There are a number of historic towns in New York surrounding our region bristling with pleasant surprises. New York State is so much more than just NYC. Jam-packed with history and world-class natural beauty, we triple dog dare you to find a more interesting,...
Our region has a wealth of stories to share & the many local history museums in Buffalo Niagara safeguard these stories from being forgotten. Dig into Buffalo Niagara’s illustrious past if you want to understand its current Renaissance. by Meg Bennett The...
Finding a literary work that’s seemingly been lost to history can be both invigorating and baffling. Such is the case with Rudolph Fisher’s novel The Conjure-Man Dies – the first African-American detective novel. by Max Fisher The Conjure-Man Dies takes...
Old Fort Niagara will host a special tour on Saturday, February 6, 2021 highlighting its hidden African-American history. by Welcome 716 Old Fort Niagara will showcase its hidden African-American History with a special tour in February Old Fort Niagara’s Hidden...
When you visit even a few of the architectural treasures of Buffalo, you begin to understand why it is one of the most significant architectural cities in America. by Katie Johnson There is so much to explore, why wait? Whether by car, bike or foot, make your own fun...
It isn’t hot-off-the-press news that Anchor Bar is home of the international phenom that is the Buffalo hot wing. But do you know the true origin story of this illustrious snack? by Alex Monterville The OG wings themselves With locations nationwide and in...
From the first American female architect to the inventor of the Buffalo wing, explore Buffalo’s hidden history. by Katie Johnson Learn about the significant role women have played in Buffalo history, including establishing and supporting many of our community’s...
Buffalo Harbor Cruises and the Miss Buffalo II have been given the green light to cruise the waterways of Buffalo under their iconic blue and white canopy. by Meredith DeLuca The Miss Buffalo II is a 100-ton, open-air vessel with two decks, two bars and two heads that...
No travel arrangements, no packing, no sitting around airports and on airplanes while Welcome 716 guides you to a staycation! Our summer is still hot and beautiful so plan a Staycation Buffalo Niagara while the time is right! Escape from your home, but not your...