The Buffalo History Museum

This is a national class museum, which transcends regional culture and local historical artifacts. It explores Western New York's role and larger society, including Haudenoshonee Native American events in the context of the Civil War, the emergence of the Erie Canal, and Great Lakes in national and international shipping and of course the role of Western New York, and the national sports scene. Displays are very nicely presented. All ages will be entertained and educated. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful.

I visited on a Saturday in February and found a parking spot by the entrance. The building is very beautiful and so is the landscaping. I found many interesting exhibits to view. Our history is covered from Native American culture to present day. The Apostle clock, located on the first floor, is amazing to watch.
I love coming here in the spring when the trees are in blossom. It's breathtaking.

It's cherry blossom time again. Although the Cherry Blossom Festival is not until this weekend, we went on April 28th as thought that some of the trees might have been impacted by the cold snap and snow at the beginning of the week.
Many of the trees looked great and full, but some had already lost most of their blossoms.
It is still a wonderful way to spend a bit of time surrounded by pink and white flowering trees; it's a very short period of time each year to enjoy this colorful and tranquil place

This treasure trove covers everything from Native America times to the present. The gift shop is excellent.

This museum tells a slightly better and more inclusive story of Buffalo's history than it did not too many years ago. Displays are more organized and thoughtful but the overall experience here remains one that is minus the technical tools to lay out the breadth and depth of this region.

More interior space has been carved from moribund square footage but it still won't be enough space to even scratch the surface of this city.

The third Friday of the month is always free admission with free parking in the lot.The museum is very interesting and educational. They have Party On the Portico in the summer months which is always fun with a different band entertaining you each time.The Japanese Cherry Blossom festival is always breathtakingly beautiful, as is walking around hoyt lake.I attended the first annual Sweethearts Dance which was 50's inspired and had plenty of music , dancing , hors d'oeuvre and desserts and was such a amazing night out.

If you have never (like me) been to the Buffalo History Museum, or haven't been there in a long time, now is a great time to go. Currently, admission is "pay what you wish," though they suggest a $10 donation for adults. Admission with an Arts Access pass for people with disabilities is always free.

Three floors of displays enable experiencing Buffalo and Erie County in ways that are educational and entertaining. The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Gallery on the upper level will delight the sports fan. The Train Gallery on the lower level will thrill visitors of all ages. The Research Library on the main level is available to all with an interest in our area's founding, settling, development, and future.

So much to see; so much to do. You will want to return often. Special events and new displays make this museum always a work in progress.

Be sure to check out the gift shop. It's never too early to find that special Christmas or birthday gift.

Lots to do and see here, the third Friday of the month is free and there is always plenty of free parking in their lot.It's always nice to visit when the Japanese Cherry Blossom festival is going on , it's so pretty.Plus just strolling around hoyt lake is incredible. In the summer months they have a Party on the Portico event which is a fun event with a different band playing each time.Recently I attended their first annual Sweathesrts Dance, it was live music and dancing with a 50's motif, it included hors d'oeuvres desserts and was very entertaining.

What is not to like about the museuem? It's a beautiful building, in a beautiful setting. Take a walk around the Japanese garden, learn some history about Buffalo - it's time well spent.
They've recently undergone significant renovation and the ground floor it's now accessible after many years of neglect. I attended the Japan Culture Day and I didn't spend too much time exploring the regular displays aside from the model railroad. It's on my to do list for a winter outing.

I stopped at The Buffalo History Museum on my way back from a visit to the Theodore Roosevelt Inauguration National Historic Site back in January. I had visited a few times before and was pleased to see the museum and its exhibits are undergoing some renovations. Before I discuss the exhibits, I'd be remiss to not talk about the building itself and its surroundings. The beautiful Hoyt Lake and Japanese Gardens are not to be missed!

Now that we've explored the outside, it's time to enter the gorgeous historic building. The building is stunning and I can marvel at the building itself for quite a while. On the chilly January day I visited, reservations were required and there was free admission. It looks like admission is "pay what you want" currently. Perhaps that will change after the renovations?

I really enjoyed all of the exhibits because I love Buffalo and I love Buffalo history. However, some were indeed better than others. My favorites included the Buffalo Sports history, Tim Russert, how the city has transformed, and I also liked the railroad set on the bottom level.

I'm looking forward to visiting again when the renovations are done. Speaking of renovations, when it reopens be sure to check out the nearby Albright Knox Art Gallery that is also undergoing a major renovation!