This "Jewel on the Lake" was the summer home for the folks who lived in the Darwin D. Martin House in the early part of the 20th century and is one of a half-dozen designed in the Buffalo area by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Its location is spectacular, south of Buffalo on a 70-foot cliff overhanging Lake Erie. The house is architecturally significant because it marks a transition period between Wright's earlier Prairie Style and his concrete designs. Tours generally last 1 hour and 15 minutes. Keep in mind that Graycliff tours are not appropriate for children under 10 years and that reservations are required.
When this railway terminal was built in 1929 west of Buffalo's Lovejoy Neighborhood, the Great Depression was about to hit. Despite its art deco majesty, the station never caught on with travelers. It began a slow decline, halted temporarily only by the World War II business boom. The Central Terminal Restoration Corporation took it over in 1997, and the station is re-discovering its splendor, symbolized by the re-lighting of its 9-foot diameter clocks. A photographic history of the station can be found at the Iron Island Museum.
Located in an 1890s tri-domed Victorian glass conservatory on the grounds of South Park and created by NY Central Park designer Frederick Law Olmsted, these gardens feature exotic flowers and plants from around the world. The gardens are operated by the Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Highlights include an orchid and bromeliad house, herb collection, and waterfall. There are also seasonal shows such as Spring Flowers, All-American Annuals in summer, and December Poinsettias.
Commonly known as 74th Regimental Armory, the Connecticut Street Armory is an imposing structure that represents American history. Featured in the National Register of Historic Places in 1996, it was built in 1899, under the supervision of architect Isaac G. Perry. Currently, it houses administrative offices and 74th Regiment of the New York National Guard. While you are in town, do visit this important landmark.
Flanked by the Erie Canal, the Historic Cobblestone District assumes significant importance in the city of Buffalo. In the past, the district was home to a bevy of industries that allowed local traders to prosper, while in recent times it has become an iconic venue for an array of local and cultural events. This district in Downtown Buffalo is incredibly popular for its nightlife and entertainment, and events organized here range from live, soul-stirring music festivals to comedy acts and culinary soirees. The district was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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