When the unification of the state church in Prussia created dissent among many Lutherans, large numbers of them emigrated to Western New York.
In 1794, George Washington promised the Seneca Nation that their land in the Allegheny Valley would be theirs forever, but floods and pollution in Pittsburgh caused later generations to renege on his promise.
Like many of Buffalo’s artists, Alexander Levy came to Western New York as a commercial artist, but soon made for himself an international reputation as one of the Queen City’s best known painters.
Many sporting events around the country were shut down during World War II, but those that continued provided a much-needed diversion from the war, while providing small towns like Lockport with a glimpse at future big league talent.
A dedicated group of Western New Yorkers engage in a unique example of historic preservation.
Using period letters and primary sources, the author sheds light on the supposed “Niagara Falls peace negotiations” that were proposed less than a year before the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.
A noted landscape painter in her own right, Buffalo schoolteacher, Clara Langenbach taught her students to create, appreciate and judge artwork, alongside lessons about honesty, respect and character.
David Carli discusses the former Bethany Town Hall, an important, 180-year-old structure, now seeking a rebirth.
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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.
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.