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Clescent Krueger: Pioneering Female Arc Welder

The 80th anniversary of the end of World War II provides a perfect opportunity to spotlight this Home Front pioneer.
Who Knew? Part Three: Lars Sellstedt and the founding of the Buffalo Fine Arts Academy

We examine the seminal role of this Buffalo artist in the creation and evolution of Buffalo’s art museums.
Herbert O. Fisher: Tonawanda’s Aviator Extraordinaire

Tonawanda native Herbert O. Fisher was one of the greatest test pilots of the mid-20th century—yet few have heard of him.
The Indianapolis Clowns: The Buffalo Years—Part One

Behind the comedic antics, this team played some serious baseball and featured some pioneering personnel.
Who Knew? Part Two: How A. Conger Goodyear Acquired Pablo Picasso’s La Toilette and Changed Forever the Direction of Modern Art

How could one painting cause such a stir? It is a fascinating story.
The Armory: Olean’s Military and Social Hub & St. Bonaventure University’s Record-Setting Basketball Home

Built to house weaponry and train soldiers, the armory served the community in many other ways.
Endnotes: For Whom the Bell Tolls

We mark the passing of an aviation landmark.
Buffalo’s Leadership in Free Public Bath Houses

We revisit the city’s pioneering role in establishing free public baths.
From the Gift Shop
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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