Are you interested in the real thing? Ready to step off the Interstate and discover an authentic American city? Does great American architecture fascinate you? Are you a fan ofFrank Lloyd Wright,Louis Sullivan andH.H. Richardson? Does theAmerican Arts & Crafts Movement and the work of theRoycrofters have a place in your home and heart? Do you enjoy botanical gardens and the parks ofFrederick Law Olmsted? Does African American heritage and theUnderground Railroad arouse your curiosity? Are you interested in American originals like artistCharles Burchfield? Do the crosscurrents ofmodern and contemporary art excite your imagination? Do you savor road food andhard-to-find regional dishes? Do you collectantiques and treasure the undiscovered, off beat and overlooked? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, make plans to visit Buffalo — a great American road trip.
What's happening
FOR URBAN EXPLORERS
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Forgotten Buffalo Tours, the region's authority on unique landmarks, classic taverns, old world neighborhoods and "Nickel City" oddities will kick off its fall schedule with tours commemorating the region’s rich cultural legacy and the 75th anniversary of the repeal of prohibition. Each tour is specifically researched and crafted to give patrons a sense as to why Buffalo-Niagara is one of the most unique urban communities in the world. More...
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FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT TOURS: The Focus Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin Martin House Complex is held every 4th Saturday, year-round. The tour reveals how the Martin House is the creation of a brilliant architect and his client. Expert storyteller, Duane Churchill, unravels Frank Lloyd Wright’s genius in weaving a portrait of Darwin Martin into the fabric of this breathtaking residence. Visitors also have the opportunity to visit buildings in the Martin House complex that are not included on the basic tour, including the Barton House and Gardener’s Cottage. More…
COMING SOON
INSIDER'S BUFFALO NIAGARA: Bi-national Doors Open Niagara returns on Saturday, October 18th and Sunday, October 19th with free entry to over 90 historic and architecturally significant buildings in the Western New York and Southern Ontario region. Many rarely seen heritage sites will open their doors to the public for a unique viewing opportunity. Find out why architecture buffs love Buffalo Niagara. More...
BUFFALO SPOTLIGHT
ARTS & CRAFTS MOVEMENT :
Visit the National Historic Landmark Roycroft Campus in nearby East Aurora and re-discover the handcrafted designs of Elbert Hubbard and the Roycrofters from the early 1900's Arts & Crafts Movement. Stop by the Copper Shop Gallery for unique handmade gift items from over 60 artisans and have the chance to see live letter press demonstrations and museum displays. Experience all of this and more at "The Connection 2008," the 5th Annual Conference celebrating Western New York’s turn-of-the-20th century Arts & Crafts Trail from Friday, Oct. 24 through Sunday, October 26th.More...
IN THE NEWS
FOR TRAIN BUFFS AND ART DECO FANS:
For those of you who saw the Sci-Fi Channel's Ghost Hunters episode featuring the Buffalo Central Terminal, don't miss this upcoming tour! The Art Deco Central Terminal evokes poignant memories of departure and reunion -- and dismay over its deterioration under various owners. Since 1997, the nonprofit Central Terminal Restoration Corporation has arrested deterioration, restored the tower clock, conducted regular clean-ups and sponsored well-attended events in this magnificent structure. See the results and hear about future plans. Meet at the Central Terminal on Memorial Drive off Broadway and Paderewski Drive, Sunday, October 5, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. More...
WALKS, TALKS & TOURS
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT AND THE ARTS & CRAFTS MOVEMENT:
Experience one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterworks and the home of the American Arts & Crafts Movement on a guided tour this fall. Sunday in the Country features a deluxe brunch at the historic Roycroft Inn in East Aurora, followed by a trolley ride through the countryside to Wright’s Graycliff Estate, set high above the shores of Lake Erie. Guests will be given a tour of the estate and its grounds before returning to the Roycroft Inn. More…
