it really means to make split second, life and death decisions. Experience this incredible simulation.
Free Gun Lock
There are no free lunches, but there are free gun locks! Read this post to find out how to receive one.
Free Parking Fo r Museum Patrons
Free and convenient parking is now available for patrons of the Police Museum. Signs have been erected designating all space between 306 and 318 Reading Road as Police Museum Parking.