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...
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 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...
Every Saturday, bike riders meet at the Martin Luther King Statue in MLK Park for a no-cost, 10-12 mile bike ride through different parts of the area. Riders of all abilities are welcome and encouraged to join. The club rides at a relaxed pace suitable for all participants so all riders may enjoy their fellow...
Enjoy the beauty of the cemetery while learning why Forest Lawn is a significant historic and cultural site for Western New York. Join one of our expert tour guides aboard our temperature-controlled trolley to explore the cemetery's history, natural landscape, art and architecture, and, most importantly, some of our notable permanent residents; you may even...
Enjoy the beauty of the cemetery while learning why Forest Lawn is a significant historic and cultural site for Western New York. Experience the "heart" of the cemetery's natural landscape while we share stories of some of our notable permanent residents.
Climb aboard our double-decker Harbor Queen for a captivating 90-minute cruise along the Niagara River! Relax and take in the stunning scenery as you listen to incredible stories of the events that shaped Lake Erie and the Niagara River. You'll hear about the War of 1812, the Underground Railroad, Buffalo's drinking water system, the Fenian invasion of...
Step aboard for a one-of-a-kind journey through Buffalo's industrial past.This immersive two-hour experience combines a scenic riverboat cruise along the Buffalo River with a guided walking tour of the iconic Perot Malting Plant and Silo City Grain Elevators. As we cruise to Silo City, your guide will share the remarkable story of how Buffalo became the...
We offer guided tours of the Waterway of Change exhibit on Saturdays at 1pm. These tours last 40-45 minutes and is limited to 20 guests. If you have accessibility needs or questions about the tour experience, please reach out to Megan DeJoe at [email protected] or call (716) 873-9644 ext. 503. About the Exhibit Discover...
Join our expert tour guides for this immersive, theatrical walking tour. Learn about the cemetery's history, art, architecture, trees, waterbodies, wildlife, and, most importantly, some of our permanent residents. You will even meet a few of them along the way!
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