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"Memorable in the Annals of the United States” The Curious Case of General Alexander Smyth, 1812

A celebrated War of 1812 historian takes a look at one of America’s most. . . colorful. . . early generals.
Old Photo Album: The Steamer Greater Buffalo

A 1920s souvenir booklet provides a unique look at a palatial Great Lakes cruise ship.
Buffalo Unveils Nation's First Black Veterans Memorial

This first-of-its-kind monument was unveiled in Buffalo this September.
Old Photo Album: Niagara River Bridges

A visual survey of spans across the Niagara River, past and present.
Erie Beach Amusement Park: The Lore and The Legacy

We take a look at the origins—and remnants—of what was once called “Buffalo’s Two-Million-Dollar Playground.”
Buffalo's Great Northern Elevator-- Beginnings

Go behind the headlines to discover the beginnings of this regional architectural treasure.
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Erie Beach Park-- Rides and Remnants

A extra from our Spring 2022 issue, featuring a rundown of some of the rides from Buffalo's $2 million playground.
Death by Fire and Water: The Steamship Erie Disaster

The Erie Canal opened the West-- but getting there could be a deadly gamble, as this 1841 tragedy demonstrated.
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North Park Theatre

Through a partnership with Christopher Behrend Photography, we bring you this photography book showing the end result of the restoration of the Art Nouveau murals in the North Park Theatre.
The Ice Must Flow

Through a partnership with Christopher Behrend Photography, we bring you this unique collection of the most intense & beautiful winter icescapes-captured during the incredible winter months of 2019.
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