March 19, 2026
Selfie Cincy to Celebrate Grand Opening in New Location
Main Street Selfie Museum Returns in Larger Space with New Installations
CINCINNATI (March 19, 2026) – Selfie Cincy, a selfie museum and creative hub that debuted in 2023, will host its grand reopening Saturday at 1338 Main Street in Over‑the‑Rhine (OTR). Moving from its previous location just down the street, owner Amari Samya is expanding the concept into a new, 2,000‑square‑foot storefront leased from Cincinnati Center City Development Corp. (3CDC). At twice the size of the original space, Selfie Cincy will offer even more immersive experiences for its guests.
Now organized into three distinct areas, the museum will feature a private photo suite, a dedicated podcast studio, and a content hub filled with themed selfie installations—ranging from a giant lip arch to an oversized bag of Grippo’s potato chips. The space will also introduce upgraded technology, including VR and AR experiences, creating immersive, future‑forward storytelling that elevates the concept far beyond a traditional selfie museum.
“The former space was so much smaller; I was limited in what I was able to provide,” said Samya. “However, it was the perfect size to test out the concept, work out any kinks and restructure my business model to be as efficient as possible. This new, larger space has given me a renewed vision and allowed me to expand my offerings to cater to both individuals and groups, accommodate private functions, and have dedicated space for photoshoots and podcasts.”
The new downtown studio will have a number of colorful sets and installations that make an easy backdrop for everything from casual outings with friends to birthdays, date nights, and professional photo shoots. Photo shoots are bookable in 30-minute increments, while the podcast room can be booked from 1-8 hours. Private event and corporate rentals are also available.
“Our relationship with Amari began in 2023 with a short‑term lease for one of our smaller spaces,” said Christy Samad, EVP of Civic & Commercial Space Activation for 3CDC. “Her decision to sign a long‑term lease for a much larger location underscores both her commitment and the strength of her concept. It’s inspiring to see how much Selfie Cincy has grown and evolved in just a few years.”
Selfie Cincy’s grand reopening celebration will take place Saturday from 3-6 PM, featuring DJ Evan Almighty, light bites from Taste of Boujie Cincy, McCormick & Schmick’s, and Macaron Bar, along with giveaways from Alani Nutrition and King Me Water. Guests are invited to explore the new studio and photo sets. The first 25 attendees will also receive an exclusive swag bag. Tickets are available through the Selfie Cincy website.
Following the grand reopening, Selfie Cincy will be open Wednesday thru Saturday from 1 PM to 9PM.
