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An Uncanny Niagara Connection: Joncaire & d'Youville

A new piece of information opens new perspectives.
Old Photo Album: Aerial Photos of the Niagara Frontier

Aerial photos of the Niagara Frontier by Edwin Ronne and Milton Washburn originally published in 1924, documenting important changes.
Last Look: Wintergarden

Once considered a unique landmark and architectural cornerstone of of a renewed downtown Niagara Falls, the glass atrium design by Cesar Pelli is facing demolition.
The Van Horns

The Van Horn Mansion has deep roots in Niagara County history. The prominent brick building, dating back to 1823, is being restored to reflect the glory days of the Van Horn family.
At the Point of the Bayonet! The British Capture of Fort Niagara

In the War of 1812 the British successfully attacked Fort Niagara in the middle of winter. They retained the American garrison flag as a war trophy.
La Salle's Shipbuilder of Le Griffon

The master shipbuilder Moyse Hillaret, who was chosen to participate in the grand plan of exploration, became an enemy of La Salle.
The University on the Banks of the Niagara: 150 Years of History

From humble beginnings as Our Lady of Angels Seminary, Niagara University has grown into an influential institution in Western New York and beyond. We remember the last century and a half of saintly seminarians, military heroes and basketball legends.
Colonel William Bond House

A photographic tour of the finely furnished 183-year-old Bond House, Lockport's first brick home.
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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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