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At the Water's Edge: Paintings and Drawings by Mildred C. Green

The first solo exhibition of this artist’s work highlights the business and beauty of the region’s waterways.
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.
Mister Buffalo River— The Environmental Advocacy of Stan Spisiak

We examine the environmental efforts of this unassuming Buffalo jeweler to reclaim the waterfront of the city he loved.
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The Famous Central Wharf of the Buffalo Waterfront: Part III

Situated between New York and the western states, Buffalo was an important transportation center in the days of the Erie Canal. Learn about the habits, sights and sounds of the Central Wharf – and about it's sudden destruction. 
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The Famous Central Wharf of the Buffalo Waterfront: Part II

Situated between New York and the western states, Buffalo was an important transportation center in the days of the Erie Canal. Learn about the habits, sights and sounds of the Central Wharf – and about it's sudden destruction. 
Web Exclusive
The Famous Central Wharf of the Buffalo Waterfront: Part I

Situated between New York and the western states, Buffalo was an important transportation center in the days of the Erie Canal. Learn about the habits, sights and sounds of the Central Wharf – and about it's sudden destruction. 
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The Outer Harbor Lights Up

A significant part of Buffalo's history is now the backdrop for a new attraction at Canalside and the Outer Harbor.
Pictorial
Highgate Heights: A New Neighborhood - 1920s
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North Park Theatre

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.
The Ice Must Flow

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.
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