A classic example of Art Deco architectural design, this building ranks as an early 20th Century American masterpiece and has been considered an enduring symbol of Buffalo's genius and spirit since it was designed in 1929 by John J. Wade. Located in the center of downtown and overlooking Buffalo's main public square, the 32-story building boasts Native American-influenced tile details, friezes showing aspects of city life, and a top-floor observation tower with views of Lake Erie and the city.
The Hawk Creek Wildlife Center is normally not open to the public, but when it does, it's for one of its several events that take place yearly from April through October. This gift shop, however, is open year-round. See website for more information.
The fire station building known as the Engine House No. 28 is a beautiful Queen Ann style structure. This significant building is architecturally beautiful and is a great existing example. The firehouse features significant interiors, that reflect the fire fighting. It also accommodated a steam cart, a crew of nine men. This structure also comprised of a sitting room and an indoor bathroom facility.
This French-revival style building, sitting on land once owned by Joseph Ellicott, designer of Buffalo, was the largest office building in the world upon its opening in 1896. Featured is a central atrium with a glass roof, marble stairways, and a beautiful mosaic floor. The elevators on both the Main and Washington Street sides are framed in polished brass. Designed by Charles Atwood of Chicago, the final cost of construction was USD3.5 million. Nearby attractions include Buffalo Place and the Theater District.
USS Little Rock (CL-92) is a light cruiser ship launched around 1944. The ship was later converted to a guided missile cruiser and was in service for more than 20 years before she was decommissioned . Now it is a museum ship at Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park.
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