On East Avenue, 0.1 miles west of Crittenden Road, on the left when traveling west.
Dennis E. Nolan 1872 - 1956 West Point grad & Major General lived here as a child. WWI veteran who organized Military Intelligence Service — — Map (db m128610) HM
On Buell Street (New York State Route 93) at Clarence Center Road, on the left when traveling north on Buell Street.
In the 1800's it was the custom in presidential campaigns to raise a pole to honor the candidate. When President U.S. Grant campaigned for a second term in 1872, the Akron Grant for President Club, raised their first oak pole, which was replaced in . . . — — Map (db m75256) HM
On John Street at Church Street, on the right when traveling east on John Street.
On September 27, 1852, Jonathon Russell, the first settler in the Village of Akron, deeded this tract to our village with the provision that it be maintained as a public park, or if it not so maintained, it was to revert to his legal heirs. erected . . . — — Map (db m75080) HM
On Broadway (U.S. 20) 0.1 miles east of Town Line Road, on the right when traveling west.
It is believed that the residents of Town Line, NY met at the schoolhouse near this marker following the outbreak of the American Civil War in 1861 and voted 80-45 to secede from the Union. The story is undocumented and their reasons are unknown. . . . — — Map (db m118944) HM
On West Main Street, 0.3 miles west of Broadway (U.S. 20), on the left when traveling west.
In 1891, black mineral water was found while drilling for gas. Medicinal value as "nature's remedy for rheumatism", in 1903, became world famous. The "original baths", a frame bath house, opened November 1904.
Erected by Erie County . . . — — Map (db m75250) HM
On Broadway (U.S. 20) 0.2 miles south of West Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Earliest big industry in Alden from the 1850's to the early 1900's. Local and foreign hides tanned for upper leather. Hemlock bark from nearby forests hauled in by horse and wagon, used in the process. The large building spanned Tannery Creek. — — Map (db m75544) HM
Near Creekside Drive, 0.1 miles west of Old Niagara Falls Boulevard.
A Dam on Tonawanda Creek Tonawanda Creek was the only section of the original Erie Canal that was not man-made. The problem was that the creek level ran 4-½ feet too low. The alleviate this, a wooden dam was constructed in 1823 just west . . . — — Map (db m98569) HM
[photo] Bigelow House on its original site. The saltbox style of the Bigelow House originated in New England and was not commonly found in this area. Originally located near New and Smith Roads in East Amherst, this house was built by Henry . . . — — Map (db m83514) HM
In 1901, John Blocher donated 100 acres to the Sisters of Saint Francis on the condition that they build and operate a home for the aged on the property. The Sisters expanded an existing farm house to open the Holy Family Home in 1902. In 1928 they . . . — — Map (db m81521) HM
Sweet Home Common School #15 was originally located on the east side of Sweet Home Road, south of Tonawanda Creek Road, 1/4 mile from the Erie Barge Canal. German-speaking families, who had emigrated from the Alsace-Lorraine region on the border of . . . — — Map (db m83450) HM
On Tonawanda Creek Road at New Road, on the right when traveling west on Tonawanda Creek Road.
During more than 175 years of existence, the Erie Canal has followed more than one path. In some places, two or three generations of Canal infrastructure still exist side by side. When technology, especially mechanized boats, made it possible for . . . — — Map (db m94637) HM
[photo] Church on original site. This church, originally Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, was constructed in approximately 1854, when the first baptism and marriage were recorded. It was located on Transit Road near Muegel Road, north of the . . . — — Map (db m83405) HM
Williamsville School #9, originally located at New and Smith Roads, served farm families living in the northeastern part of Amherst. It was used as a school until the early 1950s. As many as 36 students, ranging in age from 4-18, attended it at any . . . — — Map (db m83481) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 5) at Crosby Circle, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
A tribute of love to the memory of all Amherst men and women who made the supreme sacrifice and of gratitude to those who served our country and returned. — — Map (db m81137) WM
On Mill Street at Gowans Road, on the right when traveling east on Mill Street.
One of the worst train disasters occurred 600 ft. upstream on Dec 18, 1867. The last two cars of the Buffalo & Erie RR's 'New York Express' fell from the trestle, burned, and resulted in 50 deaths and over 100 injuries. — — Map (db m75450) HM
On Mill Street, 0.1 miles west of Gowans Road, on the right when traveling west.
Henry Bundy, Sr. operated grist and saw mills from 1847 until destroyed by fire in 1877. Rebuilt by sons, Henry, Horace, and Milan as a custom grist mill, it remained in use until it was disassembled in the 1940's. The mill dam, itself, was removed . . . — — Map (db m75204) HM
On New York State Thruway / AMVETS Memorial Highway (Interstate 90 at milepost 443).
Following La Salle's arrival at the Niagara River in 1678, that waterway between Lakes Erie and Ontario became a natural route to and from the river during the 18th century. Permanent settlement of the Western New York began in 1800 following the . . . — — Map (db m24593) HM
On Mill Road (County Route 47) 0.6 miles south of Sweet Road, on the right when traveling south.
Known to locals for generations simply as "The View". This 180-degree vista and iconic part of the Town of Aurora's agricultural heritage gives the community the perfect place to catch a glimpse of a sunset or gaze westward over unbroken meadow . . . — — Map (db m104155) HM
On Davis Road (New York State Route 240) at Bridge Street, on the left when traveling south on Davis Road.
Throughout the history of the area, Cazenovia Creek has played a vital role in the industry and natural beauty of the Town of Aurora and the Southtowns. Connecting the Town. Aurora, as it is today, would not have existed in the same form had . . . — — Map (db m104158) HM
On Davis Road (New York State Route 240) at Bridge Street, on the left when traveling south on Davis Road.
Dedicated to Those who served in the armed forces of the United States of America. Because of them we live in freedom. God bless them all. — — Map (db m104160) WM
On Center Street at Legion Drive, on the left when traveling north on Center Street.
Dedicated to those who served during the Korean War; June 25, 1950 – July 27, 1953. Honor Roll [left column 1] Thomas N. Langendorfer, Donald E. George, William G. Newell, Howard W. Beale, Frank T. Young, Paul J. Kishel Jr., Stanley J. . . . — — Map (db m131974) WM
On Mill Road (County Route 47) 0.6 miles Davis Road (New York State Route 240), on the left when traveling east.
Grist mill built here ca. 1810
Owned by Griffins family and
later by Yaw bros. Saw mill,
carding mill, fulling mill &
tannery also stood nearby. — — Map (db m164161) HM
On Davis Road (New York State Route 240) at Bridge Street, on the left when traveling south on Davis Road.
Honor Roll By duty done is honor won. A tribute to our sons who participated in the Second World War for humanity. In cherished memory of Joseph Pusztay Donald Fox Burtell Suhr — — Map (db m104159) WM
UH-1 Helicopter The Bell UH-1 "Huey" helicopter is commonly referred to as the workhorse of the Vietnam War. It was responsible for lifesaving, medical evacuation, troop and cargo movement, and when properly equipped, as a gunship. This . . . — — Map (db m131977) WM
On Madison Avenue at Salisbury Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Madison Avenue.
Blasdell High School In 1894 the people of Blasdell Union Free School District erected a two story, four room, frame Building on this site. This became Blasdell High School. In 1911 a brick addition was attached to the front of the wooden building, . . . — — Map (db m94028) HM
On Lake Avenue at LaBelle Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Lake Avenue.
Historic Lake Avenue ——··—— In 1884 a North Collins man, Heman Blasdell, came to this new developing Lake Avenue community and constructed a four story hotel at a site on the north side of what was at that time a crude . . . — — Map (db m94027) HM
On Boston Cross Road (County Route 190) at Boston State Road, on the left when traveling east on Boston Cross Road.
"Lark" Ellen Beach Yaw, world famous coloratura soprano, is credited with having sung the highest note ever achieved by the human voice. She was the first famous Metropolitan Opera singer to record her voice and later made several recordings for . . . — — Map (db m80632) HM
On Boston State Road (County Route 227) at Boston Cross Road (County Route 190), on the left when traveling south on Boston State Road.
1917 - Boston, N.Y. - 1918
War Honor Roll
——
All Returned
Leon M. Armbruster ∙ Howard Cary ∙ Clifford Drake ∙ Burnell Dye ∙ Raymond Endress ∙ Earl Follman ∙ Frederick Fuhchs ∙ Robert . . . — — Map (db m80619) WM
On Boston State Road (County Route 227) at Liebler Road, on the left when traveling south on Boston State Road.
In 1803, Charles Johnson purchased 50 acres of open land in the forest, paying $2.25 per acre. He built the town's first log cabin in 1804 and raised the first frame barn in 1807. Johnson owned another 30 acres containing visible remains of an early . . . — — Map (db m80592) HM
On Boston State Road (County Route 227) at Boston Cross Road (County Route 190), on the left when traveling south on Boston State Road.
Dedicated to the Honor and sacrifice of our men and women who served our country in World War II ✩ ✩ ✩ Let none forget they gave their all when came the call — — Map (db m80618) WM
On Boston State Road (County Route 227) 0.1 miles east of Herman Hill Road (New York State Route 277), on the left when traveling east.
The Boston Valley's first volunteer fire company was organized in 1904. After seeing the futile efforts to battle the disastrous burning of Schunk's Hotel and the Boston Town Hall, Fred Frank rallied the North Boston community to support the . . . — — Map (db m80587) HM
On Boston State Road (County Route 227) 0.1 miles south of Omphalius Road (County Route 439), on the right when traveling south.
Tallcut Patchin lived here until 1834. He was a man of unusual courage, a dynamic orator, preacher, and founder of the "Patchinite" sect. To establish a Post Office, in 1850, Boston Center was renamed Patchin in his honor. — — Map (db m80589) HM
On Feddick Road (County Route 469) 0.1 miles west of Zimmerman Road (County Route 467), on the right when traveling west.
Horton Hill Bros. John & Truman Horton walked from New Lebanon, NY to Concord. Bought land in 1815 from Holland Land Co. Bought land in Boston 1834. — — Map (db m80635) HM
The Thayer Brothers, Isaac, Israel and Nelson, unable to repay the debt they owed to Great Lakes seaman, John Love, murdered him in Israel's home. They were tried in Buffalo, June 7, 1825. A great crowd witnessed this, the only public hanging in . . . — — Map (db m73354) HM
On Boston State Road (County Route 227) at Boston Cross Road (County Route 190), on the left when traveling south on Boston State Road.
"A war that produced no famous victories, no national heroes, and no stirring patriotic songs." America vainly attempted to support a weak government in its civil fight against Communism. We remember Boston's military men who fought bravely and . . . — — Map (db m80630) WM
On Boston State Road (New York State Route 391) at Zimmerman Road (County Route 437), on the right when traveling east on Boston State Road.
Typhoid Traced to Well ———— In 1843, Typhoid Fever attacked 28 persons with 10 deaths after a stranger's illness contaminated the water in the well at Fuller's Tavern. The study by Austin Flint, M.D. is the classic . . . — — Map (db m94051) HM
On Feddick Road (County Route 469) 0.6 miles south of Keller Road, on the right when traveling south.
West Boston A German evangelical church was organized 1834 with 20 members. Rev. Jacob Bastian served for many years. All that remains ia a cemetery. — — Map (db m93781) HM
On Brant Farnham Road (New York State Route 249) at Brant Angola Road (County Route 323), on the right when traveling west on Brant Farnham Road.
Town of Brant Memorial Park Originally named Sampton in 1820, Morse's Corners in 1835, and organized as BRANDT on Mar. 25, 1839 after the Mohawk Chief Col. Joseph Brandt. His Indian name, Pha-wan-da-nee-gah, meant "Wood partly burned" or . . . — — Map (db m104240) HM
On Black Rock Harbor Road, 0.2 miles west of Niagara Street (New York State Route 266), on the left when traveling west. Reported missing.
The black rock that gave this area its name was located in the Niagara River at the bend of the present day Niagara Street, near School Street, north of where the Peace Bridge is now situated. Comprised of Onondaga limestone, the rock ledge jutted . . . — — Map (db m98187) HM
On Connecticut Street at Prospect Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Connecticut Street.
In commemoration of the 202nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry recruited in Buffalo and vicinity, for service in the War With Spain. Mustered in July and August, 1898. Mustered out at Savannah, Georgia, April 15, 1899. Served in the United . . . — — Map (db m226514) HM WM
On Robert Rich Way, 0.1 miles south of Ferry Street Bridge, on the right when traveling south.
[left panel] Black Rock Harbor. The Village of Black Rock received its name from a large rock outcropping that jutted into the river about a half mile south of this site. The original ferry crossing was located at the rock and a small village grew . . . — — Map (db m97956) HM
On Robert Rich Way, 0.1 miles south of Ferry Street Bridge, on the right when traveling south.
[left panel] Broderick Park Welcome to Broderick Park, a waterfront park of the City of Buffalo! Broderick Park is significant as the site of the Black Rock Ferry, a historic crossing point between the United States and Canada for over 120 years. . . . — — Map (db m97957) HM
On Robert Rich Way, 0.1 miles south of Ferry Street Bridge, on the right when traveling south.
Freedom Seekers faced daunting odds and demonstrated remarkable courage. Most started their journeys with little knowledge of what lay before them, and many sought help from free blacks and sympathetic whites once they reached the north. . . . — — Map (db m97931) HM
On Robert Rich Way at West Ferry Bascule Bridge when traveling west on Robert Rich Way.
Black Rock developed dramatically in the 19th century due to the Erie Canal and its competing railroads. Mills, factories, and an array of manufacturing plants were constructed along the waterfront with immigrant neighborhoods and commerical areas . . . — — Map (db m98194) HM
On Robert Rich Way at West Ferry Bascule Bridge when traveling west on Robert Rich Way.
The Black Rock Ferry was an important crossing to Canada throughout the 19th century until it ceased operations in 1949. The ferry wharf was located on a long, narrow stone pier constructed to protect Black Rock Harbor from the Niagara River. . . . — — Map (db m98196) HM
Near Robert Rich Way west of Niagara Street, on the left when traveling north.
Lillion Batchelor founded Buffalo Quarters Historical Society in 1995. Her purpose was to increase National and International awareness of the significant role of Buffalo in the Underground Railroad movement. The Society presents annual . . . — — Map (db m220636) HM
Fitting the Ships of War at the Scajaquada Creek Boat Yard In the early 1800s, the United States being a country of less than 50 years, began to recognize the need to have military transport routes to connect and supply its forts. The waterways . . . — — Map (db m236060) HM
On Erie Street, 0.2 miles west of Marine Drive, on the left when traveling north.
John Maynard
Who is John Maynard?
John Maynard, he was our helmsman
Who held out till he brought us safely through,
Saved us and wears a heros crown above.
For us he died, and his reward our love.
John . . . — — Map (db m92930) HM
The Niagara River Historic Events: War of 1812 Approximately 2000 feet northwest from this spot, in the Niagara River, lies the remains of a (War of 1812) battleship. The vessel was identified as the U.S.S. Adams, also known as the H.M.S. . . . — — Map (db m140671) HM
Batteries are fortifications used to protect the men and cannons as they take up positions in battle. The Niagara River had a number of these located on both sides of the river during the War of 1812. Made largely of wood and having two levels to . . . — — Map (db m97930) HM
On Robert Rich Way at Ferry Street Bridge, on the right when traveling south on Robert Rich Way.
From this site and from other places along the Niagara River escaping slaves were conducted across the boundary from the United States to freedom in Canada. — — Map (db m97933) HM
On West Ferry Street Bridge at Robert Rich Way, on the right when traveling west on West Ferry Street Bridge.
"Our world of today revolves around things which at one time couldn't be done because they were supposedly beyond the limits of human endeavor...don't be afraid to dream." - Joseph B. Strauss. The foot of West Ferry Street has been significant to . . . — — Map (db m97963) HM
On Bidwell Parkway at Potomac Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Bidwell Parkway.
Founded 1851 as Buffalo Female Academy. First located on Johnson Park, the school moved to present site in 1909. The seminary remains the first and only non-sectarian private high school for girls in western New York. — — Map (db m80401) HM
On Rumsey Road north of Forest Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Frederick Law Olmsted is best known for his work in New York City's Central Park, but his design for Buffalo's Park System was one of his proudest achievements. Buffalo's Olmsted-designed parks are listed on the National Register of Historic . . . — — Map (db m78375) HM
This brick and stone mansion was built circa 1876 for
Robert Borthwick Adam (1833-1904), founder of Buffalo's
famed retailer Adam, Meldrum & Anderson. One of
many distinguished homes erected in the late 19th and
early 20th centuries on Buffalo's . . . — — Map (db m130992) HM
On Virginia Street at De Rutte Alley, on the right when traveling west on Virginia Street.
Built shortly after the burning of Buffalo in December 1813, the George Coit House is the oldest extant home in Buffalo. Originally sited downtown at 53 Pearl St. on the southeast corner of Swan Street., the house was enlarged and moved to the more . . . — — Map (db m104030) HM
On Edward Street, 0.1 miles west of South Elmwood Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Here at 168 Edward Street, in this modest Italianate brick home built by her father in 1863, Frances Clara Folsom was born on July 21, 1864 to Buffalo attorney Oscar Folsom and his wife Emma. When Oscar Folsom's carriage struck a wagon, killing him, . . . — — Map (db m151982) HM
On Main Street (New York State Route 5) at Virginia Street, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
The Medical School, founded in 1846 as the first unit of the University of Buffalo, moved from Washington and Seneca Streets to this site in 1849. The School was housed in a red sandstone building which was the first in Buffalo to be constructed for . . . — — Map (db m81218) HM
On Virginia Street at Virginia Street, on the right when traveling east on Virginia Street.
Sisters of Charity Hospital — 1848-1876 — First hospital in Buffalo. Founded by John Timon, C.M., first Catholic Bishop of Buffalo, and operated by the Sisters of Charity. — — Map (db m104006) HM
On Delaware Avenue (New York State Route 384) at Trinity Place, on the right when traveling south on Delaware Avenue.
Founded 1867, with Millard Fillmore 13th President of U.S., as its first president. Another U.S. President, Grover Cleveland, was a member from 1881-1908. In 1901, after President McKinley's assassination, the club was used as headquarters by his . . . — — Map (db m75836) HM
On Delaware Ave (New York State Route 384) at Edward Street on Delaware Ave.
Millionaire's Row
Charles F. Sternberg, who owned a grain elevator on Ohio Street, commissioned the Mansion as a private residence in 1869 at an estimated cost of $200,000. Architect George M. Allison, about whom little is known, designed . . . — — Map (db m76056) HM
On North Street at Linwood Avenue, on the right when traveling east on North Street.
Anthony Sisti, born Greenwich Village, New York City, 1901, came to Buffalo at the age of ten. Artist by profession, boxer by avocation, prime mover in the development of this city's Allentown district where he maintained his studio and gallery . . . — — Map (db m104032) HM
On Delaware Avenue (New York State Route 384) 0.2 miles north of Allen Street, on the right when traveling north. Reported missing.
Site of Army barracks established here in 1838. President Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of office as President of the United States here in 1901. — — Map (db m151375) HM
On Delaware Avenue (New York State Route 384) 0.1 miles north of Edward Street, on the left when traveling north.
This structure has been recorded by the Historic American Buildings Survey of the United States Department of the Interior for its archives at the Library of Congress — — Map (db m92938) HM
On Fillmore Avenue at William Street on Fillmore Avenue.
Former site Henry Wolanski American Legion Post No. 707 Killed in action at age 19 U.S. Army - World War I Interred at Oise-Aisne American Cemetery and Memorial France — — Map (db m131855) WM
On Grant Street at the Scajaquada Expressway (New York State Route 198), on the left when traveling south on Grant Street.
War of 1812 Battle of Scajaquada Creek Bridge ——· · —— On August 3, 1814, 600 men under British Lt. Col. John Tucker, designing to capture troops and supplies at Black Rock and Buffalo, crossed the Niagara River to . . . — — Map (db m80397) HM
On Amherst Street at Niagara Street (New York State Route 266), on the left when traveling east on Amherst Street.
Black Rock Neighborhood The Black Rock neighborhood has endured for over 200 years and is the oldest intact neighborhood in the City of Buffalo. Black Rock was once an independent village and rival of the Village of Buffalo. The neighborhood . . . — — Map (db m93804) HM
Engineering The first lock at Black Rock was constructed in 1824 by New York State as part of harbor improvements for Black Rock Harbor in conjunction with the Erie Canal. The lock was located approximately 750 feet south of the present lock. It . . . — — Map (db m97921) HM
On Niagara Street (New York State Route 266) at Hamilton Street, on the right when traveling south on Niagara Street.
Present day Niagara Street was the original route of the first steam railroad in Western New York. Service from Black Rock to Niagara Falls began on August 26, 1836. The New York Central Railroad acquired the line in 1869. Black Rock Heritage Trail . . . — — Map (db m77794) HM
On Niagara Street at Amherst Street, on the right when traveling north on Niagara Street.
Early in the morning of December 30, 1813 over 1,000 British troops landed near the foot of present-day Amherst Street and proceeded to burn Black Rock, destroying all homes and buildings. They then marched to Buffalo and burned everything except . . . — — Map (db m57098) HM
On Niagara Street (New York State Route 266) at Bridge Street, on the right when traveling north on Niagara Street.
Renowned bridge crossing the Niagara River. Designed and built by Sir Casimir S. Gzowski, noted Polish-Canadian engineer. Begun in 1870. Completed in 1873. — — Map (db m80422) HM
On Amherst Street at East Street, on the right when traveling east on Amherst Street.
This timber-frame Federal style house was constructed to accommodate prospective settlers in the village of Lower Black Rock. Originally built by Augustus Porter (1769-1849) and other investors, it was sold to Jacob Smith (1818-1871) in the 1840's. . . . — — Map (db m93780) HM
On Niagara Street (New York State Route 266) at Hamilton Street, on the left when traveling north on Niagara Street.
The Jubilee Springs began supplying water to the village of Black Rock in 1827. Wooden water mains fed pumps at various locations throughout the village. Today the spring supplies water to a small pond in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Black Rock Heritage . . . — — Map (db m74555) HM
On Amherst Street at Niagara Street (New York State Route 266), on the left when traveling east on Amherst Street.
The Market Square Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011. The district is representative of the period 1830-1912 as Lower Black Rock evolved from a small independent village to a small independent . . . — — Map (db m93793) HM
On Amherst Street at Niagara Street (New York State Route 266), on the right when traveling east on Amherst Street.
Market Square 1830 —— ·· —— Built on land donated by General Peter B. Porter to the people of Black Rock, Market Square is the oldest extant public market site in Buffalo. The narrow medians flanking both sides of . . . — — Map (db m93794) HM
On Military Road (New York State Route 265) at Amherst Street, on the left when traveling south on Military Road.
Military Road 1802 —— ·· —— After the Revolutionary War, the federal government saw the need for a "military highway" from Lewiston to Black Rock, where a planned fortification would guard the entrance to the Niagara . . . — — Map (db m93775) HM
On Niagara Street (New York State Route 266) 0.1 miles south of Tonawanda Street (New York State Route 265), on the right when traveling south. Reported missing.
Five vessels of Commodore Perry's fleet were reconditioned on south bank at mouth of Scajaquada Creek. — — Map (db m44552) HM
On Niagara Street (New York State Route 266) at Wayne Street, on the right when traveling north on Niagara Street.
Built on land donated by General Peter B. Porter to the people of Black Rock, Porter Square was the village's public gathering place. An early schoolhouse once flanked the square. Later the Black Rock Railroad Station stood here. — — Map (db m80450) HM
On Military Road (New York State Route 265) at Lansing Street, on the right when traveling south on Military Road. Reported missing.
St. John's German United Evangelical Church acquired this site in 1862 for its cemetery. Black Rock pioneers including War of 1812 veterans, German immigrants who began arriving in the 1840s, and their descendants through the mid 1920s were . . . — — Map (db m93774) HM
On Dearborn Street at Amherst Street, on the left when traveling south on Dearborn Street.
This limestone Federal style house was built by Stephen W. Howell (1808 – 1885). Howell was a prominent resident of Black Rock and built the Frontier Mills in 1831. His adjacent store has since been demolished. — — Map (db m139972) HM
On Hertel Avenue, 0.3 miles west of Niagara Street (New York State Route 266), on the right when traveling west.
The Fenian Brotherhood was a group of Irish Nationalists founded in the United States in 1858 with the goal of creating an Irish Republic. In this vicinity, from the docks of the Pratt Iron Works, on the night of June 1st, 1866, the Fenians . . . — — Map (db m140705) HM
Extending one mile north from Delaware Park Lake, between Elmwood and Delaware Avenues, the Pan-American Exposition was a spectacular sight to over eight million visitors from May 1 to November 2, 1901. Ornate buildings, embellished with . . . — — Map (db m57079) HM
On Hertel Avenue, 0.2 miles west of Niagara Street (New York State Route 266), on the left when traveling east.
Tow Path Park The “Black Rock” The black rock that gave the area its name was situated in the Niagara River just north of where the Peace Bridge is now, near the foot of present-day School Street. It was 200 feet wide, rose about . . . — — Map (db m140711) HM
On Niagara Street (New York State Route 266) 0.2 miles north of Tonawanda Street (New York State Route 265), on the left when traveling north.
Unity Island Discovered in 1679 by the men of LaSalles expedition, the Senecas knew this island as ”De-dyo-no-guh-doh,” or Divided Island because it was divided by a marshy creek called Smugglers Run. Presented in 1798 by the . . . — — Map (db m57108) HM
On Clark Street south of Kent Street, on the left when traveling south.
Corpus Christi Church Complex has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior 2007 — — Map (db m81341) HM
On Peckham Street at Townsend Street, on the left when traveling east on Peckham Street.
First Polish colony settled here in 1873. St. Stanislaus Parish was established by the Rev. Dean John Pitass, who became founder of the great Polish east side of Buffalo. — — Map (db m81342) HM
On Peckham Street at Townsend Street, on the left when traveling east on Peckham Street.
This Polish Catholic Parish of Buffalo is the center of Polish religion, culture, progress, and development. Founded by the Rev. Dean John Pitass, June 3, 1873. — — Map (db m81343) HM
Near William Street east of Depot Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Buffalo Stockyards once occupied this 100-acre site. A major employer for over a century, the livestock trade supported a variety of meat-packing and leather crafting businesses. On July 3, 1959 the site was selected for construction of . . . — — Map (db m81353) HM
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