Archive - WNY Heritage

Erie Beach Amusement Park: The Lore and The Legacy

We take a look at the origins—and remnants—of what was once called “Buffalo’s Two-Million-Dollar Playground.”

The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 20 Years Later

Twenty years ago, the former Niagara Falls High School was given new life as a regional center for the arts.

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Erie Beach Park-- Rides and Remnants

A extra from our Spring 2022 issue, featuring a rundown of some of the rides from Buffalo's $2 million playground.

How Western New York’s Only National Historic Site Came To Be

The interest in the place where TR’s presidency began ultimately led to the preservation of the Wilcox Mansion.

Keeping Sully Shipshape: Floating Landmark Presents Unique Preservation Challenges

Preservation of a National Historic Landmark is always a challenge-- even more so when it is sitting in the water.

Full Circle: The Amazing Journey of the Buffalo Heritage Carousel

Nearly a century ago, vision and craftsmanship created a unique attraction. Now new visionaries and craftspeople have brought it back home.

Endnotes: You Can Be Successful in an Offline World

Jeddo Mill Antiques, along scenic Route 104 defies 21st century technology and relies on good old people-to-people relationships to keep their business thriving.

Olean is NUTS!-- About Their Squirrels

You can't help but fall in love with the quirky statues that make up this unique regional take on a public art project.

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