Spotlights
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Babeville: A Righteous Restoration Buffalo’s already vibrant theater and performing arts scene received an infusion of new energy when Ani DiFranco’s Righteous Babe Records recently opened a state-of-the-art performance space in the former Asbury Delaware Church. Re-christened Babeville, this remarkable adaptive re-use of a Buffalo landmark dating from 1871, now plays host to an eclectic array of performers and styles and provides another anchor to the city’s burgeoning entertainment district. Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center shares the space and continues its tradition of presenting exhibits, film screenings and musical performances by the most adventurous and provocative artists working today. ... more |
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Beyond the Falls: Exploring the River Region You’re a bit awestruck and maybe even a little wet. You’ve spent the morning at Niagara Falls State Park and grabbed a bite to eat at the Top of the Falls restaurant. What to do now? Let’s see what lies at the other end of Niagara’s rainbow. ... more |
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East Aurora: An American Classic East Aurora offers visitors a charming slice of turn-of-the-century American life, evoking an era of simple pleasures, genteel pastimes and timeless craftsmanship. Its tree-lined streets and historic Main Street were built to be seen and experienced at a leisurely pace and with a desire to linger. ... more |
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Erie Canal Harbor Looking to take in some American history during your visit to Buffalo? Take a trip down to the city’s “canal district” and experience a selfguided tour of the newly refurbished Erie Canal Harbor! ... more |
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Freedom Crossing: The Underground Railroad in Buffalo Niagara The Niagara River was often the last crossing for people escaping slavery in the United States. From the early 1800s until the end of the Civil War in 1865, thousands of people passed through western New York as they traveled to freedom in Canada. The Underground Railroad, a secret network of people who assisted those escaping slavery by providing money, food, clothing and temporary shelter, made the journey possible. ... more |
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Into the Light: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Rowing Boathouse In 1910, at the age of 43, Frank Lloyd Wright traveled to Europe to present what would become his most beloved collection of structure illustrations: the Wasmuth Portfolio. One of these famous drawings was something Wright called “Boathouse for the University of Wisconsin Boat Club.” Twenty years later, the architect included this same boathouse in an international exhibition of eight of his greatest works. The boathouse idea was obviously a favorite of Wright’s, featuring a classic technique akin to other Buffalo treasures like the Martin House and the late, lamented Larkin Building – large vertical piers supporting horizontal planes. Sadly, it was never constructed. It remained one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most significant projects that had never come to fruition – until now! ... more |
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Old Fort Niagara: History, Mystery and Beauty Standing on a bluff above Lake Ontario not far from Niagara Falls, Old Fort Niagara has dominated the entrance to the Niagara River since 1726. Its breathtaking location, imposing architecture and colorful past make it a must see attraction for visitors to the Niagara River region. ... more |
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Ready Teddy: The Roosevelt Historic Site is Restored and Expanded On September 14, 1901, Buffalo stepped into the national spotlight as Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of office as the nation’s 26th president following the assassination of President William McKinley. In a simple ceremony in the library of the Ansley Wilcox house, Roosevelt began a journey that would forever alter the course of the United States and the office of the presidency itself. Seventy years later, on September 14, 1971, the Ansley Wilcox house was opened to the public as a historic house museum, the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site. ... more |
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Shea’s Performing Arts Center: Buffalo’s Wonder Theater “We’ve Made This Theatre Tremendous in Size As well as Overwhelmingly Magnificent in Decoration It will hush you, awe you, stagger you – The mightiest sight within four walls in all America Will burst upon you when you step inside our colossal new theatre!” ... more |
