Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Night Watchman James Anderson Benge | Town of Franklin
About 3 a.m. four shots rang out awakening many of the citizens of Franklin. Will Bacon of 27 E. 4th Street ran to the window and saw Watchman Benge scuffling with Charles. Bacon donned clothes and ran into the street and heard the bandit yell, “Run on! He’s got me!” Read the Full Story
Lieutenant William Sherman “Bill” Fields, Jr. (1952-2026)
/”>A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Vorhis & Ryan Funeral Home at 11365 Springfield Pike. A funeral service will begin at 12 p.m. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
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.