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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
Category: Museums - Buffalo Attractions & Activities
Address: 25 Nottingham Ct, Buffalo, NY 14216
Both the pacemaker and Cheerios have roots in Buffalo, and the county historical society makes sure the world knows it. The society is housed in the only structure remaining from the city's 1901 Pan American Exposition. Thousands of artifacts and inventions that were key to the history of the area are kept here. The museum's Pan-American exhibit...
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Address: 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14211
This well-stocked museum has a little of everything, including mummies and one of the biggest Kodiak bears in the world.
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Address: 1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
This gallery houses a comprehensive gathering of art from Western New York, including the world's largest compilation of work by famed watercolorist Charles E. Burchfield. Equally impressive is the accompanying collection of archived Burchfield material, which is also the world's largest for this artist.
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Address: Rte 104, 5795 Lewiston RD, Niagara University Campus, Lewiston, NY 14109
This massive facility showcases an impressive collection of contemporary art, with more than 3000 works on display. The emphasis is given to cultural and folk art, providing broad exposure to many otherwise unknown masterpieces. Numerous multimedia displays and activities for children are also available. The museum is the site of periodic special...
Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum
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Address: 453 Porter Ave, Buffalo, NY 14201
Among the country's seven Karpeles museums, the Buffalo branch boasts an extensive collection of manuscripts that remains unrivaled anywhere. The national archives contain more than a million items, including Einstein's "Theory of Relativity," the "Emancipation Proclamation," and the original draft of the "Bill of Rights." Each Karpeles museum...
Niagara Gorge Discovery Center
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Address: Niagara Reservation State Park, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Located near the Aquarium of Niagara across from the falls, this unique museum houses exhibits that reveal the geologic history of the Niagara Gorge, dating back 435 million years, and the 12,000-year history of the falls itself. Presentations can be viewed at a multi-screen theater.
Original American Kazoo Company Museum
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Address: 8703 S Main St, Eden, NY 14057
This entertaining museum details the history of the kazoo, and is actually located inside the only original metal kazoo factory in the world. Watch as new kazoos are crafted, and then make your own. A visit to the gift shop, of course, is a must – along with a variety of kazoos in all sizes and colors, you'll find other fun items such as toys,...
Pedaling History Bicycle Museum
Category: Museums - Buffalo Attractions & Activities
Address: 3943 N Buffalo Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127
The world's largest bicycle museum promises a most informative visit. A remarkable collection of exhibits chronicles the history of bicycle racing and includes rarities such as World War II paratrooper bikes and a bicycle made for five. More than 300 bikes are on display. Regular special events appeal to a wide array of visitors – there are even...
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Address: 363 Oakwood Ave, East Aurora, NY 14052
Founded in 1892 by Elbert Hubbard, Roycroft quickly emerged as a thriving, influential arts and craft community. Hubbard enlisted the talents of authors such as Stephen Crane and entertained influential visitors like Edison, Rockefeller, and Ford. The community flourished in publishing and in the production of furniture, leather crafts, and...
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Address: One Martha Jackson Pl, University at Buffalo – SUNY, Buffalo, NY 14214
An award winning renovated building, the UB Anderson Gallery is located in University Heights, less than one mile from UB's South Campus. Featuring a collection of modern and contemporary art, temporary exhibitions are presented year round in the spacious galleries and soaring glass sculpture atrium. Handicapped accessible.
