Join us at The Buffalo History Museum for a special conversation with Brian Higgins, President and Chief Executive Officer of Shea's Performing Arts Center. As a former U.S. Congressman, Higgins represented Western New York in Washington for nearly two decades. A lifelong Buffalonian and champion for regional revitalization, Higgins will reflect on his journey from… Continue Reading Happy Hour History: Evening with Brian Higgins
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| 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - | 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events, ![]() Exclusive Meet and Greet with the Artists 10:30AM to 12:30PM Come interact with the creators of Terrakwa: An Investigation of the Erie Canal and Connected Waterways. This unique exhibit encourages visitors to think about how the Erie Canal impacted people in the past and how it will continue to play a role in our communities in… Continue Reading Terrakwa Exhibit Meet and Greet - Enjoy a tour of our Pan-American Exposition inside the Museum’s State Court. “Return to the Rainbow City: Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition,” recounts the story of the fair—its planning, construction, and legacy—and features a variety of Pan-Am artifacts, paintings, and photographs. The display includes nearly 100 Pan-Am keepsakes – from cups and mugs to paperweights and playing… Continue Reading “Return to the Rainbow City” Indoor Walking Tour | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 1 event, ![]() Join us each month on the second Tuesday for our ‘Memory Cafe’ – a free program for people with changes in their memory or thinking and the people who care for them. At each Memory Cafe, participants will view our museum exhibits and artifacts, create arts and crafts and socialize with one another. Each session… Continue Reading Memory Cafe | 2 events, - Join us as The Buffalo History Museum proudly marks its re-accreditation-an hour reserved for the nations top museums. Be part of a celebratory morning recognizing excellence, community, and our shared history. Press conference begins at 10am, followed by cake, coffee, and punch. The museum will offer free admission to the museum all day with artifacts… Continue Reading Re-Accreditation Celebration - ![]() Join us for a Happy Hour History book talk with author George Bozeka. Bozeka, President of the Professional Football Researchers Association, will give a presentation about the PFRA’s new Great Teams Series book, “The 1964 Buffalo Bills: Profiles of the AFL Champions”. Featuring special appearances by 1964 Bills Ed Rutkowski and Booker Edgerson. The book will be… Continue Reading Happy Hour History: “The 1964 Buffalo Bills: Profiles of the AFL Champions” Book Talk | 1 event, - Test your knowledge of our city, pop culture, and beyond at the Museum’s Buffalo History trivia night! Bring a friend, or meet new friends for team-based Buffalo history trivia inside the State Court. Beer and wine will be available for purchase, and prizes will be awarded for the winners! Maximum of four members per team.… Continue Reading December Trivia | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - ![]() Celebrate Quincy Jones with a live tribute by Hawkins & Hawkins at the Buffalo History Museum on Dec 18, 2025. Music, culture, and community. Join The Historic Colored Musicians Club & Jazz Museum as we celebrate a true musical legend with “A Tribute to Quincy Jones.” This special evening honors the extraordinary career and cultural impact of… Continue Reading Colored Musicians Club: A Tribute to Quincy Jones | 2 events, ![]() Join us on M&T Third Friday for free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Discover Western New York’s rich history in more than a half-dozen exhibits, including “CONTINUUM: A HISTORY OF ERIE COUNTY” and “ICONS: THE MAKERS AND MOMENTS OF BUFFALO SPORTS.” And bring the kids for “Junior History Buffs” children’s programming from 10… Continue Reading M&T Third Friday - ![]() Join us on for a FREE! family friendly festival that will include 19th century activities, demonstrations and performances. Enjoy live music performances, crafts, games, toys, face painting, and demonstrations by a blacksmith, a weaver, a spinner and MORE! | 0 events, | 0 events, |
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| 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - ![]() Join us from 10am-2pm on New Year's Eve for a family friendly celebration. At noon, we will have our very own ball drop and a 12:30pm magic show with Magician Mike. Admission is Pay-what-you-wish. | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |






