Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Agent Klein got out of that car and said, “Just a minute, Barrett! We’re federal officers—.” Before he finished, Barrett ran up an alley with the officers in pursuit. Barrett turned and, using a tree as cover, began shooting at Agent Klein. Agent Klein stumbled and fell. . . Police Officer William “Bill” Baker. P-23 (1952-2026)
OVisitation will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Neidhard-Minges Funeral Home at 3155 Harrison Avenue in Westwood. An FOP service will be held at 3:45 p.m. Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m.
Why it matters
Some have asked why we do what we do at the Greater Cincinnati Police Museum and by extension, at this website. This is why.
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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
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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.