The Cincinnati neighborhood of Mount Auburn sits north of downtown and west of Interstate 71. The neighborhood, originally a hilltop escape from the crowded conditions of lower Downtown Cincinnati, gained national recognition as a historic district in 1973. The well-known community contains beautiful mansions dating back to 1819, including the home of former President William Howard Taft.
The community contains beautiful mansions formerly owned by a host of prominent residents. A number of historic buildings and sites dot the area, including the Mount Auburn Young Ladies Institute. The neighborhood also features the beloved ice cream parlor Graeter's Confectionary, as well as Christ Hospital.
