BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Buffalo History Museum - ECPv6.15.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Buffalo History Museum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://buffalohistory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Buffalo History Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T200000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250619T190955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T145944Z UID:41659-1751479200-1751486400@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Happy Hour History - Edison & Tesla: The Myths vs. the Truth DESCRIPTION:Wednesday July 2\, 2025\, 6-8PM \nEnjoy a drink and a small tour of our exhibits related to electricity. Learn more about two Americans whose inventive contributions have affected the entire world. \nMini tours available from 6-7pm \nPresentation by the Buffalo Niagara Nikola Tesla Council 7-8pm \nThis is now a FREE EVENT through the generosity of the Buffalo Niagara Nikola Tesla Council. \nDoors open at 6pm. Reserve tickets here \n\n  URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/happy-hour-history-edison-tesla-the-myths-vs-the-truth/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Events,Lecture,Q&As ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/250702-Edison-and-Tesla_socialmedia.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T200000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250619T142809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T142809Z UID:41651-1752170400-1752177600@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Drawing Support for Local Journalism DESCRIPTION:The Buffalo Newspaper Guild Hosts the Closing of Adam Zyglis’ Ink & Insight. \nCome and mingle with the hard-working journalists of the Buffalo Newspaper Guild as we celebrate the closing of my 20 year exhibition and the launch of the Guild’s campaign to “Support Local Journalism.” \nThe event is open to the public\, with small bites\, cash bar and great company. \nSee you there!” URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/drawing-support-for-local-journalism/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T210000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250430T181437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T141032Z UID:38713-1752861600-1752872400@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Party on the Portico - the Funkensteins featuring nico zarcone DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a concert on the back porch of the museum overlooking Mirror Lake. Play lawn games with friends. Satisfy your appetite with food and drinks from food trucks\, a cash bar with local beers and wines\, or complimentary snacks. Don’t miss a 20-year Buffalo tradition! \nThis event is a 21 and over event and runs rain or shine. \nPre-sale tickets: $20 admission/ $10 for members Purchase Tickets Here \nDay-of tickets: $25 admission/ $15 members \nBlock Party tickets: 10 tickets for $150. Purchase 10 tickets at once to automatically receive 25% off. \nDoors open at 5:30pm\, Event 6-9pm \nThank you to our 2025 Party on the Portico Sponsors: \n\n \n\n  URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/party-on-the-portico-2025-07-18/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/July_2025POTP_web-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T180000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250625T155609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T160016Z UID:41827-1753290000-1753293600@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Waterway of Change Book Club DESCRIPTION:Come join the Waterway of Change for a free book club down at Canalside! “Wedding of the Waters” by Peter Bernstein (available in the Museum Gift Shop!) shows a glimpse of the creation of the Canal. Doug Kohler the Erie County Historian\, will participate in a mini lecture on the Erie Canal! \nRegister for the event HERE URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/waterway-of-change-book-club/ LOCATION:The Longshed at Canalside\, 44 Prime St.\, Buffalo\, 14202\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/250623_Waterway-of-Change-Book-Club_web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T200000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250710T181911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T183018Z UID:42024-1753466400-1753473600@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:The Historic Colored Musicians Club & Jazz Museum Present – Drew's Crew Live DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening of live jazz featuring the incredible Drew’s Crew—a dynamic ensemble bringing fresh\, vibrant energy to the stage. Come experience the soulful sound of jazz in a beautiful historic setting while supporting one of the nation’s oldest African American music institutions. \nTickets: $20 for members of the Colored Musicians Club / $25 for non-members \nPurchase tickets HERE \nDoors open at 5:30 URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/the-historic-colored-musicians-club-jazz-museum-drews-crew-live/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/CMC7.25.25.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T203000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250610T151247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T151247Z UID:41481-1753983000-1753993800@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:AAARIA Presents – SANKOFA: Africans in America Before Columbus DESCRIPTION:SANKOFA: Africans in America Before Columbus \n\nJourney with African Historian/Tedx Speaker/Best Selling Author\, Emmanuel Kulu on fascinating educational seminar exploring the history of Africans in America before Columbus’s arrival. Discover the rich and often overlooked contributions of African civilizations to the development of the Americas. From advanced agricultural practices to intricate trade networks\, this event will shed light on the deep roots of African presence in the Americas before the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about a crucial part of American history that is often left untold! \n  \nWHAT TO EXPECT? \nEvent Hosted by: AAARIA \nOpening Speaker: Chey Winston \nKeynote Address: Emmanuel Kulu\, Jr. \n  \nPurchase Tickets HERE URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/aaaria-presents-sankofa-africans-in-america-before-columbus/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T143000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250215T211144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T211241Z UID:33911-1754987400-1755009000@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Teaching American History Seminar – The American Mind: Frederick Douglass DESCRIPTION:The American Mind: Frederick Douglass \nDr. Joseph Fornieri- Rochester Institute of Technology \nAugust 12th \, 2025 \nREGISTRATION BEGINS: 8:30 AM \nSEMINAR: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM EST \nAbout this seminar: One of the most influential African Americans in the nineteenth century\, Douglass advocated for a number of causes\, including the abolition of slavery. This seminar will explore those topics. n This program will be conducted as a discussion\, utilizing primary source documents as the only readings\, and with the Discussion Leader facilitating the conversation\, instead of lecturing or presenting. Registrants\, therefore\, are highly encouraged to read all the documents in advance and come ready with questions. All attendees will receive a Letter of Attendance at the end of the seminar. \n  \nMore Information and to Register Click Here URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/teaching-american-history-seminar-the-american-mind-frederick-douglass/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T210000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250430T181437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T141247Z UID:38714-1755280800-1755291600@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Party on the Portico - Letter to Elise featuring Tuesday Nite DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a concert on the back porch of the museum overlooking Mirror Lake. Play lawn games with friends. Satisfy your appetite with food and drinks from food trucks\, a cash bar with local beers and wines\, or complimentary snacks. Don’t miss a 20-year Buffalo tradition! \nThis event is a 21 and over event and runs rain or shine. \nPre-sale tickets: $20 admission/ $10 for members Purchase Tickets Here\nDay-of tickets: $25 admission/ $15 members \nDoors open at 5:30pm\, Event 6-9pm \nThank you to our 2025 Party on the Portico Sponsors: URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/party-on-the-portico-2025-08-15/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/August_2025POTP_web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T210000 DTSTAMP:20250903T210820 CREATED:20250820T124534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T130249Z UID:46005-1760029200-1760043600@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:2025 Red Jacket Awards DESCRIPTION:OUR LEGACY\nThe Red Jacket\, The Daniel B. Niederlander\, and The Owen B. Augspurger\nAwards are presented to community leaders and organizations. Many\ncommunity members regard the Red Jacket Award as the most prestigious\nhonor in Western New York. In 1792\, President George Washington\npresented Red Jacket with the medal after which our award is modeled. The\nAmerican Numismatic Society lists the Red Jacket medal as the fifth most\nimportant medal in American history. \nHONORING \nDr. Lillian S. Williams\nThe Red Jacket Award \nDawne Hoeg\nThe Owen B. Augspurger Award \nThe Tonawanda Reservation Historical Society\nThe Daniel B. Niederlander Award \nAnd celebrating with over 200 civic leaders and community-minded guests. \nJoin us\, Thursday\, October 9\, 2025. \n5:30pm Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres\n7:00pm Awards Ceremony\n8:00pm Coffee and Dessert \nRSVP Here \nRSVP Deadline is September 18\, 2025 \nLearn about Sponsorship Levels Here URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/2025-red-jacket-awards/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Awards Ceremony,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RJ-Graphic-.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR