The master shipbuilder Moyse Hillaret, who was chosen to participate in the grand plan of exploration, became an enemy of La Salle.
The full content is available in the Winter 2007 Issue.
Three centuries ago, French traders established this small, but important site in what is now Lewiston.
The story of La Salle's exploration of the Great Lakes is well known, but many mysteries surround his ship, the Griffon. The first part of this two-part story presents new interpretations of this storied ship's design.
Annie Taylor and “The Great Blondin” were only the best known of the many who dared to take on Niagara’s might.
Recent tragic events involving deep-sea exploration efforts prompted this look back at a Western New York-built success story.
Buffalo's rich sports history is shared through stories, photos, and artifacts spanning more than a century. A must-have for the sports enthusiast on your list!
By: Marvin Rapp
A collection of Erie Canal folklore and songs available in print and dvd format.
Western New York Heritage magazine’s editors, past and present, reflect on the organization’s first two decades.
Situated between New York and the western states, Buffalo was an important transportation center in the days of the Erie Canal. Learn about the habits, sights and sounds of the Central Wharf – and about it's sudden destruction.