Literary Club of Cincinnati

The Literary Club of Cincinnati, established in 1849, is housed in a historic Greek Revival building from 1820, located in downtown Cincinnati. Founded by notable figures including abolitionist John Celivergos Zachos, the club has had illustrious members such as Presidents Rutherford B. Hayes and William Howard Taft, and has hosted literary giants like Mark Twain and Oscar Wilde. The club plays a significant role in preserving its history, with an annual paper presented by its historian. It is part of the Lytle Park Historic District, recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, making it a point of interest for both tourists and researchers alike.