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Buffalo views from the collection of Natalie Green Tessier.

Eugene M. Dyczkowski - Lusty Realist of Depression-Era Buffalo

Described as a "realist with a Slavic feeling for color and a considerable talent for caricature," artist Eugene Dyczkowski's memorable work ranged from: bucolic landscapes to Depression-era scenes, figure studies and abstract paintings. He was the founder of the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo.

Richard A. Waite: A Forgotten Master

Richard A. Waite's work played a prominent role in defining the urban environments of Great Lakes cities such as Buffalo, Toronto and Hamilton, Ontario. His life and legacy are a compelling story of international architectural history.

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Waterfront 'Idlers' - 1901

The "idlers" in the foreground are holding down part of the Atlantic Wharf on the north side of the Buffalo River between the Evans Slip and the Commercial Slip.

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Ice fishing harbor, Kinsman Independent - 1967

Ice fishing off the foot of Michigan Avenue, 1967. In the background is the lake freighter, Kinsman Independent, moored for the winter.

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Depression Era Squatters: Outer Harbor-- 1930s

Images of squatter settlements along Buffalo's Outer Harbor, 1930s

Old Photo Album: Western New York's Pleasure Parks

What did Western New Yorkers do for summer fun in the late 1880s? Where did they go? To the shore! The region offered a plethora of pleasure parks. Their history is as varied as the amusements they offered.

Eyes of the Golf World on Buffalo

Buffalo received the focus of all eyes in the world of golf when, for two days in the month of August 1912, its most revered club hosted the USGA Men's Open Championship.

Western New York Heritage

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