Cincinnati ranked #1 in USA TODAY’s 10Best Cities for Street Art in 2024

Contributed CINCINNATI—The vibrant public art that adorns Cincinnati streets has led to national recognition in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best City for Street Art. Cincinnati clinched the #1 spot this year, giving Queen City residents yet another point of pride to shout about. This triumph marks Cincinnati’s fourth consecutive appearance in the top 10, a testament to its commitment to artistic expression. Previously Cincinnati secured the #2 spot in 2020 and 2021, followed by a #8 ranking in 2022. Now Cincinnati has reached the pinnacle of street art excellence. Over four weeks, culminating on Feb. 19, 2024, the public voted for their favorite through the 10Best online platform. The public could vote once per day, and Cincinnati residents rallied. The 20 nominated cities vying for the title were selected by a panel of experts, including USA TODAY editors, 10Best.com editors, and influential contributors. ArtWorks, the organization responsible for more than 300 awe-inspiring outdoor murals shaping Cincinnati’s cityscape, is a driving force behind this recognition. Since its inception in 1996, ArtWorks has championed community-based public art, offering a canvas for artists of all ages to showcase their talents. With its dedicated mural program in place since...