Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
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Location:
Buffalo, NY, 14216
Phone:
716-873-9644
Tues - Sat:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun:
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

 
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
The Historical Society is having is best year for attendance revenue since 2001, when we debuted our Spirit of the City Pan-Am exhibit. In fact, ticket sales through the end of October already beat FULL YEAR revenue for each year since 2001. Thanks to everyone who has visited us...
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November 20 at 3:50pm
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Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Hear Native American music and storytelling, sample food, and shop for handmade arts and crafts.

Included in museum admission

Time:11:00AM Saturday, December 12th
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Brownies can complete their “Her Story” badge by taking part in museum tours, scavenger hunts and craft-making. They will also learn about ancient Iroquois Native American legends! Children should bring a packed lunch.

$10, call Tara Lyons at 716-873-9644 ext. 311 for details

Time:10:00AM Saturday, December 5th
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society More than two dozen local authors will be on hand to sign copies of their books. Find that perfect gift and support the Historical Society at the same time!

Buy local books. Get them signed. Support the museum.
Time:12:00PM Saturday, November 28th
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Swing by the Historical Society, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Burchfield Penney Art Center for free admission and special entertainment. The Historical Society will feature indie-rock band Shambu performing their Pan-American Exposition song cycle at 7 p.m. The Historical Society’s Museum Shop and the boutiques along Elmwood Avenue will be open late.

Free and open to the public

Free admission to the Historical Society, Albright-Knox & Burchfield Penney
Time:5:00PM Friday, November 27th
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Join the Historical Society for family-oriented train-themed activities and see our Rail Barons model train display in action, with its 200 feet of HO gauge track, 100 buildings and scale Erie Canal lock.

Included in museum admission

Choo, choo!
Time:1:00PM Friday, November 27th
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Warm up those vocal chords, because it’s time for a sing-along! Join us for a family-friendly concert of traditional New York State songs by Dave Ruch.

Dave will perform on mandolin, guitar, washtub bass, 5-string banjo and jaw harp. Hear some great tunes and learn a little history!

Included in museum admission.

Time:2:00PM Saturday, November 21st
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Children will learn how to make their own paper, beeswax candles and clay pinch pots. At 2 p.m., hear Dave Ruch perform folksongs from New York State on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

$10 for children, $5 for children who are members, free for parents who bring their children

Time:12:00PM Saturday, November 21st
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Hear Buffalo News sportswriter Larry Felser talk about the 1966 AFL/NFL merger and the role that Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson played in bringing the leagues together. Larry will also sign copies of his book on the same topic.

Included in museum admission

Time:7:00PM Thursday, November 19th
Location:Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Ever wonder what it's like to ask tough questions to Buffalo Bills players and coaches after a game? Find out from the sportswriters who have covered the team!

Jerry Sullivan of the Buffalo News will moderate a discussion with fellow sportswriters Vic Carucci of NFL.com, Scott Pitoniak and Dave Staba.


Included in museum admission

Meet Jerry Sullivan, Vic Carucci and more!
Time:7:00PM Thursday, October 29th
Location:Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
From the fury of Mike Stratton's Hit Heard 'Round the World to the wild jubilation of Buffalo fans tearing down the goalposts, Robert L. Smith's photographs embody the drama of Buffalo Bills football.

Smith, who was the team's chief photographer from 1960 to 1995, will talk about his years covering the team and discus...s some of his most recognizable images, many of which are currently on display in our Buffalo Bills 50th Season exhibit.
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Time:7:00PM Tuesday, October 27th
Location:Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
On Tuesday, Thurman Thomas' Carvings for a Cause statue was found in Canada. That day, Thurman Thomas, himself, was found at the Historical Society. He was here to talk about his Thurman Thomas Sports Training program and check out our Buffalo Bills 50th Season exhibit...
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society

Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society Attention young football players, parents, and coaches: got football questions? Ask the Thurmanator!

Hall of Fame Running Back Thurman Thomas and his staff from Thurman Thomas Sports Training will talk about skill development, safety, and various levels of play.

Included in regular museum admission

Time:3:10AM Saturday, October 10th
Location:Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society