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An update on plans and events for America's impending 250th anniversary in Western New York and New York State

It Will Answer The Purposes of a Fort Just As Well: Old Fort Niagara’s French Castle Turns 300

Western New York’s oldest building celebrates a special anniversary as we look back to the circumstance surrounding its construction.

"Some of you have known me in other scenes..." General Winfield Scott Returns to Western New York

When a combination of diplomacy and threat of force was needed on the Niagara Frontier in the wake of Canadian unrest, American presidents turned to Winfield Scott.

Miss Lend Lease: One-Of-A-Kind Warplane Continues to Share its Secrets

Over 15 years after we first shared the story of this amazing artifact, its story continues to evolve.

The Lafayette Trail Across Western New York: Memorializing a National Historical Event

The 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s Farewell Tour of American is being permanently documented through a special initiative.

The Ghost of Sal Maglie

Niagara Falls’ own, Sal “The Barber” Maglie enjoyed a varied career and was the last pitcher to play for all three New York City teams.

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.

Endnotes: For Whom the Bell Tolls

We mark the passing of an aviation landmark.

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