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Allen burger venture shooting11/20/2023 Photo courtesy of Kleinhans Music Hall Stop 6: Kleinhans Music Hall It’s hard to believe something so massive in size lives right here in the heart of Buffalo’s West Side! Stop 5: Homeland Mural – 585 Niagara StreetĪ straight shot down Niagara Street through Prospect Park will get you to our next destination: a mural titled “Homeland, Perhaps It Is Because I Wish to See You Fly, That My Flight Continues to Be Yours.” Created and designed by Betsy Casañas as a tribute to Hispanic heritage in Buffalo, this vibrant mural can be found on both the front and side of the building that houses Buffalove Development and Jackson Hewitt Tax Services.īonus: Want to explore all of the West Side’s incredible street art? Check out our Complete Guide to Street Art on the West Side. Located just beyond Prospect Park, this Victorian gem and National Historic Landmark was built back in 1899, but remains fully functional today as home of the 74th Regiment of the New York National Guard. Unfortunately, the Connecticut Street Armory isn’t actually a real castle- though it definitely looks like one. ![]() Stop 4: Connecticut Street Armory – 184 Connecticut Streetįrom Porter Ave, take a quick drive (or walk!) over to Connecticut Street, where you’ll come up on what appears to be a literal castle. You’ll also find a plaque at the park’s entrance that pays tribute to the park’s historical context, and the men and women that crossed the water from that point to seek freedom in Canada. Today, a walk through Broderick Park doesn’t just give way to a pretty view of the Peace Bridge. Positioned right along the Niagara River, the park is regarded among historians as a hotspot on what was once Western New York’s portion of the Underground Railroad, likely due to its close proximity to the United States/Canadian border. To get to our second stop, we’ll head down Niagara Street and over to Broderick Park, a small, but beautiful riverfront park on the West Side that’s packed with history. Completed last year as a part of Albright Knox’s Public Art Initiative, the mural was created by local artist Nicole Cherry, and draws inspiration from both the building’s occupant, a bike shop, and bicyclists brought to the West Side by the area’s new bike lanes. We’ll officially kick off our driving tour at 1330 Niagara Street, where the massive “1800s Bikes in Vines” mural can be found. Remedy House | 429 Rhode Island Street Stop 1: 1800s Bikes in Vines Mural – 1330 Niagara Street Pick up a morning/afternoon caffeine boost, and maybe a tasty treat to go with it! Feel free to take care of this step at home if that’s your jam, but in the interest of supporting local businesses during COVID-19, here’s a quick list of local coffee shops taking to-go orders right now that are fairly accessible on the way to the first stop on our list (depending on wherever you start from, of course). We’re all in this together, Buffalo!īefore you get on the road, you’ll want to grab your favorite “road trip” drink to fuel you. ![]() From historic landmarks and architectural gems to street art masterpieces and popular restaurants offering takeout, we hope that these guides will help provide you with some inspiration in light of all that’s going on right now, and if nothing else, a fun distraction for a few hours.Īnd this goes without saying, but we’ll say it anyway: please continue to listen to local and national public health officials, maintain proper social distancing when necessary, and only do what you currently feel comfortable with amidst the outbreak of COVID-19. ![]() While it’s true that our daily norms have drastically changed, we think there are still some great ways to (safely) spend time exploring the city- which is why we’ve put together a Tour By Car Series for you to enjoy!Įach post will feature a “driving tour” itinerary chock full of interesting spots around the city that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own vehicle or outside while maintaining a safe social distance from others. ![]() (Anyone else savoring every last minute of their one walk a day?) If you’re going a little stir-crazy inside right now, trust us, you’re not alone. It’s finally springtime here in Western New York, but amidst the outbreak of COVID-19, warm weather activities certainly look a little different than usual. Broderick Park / Photo courtesy of Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper
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