Saint John Gualbert Church has been in existence since 1917. It was the second church in the Buffalo area to be dedicated to serving the growing Polish community at the time. We will walk through the history of the parish, starting with the land allotted to the church, and each of the nine pastors and...
Shea's Buffalo Theatre opened in 1926 as a movie house, offering "an acre of seats" built by built by Chicago architects Cornelius and George Rapp with Tiffany-designed interiors (the only surviving Tiffany theatre today) inspired by the European opera houses of the 19th century, and complete with the Mighty Wurlitzer organ & made right here...
Explore the history and architecture of St. Louis Church, the Mother Church of the Diocese of Buffalo, founded in 1829 by French nobleman and first resident Catholic, Louis Stephen LeCouteulx. The tour will begin with an introductory video detailing the renowned history of the parish from its humble beginnings in a log church to the present magnificent Gothic...
At the end of the nineteenth century, Buffalo was the 8th largest American city at the forefront of technological progress. It was a busy inland port and a railroad hub with heavy industry and state-of-the-art electricity & all of which brought great wealth to the city. These economic and technological developments culminated in 1901 when...
Discover the fascinating story of restoring Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece. Join a longtime team member for an insider's look at the 40-year restoration of the Martin House. They will guide you through a personal collection of objects, from the bricks to the Winged Victory statue, revealing the stories behind each piece. Learn about the triumphs...
How well do you think you know Buffalo's history? Join us for this April Fool's tradition for the only time you will hear Explore Buffalo docents give a tour that is part true and part false! As we go on a walking tour of Allentown, we will keep you guessing with some stories that are true...
Step behind the scenes at two of Buffalo's most inspiring community organizations Buffalo Equestrian Center and Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center where the bond between humans and horses creates opportunities for connection, growth, and healing.At the Buffalo Equestrian Center, nestled within the city, you will experience a unique urban stable that brings horseback riding, horsemanship, and...
Join us for a tour of the scandalous side of Buffalo history! On this downtown walking tour, you'll learn some of the darker stories of the Queen City's past. Stops included on the tour include the site of a triple hanging in 1825 and the former location of a Ku Klux Klan office. You'll also...
Get an in-depth look at Buffalo's world-famous music hall! Explore the interior spaces of Kleinhans Music Hall, a National Historic Landmark designed by renowned architects Eliel & Eero Saarinen, with assistance from designer Charles Eames. It is a modern masterpiece, home of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra for more than 75 years. Meet inside the lobby entrance, by...
Discover the artistry and innovation behind one of Buffalo's greatest treasures: the Guaranty Building. Designed by Louis Sullivan, often called the "father of modern architecture," this landmark stands as a living testament to the birth of the skyscraper and the philosophy that form should follow function. On this guided tour, you'll explore both the soaring...
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