Archive - WNY Heritage

Who Was Edward Hutchinson? (And Why Is That Name So Familiar?)

His name can be found all over the greater Buffalo area, but many don't know much about him.

The Rise, Decline and Renewal of Olmsted’s Elmwood District

Olmsted’s bicentennial provides an opportunity to examine the impact of his Buffalo park system on the development of one of the city’s neighborhoods.

Old Photo Album: Celebrando la herencia hispana en el Oeste de Nueva York

The Hispanic Heritage Council of Western New York shares images, past and present, of our region's rich Hispanic culture.

Old Photo Album: Celebrating Western New York's Hispanic Heritage / Celebrando la herencia hispana en el Oeste de Nueva York

The Hispanic Heritage Council of Western New York shares images, past and present, of our region's rich Hispanic culture.

Wild About Harry: Truman in Buffalo

When Vice President Harry Truman sat down to lunch with a group of friends and supporters in Buffalo, few could have predicted the changes looming in his immediate future.

Buffalo's Sewers: A History of the Queen City from Below

From backyard latrines and cesspools to innovative smart technology, we explore the history of Buffalo's sewer system over the last 200 years.

Endnotes: A Glimpse into the History of a Lost North Street Mansion

A generous subscriber shared a photograph, along with an interesting personal history of a lost mansion on Buffalo's North Street.

Cabin Fever-- Heritage-Style

Back in April, we asked readers to share their memories, photos and artifacts with us-- and you delivered!

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