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1 African American Cultural Center, Inc. 350 Masten Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) Since 1958, the Center has developed programs and services to celebrate and support African Americans. Popular programs include the Jumpin Jambalaya A1:M104 program, the soulful AACC Dance and Drum Performance Company, the inspirational Paul Robeson Theatre and entertaining Pine Grill Jazz Reunion. SACRED GROUND PRODUCTIONS Albright-Knox Art Gallery 1285 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: An outstanding center of modern and contemporary art, the Albright-Knox collection belongs among the world s top international surveys of 20th century painting and sculpture. Exhibitions and installations are updated routinely. Aléthea s Chocolates 8301 Main Street Williamsville, NY (716) Aquarium of Niagara 701 Whirlpool Street Niagara Falls, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: 50 Step back in time, to when life was simpler, the pace was slower, & the local Chocolate Shoppe and Ice Cream Parlour was your favorite place to visit. Sample fresh handmade confections, in our vintage style Shoppe. Relax with an ice cream soda on our Veranda, or in the Ice Cream Parlour. Dive into an ocean of discovery at Niagara s other water wonder! Highlights include California sea lion demonstrations, harbor seals, and a colony of Peruvian penguins. There are over 40 aquatic exhibits to explore! Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

2 Arcade & Attica Railroad 278 Main Street Arcade, NY (585) Fax: (585) Artpark 450 South 4th Street Lewiston, NY Box office: (716) Fax: (716) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more All aboard! Experience scenic, historic train excursions at the home of the last operating steam train in New York State. The Railroad hosts many special events, and private charters are available. Open Memorial Day Weekend through December. GROUP LIMIT: None Summertime performing & visual arts venue, located in Historic Lewiston. Artpark presents a Broadway musical, family events, and weekly concerts in the Outdoor Amphitheater. Scenic hiking trails, fishing docks & picnic areas are open year round. Becker Farms & Vizcarra Vineyards 3760 Quaker Road Gasport, NY (716) Fax: (716) For the past 100 years Becker Farms and Vizcarra Vineyards has harvested its own fruits and vegetables to provide fresh produce and a wide variety of value added products such as hand made pies, jams, cookies, cider, fudge and wines. The 340 acre farm has been passed down through five generations. Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is full of exotic horticulture treasures. Although there are some plants native to our temperate region, most are native to tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. Made up of three glass domes and nine greenhouses Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

3 Buffalo & Erie County Naval & Military Park One Naval Park Cove Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more GROUP LIMIT: The largest inland park of its kind in the nation. All branches of the Armed Forces are represented in the park s exhibits. Tour the decks and hulls of a guided missile cruiser, destroyer and WWII submarine. Inspect uniforms and memorabilia in the museum and exhibits aboard the ships. Buffalo Arts Studio 2495 Main Street Buffalo, NY (716) TOUR LENGTH: 1 hour BAS is a not-for-profit arts organization whose mission is to provide affordable studio space and regular public exposure for regional, national, and international artists through exhibitions, and to enrich the community with art classes, mural programs, and public art. Buffalo Bills Football/ Ralph Wilson Stadium Ralph Wilson Stadium - One Bills Drive Orchard Park, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (877) GROUP LIMIT: None Ralph Wilson Stadium has been home to the Bills since 1973, with a seating capacity of 73,000 and some of the best sight-lines in the entire NFL. The Bills offer GROUP discounts to groups of 15 or more. For more info, call the GROUP Ticket Information number, BB-TICKS ( ). Buffalo Bisons Baseball Coca-Cola Field One James D. Griffin Plaza Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (888) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more GROUP LIMIT: None The Buffalo Bisons, Triple A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, play at the finest ballpark in the minor leagues - Coca-Cola Field Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

4 Buffalo Central Terminal 495 Paderewski Drive Buffalo, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: The Central Terminal opened in The Central Terminal Restoration Corp. was founded in 1997 to oversee the stabilization and restoration of the building, and while undertaking renovations they will continue with events and tours with a Hard Hat view of the renovations. Buffalo Harbor Cruises - Miss Buffalo 79 Marine Drive Buffalo, NY Dock location: Erie Basin Marina (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (800) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more GROUP LIMIT: MOTORCOACH PARKING: No Take a narrated sightseeing cruise and travel through three bodies of water, passing through the historic Black Rock Lock and Canal. Party cruises and private charters also available. Public cruises: July-Labor Day (call for reservations).private charters: May-Sept. (call for rates and dates). The Buffalo History Museum 1 Museum Court Buffalo, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: A National Historic Landmark built in 1901 during the Pan-American Exposition. The museum features interactive exhibits, an extensive collection of artifacts, manuscripts, books and photographs chronicling the development of Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier. New permanent exhibit of Tim Russert s Meet the Press office. Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Parkway Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (866) GROUP LIMIT: 201+ BMS offers interactive science studios, a National Geographic 3D Cinema, special traveling exhibits, and galleries showcasing items from its collections of over 700,000 specimens and artifacts Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

5 Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road Amherst, NY (716) Fax: (716) GROUP LIMIT: Tour 10 historic homes on a beautiful 35 acre campus including churches, a blacksmith shop and schoolhouses that have been part of our region for over 150 years. Enjoy daily activities and learn firsthand what life was like in the 19th century! Festivals and special events held all year long! Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus 3 Symphony Circle Buffalo, NY (716) The Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus (BPChorus) consists of one hundred and twenty auditioned voices made up of skilled and committed singers who continually develop and pursue its tradition of excellence. Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (800) As Buffalo s cultural ambassador, the Grammy Award-winning Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra presents more than 120 Classics, Pops and Youth Concerts each year. Since 1940, the orchestra s permanent home has been Kleinhans Music Hall, a National Historic Site. Buffalo River History Tours One Naval Park Cove Buffalo, NY (716) MOTORCOACH PARKING: Nearby Take a cruise through history and join us for a 90-minute narrated Buffalo River History Tour! Hear the story of the Erie Canal, Buffalo s history as the largest grain port in the world and experience the nation s largest collection of standing grain elevators from just a few feet away Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

6 Buffalo Sabres Hockey- NHL KeyBank Center One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (800) Buffalo Tours 617 Main Street Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) The Buffalo Sabres have been one of the National Hockey League s premier franchises since their inception in Perennial playoff contenders, the Sabres play their home games at KeyBank Center to routinely sold out crowds. In town between October and April. Don t miss the action! GROUP LIMIT: None From majestic grain elevators to historic neighborhoods, we take you there! Experience Buffalo- Niagara s heritage and architecture with residents who know it best. Public tours are held year round. We also arrange private tours, step-on guides, and school trips on request. Buffalo Transportation/ Pierce-Arrow Museum 263 Michigan Avenue at 201 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY (716) Featuring automobiles made in Western New York including Pierce-Arrow and Thomas Flyer. Cars from 1903 to 1960s, muscle cars, etc. The museum offers a unique venue for parties, business meetings and social events. Buffalo Zoo 300 Parkside Ave Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) GROUP LIMIT: None It s the only place in town to observe a wide variety of exotic and domestic animals year-round in naturalistic habitats, including the Zoo s M&T Bank Rainforest Falls exhibit, which is especially popular during the winter months! Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

7 Burchfield Penney Art Center 1300 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) Fax (716) Canalside 44 Prime Street Buffalo, NY (716) The Burchfield-Penney Art Center is a museum dedicated to the art and culture of Western New York, including the world s largest collection of works by Charles E. Burchfield. Exhibitions and programs include art and design from the Buffalo Niagara region, as well as historic and contemporary pieces. MOTORCOACH PARKING: Nearby Buffalo became a 19th century boomtown and a place where great fortunes were made because of its advantageous site at the confluence of the Buffalo River, Lake Erie and the Erie Canal. Today, a once industrial waterfront has become the city s playground, hosting more than 1,000 annual events including artisan markets, yoga classes, concerts, curling leagues and festivals of every stripe. Stay for the lightshow that illuminates the Connecting Terminal grain elevator every evening from dusk to 11 p.m. Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University Lewiston Road and College Avenue PO Box 1938 Niagara University, NY (716) The Museum hosts artist talks and exhibitions of nationally known and emerging contemporary artists and traditional folk arts each year. It also has a permanent collection of over 5,700 works of art, including well known artists such as Picasso, Miro, Dali, Calder, Nevelson, Warhol and many others. Cave of the Winds Niagara Fall State Park Goat Island Niagara Falls, NY (716) cave-of-the-winds.aspx GROUP LIMIT: None Soak up the Cave of the Winds, where you ll experience the power of Niagara Falls from less than 20 feet away! Prepare to be soaked. A special Cave of the Winds viewing area has also been set up for handicapped individuals and adults with children in arms Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

8 Center for the Arts 103 Center for the Arts University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: None The Center for the Arts at the University at Buffalo continues to present the Western New York community with the widest variety of quality live entertainment. The upcoming season features music, dance, comedy, speakers, Broadway, international preformances and more. Colored Musicians Club & Museum 145 Broadway Buffalo, NY (716) , on street The Colored Musicians Club is the only remaining African American club of its kind in the United States. In 1999, it was designated a historical preservation site. Currently, the Club is promoting historical research and the preservation of jazz in Buffalo. The Museum is a multimedia archive where the visitors can view and interact with artifacts that represent the long history of the club. Darien Lake Theme Park and Resort 9993 Allegheny Road PO Box 91 Darien Center, NY (585) free Darien Lake Resort is New York s largest combination Theme Park and Water Park Resort. Cool off in the new Swirl City Water Slides, 16-foot Flotation Station Lazy River, and Lazy Days Lagoon. After a day in the sun, let the whipping winds on one of our six world-class coasters dry you off! Designing Dish 138 Grey Street East Aurora, NY (716) A paint your own pottery studio, Designing Dish specializes in the painting of bisque ware, glass fusing and silver clay. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway ( Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

9 Elbert Hubbard/ Roycroft Museum 363 Oakwood Avenue East Aurora, NY (716) craftsmen bungalow containing a collection of books, letters, furniture, metal ware, leather crafts and art glass pertaining to Elbert Hubbard and the Roycroft Arts and Crafts Movement. The museum is open from June through the end of October. Special tours can be arranged by calling the museum. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway ( Erie Canal Discovery Center 24 Church Street Lockport, NY (716) A multidimensional orientation film transports the visitor back in time onboard a recreation of the packet boat Western Comet. Additional audiovisual stations allow guests the hands-on opportunity to view the dolomite rock wall and to navigate a model ship through an actual working series of locks. Erie Canal Museum at Locks 34 & Canal Street Lockport, NY MOTORCOACH PARKING: No Nostalgic black & white photos of the early canal days housed in 20 x 26 former barge canal powerhouse. Explore & More Children s Museum 300 Gleed Avenue East Aurora, NY (716) Fax: (716) Spark your kids creativity, curiosity & imagination at a fun museum designed for the many ways kids learn. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway ( Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

10 The Fairgrounds in Hamburg 5600 McKinley Parkway Hamburg, NY (716) Flying Bison Brewery 840 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY (716) With over 266 acres, the facility is home to a variety of the top events and attractions in the area. The Fairgrounds includes an Event Center, Buffalo Raceway, Hamburg Casino, and a holiday favorite event - Festival of Lights, but the most well-known annual event is the Erie County Fair. GROUP LIMIT: Located at Larkin Square, and the first stand alone brewery to operate in the city proper since Iroquois Brewing closed its doors in An award-winning brewer with over 20 years experience, owner Tim Herzog made a strong commitment from the inception of this company as merely an idea to establish Flying Bison Brewing Company in the City of Buffalo and foster the return of what was once a flourishing industry. Forest Lawn 1411 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) GROUP LIMIT: Call for details Breathtaking historic 269-acre cemetery in the heart of Buffalo, NY. Founded in 1849, Forest Lawn contains outstanding examples of funerary art, including the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Blue Sky Mausoleum. Prominent graves: President Millard Fillmore, Seneca Chief Red Jacket, Blocher Memorial. MICHAEL MANDOLFO Frank Lloyd Wright s Darwin Martin House Complex 125 Jewett Parkway Buffalo, NY (716) Toll free: (877) GROUP LIMIT: The Martin House Complex is one of Wright s finest achievements. Five interconnected buildings, surrounding landscape, and an extensive collection of art glass/furnishings designed by Wright stand as an integrated architectural masterwork. Experience a tour of this National Historic Landmark. BIFF HENRICH Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

11 Frank Lloyd Wright s Fontana Boathouse One Rotary Row Buffalo, NY (716) wrightsboathouse.org Frank Lloyd Wright s Graycliff Estate 6472 Old Lakeshore Road Derby, NY (716) MOTORCOACH PARKING: No One of Frank Lloyd Wright's most beloved designs comes to life on the shores of the Black Rock Canal more than 100 years after Wright designed it. His only rowing boathouse, originally designed in 1905 for Wisconsin, was built in 2007 here in Western New York. GROUP LIMIT: The genius of architecture & the beauty of nature, a 20 minute drive from downtown Buffalo. Summer estate of the Martin family. Magnificent architecture, sweeping lake views, 8 acres of grounds & gardens. National Register of Historic Places. Ample free bus parking; gift shop. See website for info. Freedom Crossing: The Underground Railroad in Greater Niagara 5795 Lewiston Road Castellani Art Museum Niagara University, NY (716) The dramatic and heart-rending stories of the people who risked their lives for freedom, as well as the lasting heritage of their ancestors, can now be experienced at Freedom Crossing, the new Regional Underground Railroad Interpretive Center, on the campus of Niagara University in nearby Lewiston. Freedom crossing tells the story of the Underground Railroad in Buffalo Niagara through historic photographs, artifacts, stories, audio stations, and art. Brochures and maps are available to Underground Railroad historic sites. Freedom Run Winery 5138 Lower Mountain Road Lockport, NY (716) Fax: (716) A family owned winery featuring estate grown, artisan wines from the Niagara Escarpment Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

12 Get Air Trampoline Park 3637 Union Road Cheektowaga, NY (716) Operating some of the largest trampoline parks in the world! Groups welcome! Slacklines, slam ball, trampolines, kiddie court, foam pit, dodgeball and fidget ladder are some of the activities available. Come check it out and have some fun. Gold Summit Martial Arts and Tea Room 255 Great Arrow Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: Home to Ba Zheng Dao Kung Fu and classes in Chinese Kung Fu Fundamentals, and TaiJi (Tai Chi), Qigong and Chinese Dance. The Tea Shop has organic oolong and red teas from the Ming Jue plantation. They carry rare green and white teas from Buffalo's Sister City in Changzhou, China! Grand Lady Cruises, Inc. 5 Austin Street Buffalo, NY (716) Hamburg Gaming 5820 South Park Avenue Hamburg, NY (716) Toll free: (800) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more GROUP LIMIT: Buffalo Niagara s only dinner cruise specializes in scenic and relaxing lunch and dinner cruises for groups and individuals. Plying the always calm upper Niagara River, cruise in style while enjoying a delicious three course plated meal. Excellent gaming, exciting promotions and unique dining and entertainment are just a few of the reasons why Hamburg Gaming is the place Where Friends and Fun Meet! With nearly 940 gaming machines in every denomination, video poker, and big payout progressives, there s a game for everyone! Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

13 Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 180 Thompson Street North Tonawanda, NY (716) Fax: (716) GROUP LIMIT: The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum welcomes the young at heart! Housed in the National Register listed Allan Herschell Carrousel Factory building, this attraction has exhibits, demonstrations, two antique carousels, a children s gallery, gift shop and more Royce Road Varysburg, NY (585) One of the most unique attractions in the Northeast awaits you at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure!You will be treated to a breathtaking natural setting, unique dining experience, and guided trolley rides through our 60+ acre animal park. Holland Land Office Museum 131 West Main Street Batavia, NY (585) GROUP LIMIT: Located in the 1815 office of the Holland Land Company, the museum focuses on the country s rich and diverse history and the Holland Land Company. Group tours welcome. Holland NASCAR Motorsports Complex Holland Glenwood Road Holland, NY (716) Fax: (716) Since opening in 1960 The Holland NASCAR Motorsports Complex has become Western New York s premier track for NASCAR racing every Saturday. It s a great place for family fun or corporate outings! Check out our website for a complete schedule and to purchase tickets. Don t miss the excitement! Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

14 Irish Classical Theatre Company at Andrews Theatre 625 Main Street Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) The Irish Classical Theatre Company presents outstanding productions at the Andrews Theatre, the area s only true theatre-in-the-round. At the Andrews, you re never more than twenty feet from the stage. Once the theatre lights go down you become, as one audience member described it, totally engrossed, enthralled and enchanted. Jell-O Gallery and Leroy House 23 East Main Street LeRoy, NY (585) GROUP LIMIT: None An exhibit of America s Most Famous Dessert that was introduced in LeRoy in 1897, and a 19th century home built by the LeRoy family in Open year-round. Closed holidays. Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum Porter Hall Porter Avenue (716) Fax: (716) North Hall North Street (716) Buffalo, NY /~karpeles/ TOUR LENGTH: 1/2-2 hours GROUP LIMIT: The Karpeles Manuscript Library is the world s largest private collection of original manuscripts and documents. The library was founded in 1983 by California real estate magnates, David and Marsha Karpeles, with the goal of stimulating interest in learning. Kenan Center 433 Locust Street Lockport, NY (716) MOTORCOACH PARKING: No Campus includes the 1850s Kenan House, a historic residence that serves as a regional community center providing arts, education and recreation programs. Facilities and amenities include a yearround gallery and landscaped gardens, the Taylor Theater, an education building, and sports arena Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

15 Lancaster Opera House 21 Central Avenue Lancaster, NY (716) Fax: (716) Lancaster Raceway Park 57 Gunnville Road Lancaster, NY (716) Fax: (716) GROUP LIMIT: 250+ The Lancaster Opera House stages comedies, dramas, musical, concerts and classic films. As they enter their 30th season, the 350 seat Victorian style theater features a variety of entertainment that the entire family will enjoy. Professional stock car racing on Saturdays, IHRA drag racing on Fridays, amateur drags on Tuesday. Special events include nostalgia car shows and the US Open Championships. Larkin Square 745 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY (716) One of the most compelling neighborhood revivals in Buffalo in recent years. Once the industrial center of town, this southeast Buffalo neighborhood is now one of the city s most popular gathering spots, complete with alfresco dining, live music, microbrews, outdoor markets and hula hoops. For a fun and slightly funky good time, attend one of the regular events and see what the City of Good Neighbors is all about! Lasertron Interactive Entertainment Center 5101 N. Bailey Amherst, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: LASERTRON is a Western New York-based laser tag manufacturer and family entertainment center. The location is the oldest continually operating laser tag facility in North America, featuring two laser tag arenas (including the largest in the Eastern US), video arcade, party area and snack bar. Reservations recommended Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

16 Letchworth State Park 1 Letchworth State Park Castile, NY (585) Trails are available for hiking, horseback riding, biking, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Summer: whitewater rafting, kayaking, hot air ballooning and two pools for swimming. Winter activities: ice skating, snow tubing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises and the Lockport Canalside 210 Market Street Lockport, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (800) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more GROUP LIMIT: 201+ Experience this AAA Gem Attraction featured on the History Channel. Enjoy a unique narrated two hour cruise past many historic sites and Flight of Five. Cruise includes being raised and lowered 50 feet in the only double set of locks on the Erie Canal. Lucy Desi Museum & Center for Comedy 2 West Third Street Jamestown, NY (716) Celebrate Jamestown s own Lucille Ball and her co-star husband, Desi Arnaz. Enjoy larger than life wall panels, personal belongings, interactive displays, videos and more. Annual festivals include our Memorial Day Weekend celebration in May as well as Lucy s birthday celebration in early August! Made in America Store 100 West Maple Court Elma, NY (716) Each item this store sells must be 100% Americanmade, top quality and must feed an American family. It offers many unique products that include garden art, assorted toys, coffee, soda, shirts, jeans, socks, stuffed animals, U.S. grown canned food, steel metal signs and dog food/treats Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

17 Maid of the Mist Boat Tour and Observation Elevator 151 Buffalo Avenue Niagara Falls State Park, Prospect Point Niagara Falls, NY (716) The world famous Maid of the Mist cruises right to the base of the American Falls, then to the basin of the magnificent Horseshoe Falls. An unforgettable 30 minute tour. Observation elevator offers a dramatic view of the Falls. May - Late October. Hours vary. Call for times. Martin s Fantasy Island 2400 Grand Island Boulevard Grand Island, NY (716) Fax: TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more We specialize in hosting picnics for any group looking for a special family fun day. Our catered events are the no muss no fuss solution. We do it all from set up to clean up. Your special group rate includes the picnic and all rides, shows, and attractions as well as the Water Park (in season). Mason Winfield's Haunted History Ghost Walks, Inc. 21 South Grove Street, Suite 240 East Aurora, NY (716) TOUR LENGTH: Varies MOTORCOACH PARKING: No Take a walk on the spiritual side. Author and researcher Mason Winfield's "haunted history" tours of village streets are good-natured fun and serious research. History, architecture, mystery, parapsychology... GHOSTS! The Niagara Frontier will never look the same. Medina Railroad Museum 530 West Avenue Medina, NY (585) Fax: (585) GROUP LIMIT: Largest railroad and toy train museum in New York. Longest HO scale model train layout in the USA. Two hour fall foliage train rides through Erie Canal Corridor is available by reservation Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

18 Midnight Run Wine Cellars 3301 Braley Road Ransomville, NY (716) Millard Fillmore House 24 Shearer Avenue East Aurora, NY (716) or (716) Midnight Run Wine Cellars is the newest vineyard in the Niagara Wine Trail. The lake effect climate and rich soil enable them to produce unique still and sparkling wines. Their dedication to quality along with the pride in the grapes grown is apparent in each handcrafted bottle. A National Historic Landmark house, which President Millard Fillmore helped build and lived in from It contains furnishings and artifacts connected with Millard Fillmore s life. Beautiful rose and herb garden. Special tours can be arranged by calling the museum. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway ( moondancecat 329 Erie Street Buffalo, NY (716) Murphy Orchards 2402 McClew Road Burt, NY (716) May October, it s always a marvelous time aboard the moondancecat. Cruises depart from the Erie Basin Marina. Contact by phone or website for details. GROUP LIMIT: This privately owned fruit farm is believed to have been part of the Underground Railroad network between 1850 and The farmhouse, barn, orchards and landscape itself, remain virtually the same as they were 150 years ago. Tearoom open year-round Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

19 Musicalfare Theatre 4380 Main Street, Suite 123 Amherst, NY (716) Nash House Museum 36 Nash Street Buffalo, NY (716) FEE: Call for details MusicalFare Theatre is a not-for-profit professional musical theatre company dedicated to bringing quality musical theatre to Western New York. The former residence of the Rev. J. Edward Nash, the pastor of the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church. Many of Rev. Nash s sermons and letters that are a crucial part of Buffalo s African-American community history were written here and are on display for viewing. Open tours by appointment. Niagara Adventure Theater Niagara Falls State Park Visitor Center Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY (716) Niagara County Historical Society 215 Niagara Street Lockport, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: 201+ The recently upgraded Adventure Theater is proud to present the 40-minute show that has been viewed by more than 14 million people worldwide. Learn about the explorers and settlers that put Niagara on the map and the daredevils who have tried to tame her waters at this fun Niagara Falls attraction. GROUP LIMIT: A multi-building museum housing many fascinating exhibits. Experience a pioneer s log cabin; visit an old-time doctor s office; see the first air conditioned General Motors automobile; stop by the Bond House built in Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

20 Niagara Falls Adventure Park 427 First Street Niagara Falls, NY (855) Niagara Falls State Park 1 Prospect Park Niagara Falls, NY (716) Adventure Park offers dual racing zip lines, jump stations 60 feet off the ground, and a challenging high ropes course as well as an all-new, supervised Kids Zone. Our activities are built for most ages to enjoy, and are flexible for any physical ability. We offer group rates and private parties. GROUP LIMIT: Unlimited FEE: No With sparkling scenery, thrilling attractions, family-friendly and interactive exhibits, miles of hiking trails and delectable dining options, Niagara Falls State Park gets you closer to the Falls than anywhere else. Niagara Gorge Discovery Center Niagara Falls State Park Niagara Falls, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: Learn about the natural and local history of the Niagara Gorge and Falls. Ride the virtual reality Gorge Elevator Experience, zoom in on the Falls with the Real Time Gorge Camera, control the movement of continents and gorge formation in the Time Portal and see the show on the gorge and trails. Niagara Gorge Trailhead Center Robert Moses Parkway Niagara Falls, NY (716) Niagara Gorge adventure hikes led by park naturalists. See up close the mighty Niagara River, Whirlpool and rapids, and Giant Rock. Learn about the geology, natural and local history of the gorge and falls. May-October. See website for hours and admission fees Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

21 Niagara Jet Adventures 555 Water Street Youngstown, NY (716) TOUR LENGTH: minutes GROUP LIMIT: 100 HANDICAP ACCESS: with assistance Niagara Jet Adventures is the must-do whitewater and historic river boating experience. The NJA boats skim just above the swift waters of the Niagara River Gorge, followed by swirling torrent of the legendary Niagara Gorge, with the hair-raising 360 spins. Niagara Power Project Power Vista 5777 Lewiston Road Lewiston, NY (716) Fax: (716) Toll free: (866) We ve got fun down to a science! Our admissionfree and handicapped accessible attraction features more than 50 interactive exhibits about hydroelectricity and an observation deck perched 350 feet above the Niagara River Gorge. Niagara Wine Trail Between Niagara and Orleans Counties Lockport, NY O Connell & Company The Park School 4625 Harlem Road Snyder, NY (716) MOTORCOACH PARKING: No Located between the Niagara Escarpment & Lake Ontario, Niagara Wine Region USA consists of unique geographical characteristics and a microclimate suitable for the production of vinifera, native and hybrid grapes, ice wine, mead, fruit wines & hard cider. GROUP LIMIT: 201+ O Connell & Company was founded in 1995 by actress Mary Kate O Connell. Performances have included Baby, Nunsense, Closer Than Ever, Passion, We re Still Hot, Musical of Musicals - The Musical, Buffalo ZINGS, and the popular O Connell & Company original, DIVA by DIVA: A Celebration of Women! Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

22 Old Fort Niagara 2 Scott Avenue, Fort Niagara State Park Youngstown, NY (716) Fax: (716) Three-hundred years of history, just minutes from the Falls. The site of historic battles and sieges, trading and conquest, Old Fort Niagara is an exciting place where the past comes to life. Preserved as it stood in the 1700 s when France and Britain controlled Niagara. The Original Kazoo Company, Factory, Museum & Gift Shop 8703 South Main Street Eden, NY (716) Fax: (716) The only metal kazoo manufacturer in the world operating as a working factory and museum, with belt-driven machines dating back to The museum highlights history, amusing trivia and a unique view of how kazoos are made. Get the chance to make your own kazoo! Our Lady of Fatima Shrine 1023 Swann Road P.O. Box 167 Youngstown, NY (716) Since 1954, Our Lady of Fatima Shrine has become a place of natural beauty, art, communal prayer, and renewal. See the Dome Basilica, the Avenue of the Saints (with over 100 life-size marble statues) the Rosary Pool, and of course, the 13 foot statue of Our Lady of Fatima. Our Lady of Victory Basilica and National Shrine 767 Ridge Road Lackawanna, NY (716) Rivaling the great churches of Europe, the Basilica was built in 1926 as a gift of thanks to the Blessed Mother from Venerable Nelson Baker, a current candidate for sainthood. Prominent features of the shrine include breathtaking painting and marble sculpture, as well as the Father Baker Museum Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

23 Penn Dixie Paleontological & Outdoor Education Center 4050 North Street Blasdell, NY (716) Fax: (716) Pole Position Raceway One Walden Galleria Cheektowaga, NY (716) buffalo-ny/ A unique 54-acre site with fossil collecting, geology, astronomy, birding, wetlands, nature programs, summer day camps, schools, scouts, & other special summer and winter programs. Over 4,100 ft. of paved trails for wheel chair, walker, stroller and wagon access. GROUP LIMIT: ,000 sq. ft, European style track center is home to the fastest (45 mph), safest and most exhilarating electric go-karting experience for adults and children (48 inches & taller). State-of-the-art video arcade, one-of-a-kind motorsports memorabilia and white-knuckled excitement is available seven days a week for walk-in business, personal celebrations, private and company events. Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve 93 Honorine Drive Depew, NY (716) Fax: (716) GROUP LIMIT: A unique 292-acre complex of forests, ponds, and wetlands surrounded by suburban development, Reinstein Woods offers a variety of opportunities to explore nature year-round. Features include a green visitor center, champion beech tree, lily pond. Group tours are available by appointment. Riviera Theatre 67 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY (716) Fax: Billed as the Showplace of the Tonawandas, the Riviera Theatre was built in 1926 and has remained a historic staple of the region for eighty years. Home to the Mighty Wurlitzer, the Riv presents a wide variety of entertainment. WNED Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

24 Roycroft Copper Shop Gallery 31 South Grove Street East Aurora, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: Over 60 local and national artisans have their work represented in the Copper Shop Gallery. The Gallery, located in the original Roycroft Copper Shop, contains an extensive gift area, gallery and displays of historic printing equipment, in user periodically for demonstrations and workshops. Roycroft Campus Corporation 31 South Grove Street East Aurora, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: Re-discover the practices of Elbert Hubbard and the Roycrofters during the early 1900 s Arts & Crafts Movement. Regularly scheduled guided educational outdoor walking tours are available July through September. *Part of the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway ( Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel 310 Fourth Street Niagara Falls, NY Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino 1 Fulton Street Buffalo, NY (716) GROUP LIMIT: 201+ Guests can enjoy 147,000 square feet of gaming space with 4,000 slot machines and 100 table games, 10 restaurants, live entertainment and a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning, 26-story hotel with 604 recently-renovated deluxe rooms, a spa and salon, fitness center and indoor pool. GROUP LIMIT: 201+ BLACKOUT: Call for details Located in the heart of downtown Buffalo s Inner Harbor area, the Casino features 808 slot machines and 18 table games such as Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Three Card Poker and more! Also new to the Casino is the BC Café and Buffalo Savors, which include delicious items from some of Buffalo s most famous restaurants. And be sure to check out the all-new Stixx Sports Bar where you can cheer on your favorite team! Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

25 Shea's 710 Theatre 710 Main Street Buffalo, NY (716) TOUR LENGTH: 2+ hours GROUP LIMIT: MOTORCOACH PARKING: Nearby 710 Main Theatre showcases local, regional and touring productions in its 625 seat theater. It is also available for private and corporate events. Shea s Performing Arts Center 646 Main Street Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) Built in the style of a European opera house in 1926, Shea s Performing Arts Center continues to entertain audiences today with touring Broadway musicals, concerts, dance programs, historic theatre tours, a Free Film Series, educational programs, and family shows. Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park 425 Cayuga Road Cheektowaga, NY (716) Sky Zone has everything to keep you having fun, feeling fit and staying active. Aside from the Open Court Sky Zone offers other fun trampoline-based activities like our Sky Slam Basketball Dunk Court,or Foam Zone where you can flip, twist or cannon ball into a pit of foam! Or try 3-D Dodgeball Spirit of Buffalo One Naval Park Cove Buffalo, NY (716) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more Sail back in time aboard the Spirit of Buffalo. Discover traditional sailing on a classic 73 foot topsail schooner. This beautiful schooner with its magnificent red sails is available for private and corporate charters, public cruises, children s pirate adventures and educational excursions Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

26 Spring Lake Winery 7373 Rochester Road Lockport, NY (716) fax: (716) Steel Plant Museum, Inc. 100 Lee Street Buffalo, NY (716) Enjoy wine tasting next to our beautiful vineyards and lake. Vineyard Express runs twice a month June-October. Exclusive wine club membership also available. See website for more information. A tribute to Western New York steelworkers and Bethlehem Steel, at one time the world s largest steel plant. Contains photos, artifacts, memorabilia related to the local steel industry. Theatre of Youth (TOY) 203 Allen Street Allendale Theatre Buffalo, NY (716) fax: (716) Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site 641 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY (716) Fax: (716) TOUR LENGTH: 2 or more Theatre of Youth (TOY) engages all ages with crowd-pleasing, child-centered, professionally produced theater. Award-winning original set and costume designs grace the stage of the historic Allendale Theatre, originally constructed in 1913, and located in Buffalo s Allentown neighborhood. Theodore Roosevelt began his presidential journey here. State-of-the-art exhibits and a dramatic guided tour offer a museum experience unlike any other. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and emotions surrounding this pivotal moment in our nation s history Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com

27 Vidler s 5 & Main Street East Aurora, NY (716) Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours Water Street Landing 115 South Water Street Lewiston, NY (888) MOTORCOACH PARKING: No Perhaps the largest 5 & 10 in the world, Vidler s has over 75,000 different items spread out over 2 floors in our four connected buildings. You can spend hours wandering through the store and seeing our counters and shelves overflowing with the practical, unique, and the whimsical. GROUP LIMIT: Passengers ages six and up will enjoy this 45 minute white water adventure through the Niagara Gorge. Experience history, scenery, excitement and the thrill of a lifetime. Book online for discounts. Open daily May-October. Departure times are subject to change. Reservations required Buffalo Niagara Product Guide BUFFNY ( ) VisitBuffaloNiagara.com