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:20250802T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T120000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250418T143814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T154553Z UID:38224-1754130600-1754136000@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Pan-Am Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a tour of the ground where the Pan-American Exposition took place over 100 years ago.  Buffalo\, which in 1901 was the 8th largest city in the United States\, hosted over 8 million people from around the world.  Learn about the exhibits\, the shows\, the sounds and smells that could be experienced while visiting the fair.  Start at the Buffalo History Museum\, which is the only structure from the exposition that is still standing\, and walk along streets of Buffalo where stadiums\, buildings\, fountains\, and waterways once gave visitors strange\, exotic and dramatic entertainment. \nThe tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.  The cost is $20 ($10 for members) and includes a souvenir map guide.  The tour begins at The Buffalo History Museum at 10:30 AM. The tour takes place rain or shine (no rain date)\, so dress for the weather. \nPurchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended. \nPurchase Tickets Here URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/pan-am-walking-tour/2025-08-02/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/250417_PanAmWalkingTour_socialmedia-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T200000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250726T145608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T150009Z UID:42277-1754503200-1754510400@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:"Terrakwa: Where Memory\, Place\, and Water Meet" Exhibit Opening DESCRIPTION:This exhibition explores the Erie Canal\, not just as something from history\, but as a place that’s alive and changing. The collaborative artists Paul Bartow and Richard Metzgar used interviews\, maps\, and research to show how people and nature interact with the canal today. Their work depicts the canal as a vibrant\, diverse\, and active place. \nTerrakwa shares stories from people who live\, work\, and spend their time along the Erie Canal. These personal stories help us understand the many roles the canal plays as a workplace\, a spot for recreation\, and as a natural habitat. The artists also included unique drawings made by trees along the canal. These drawings were created naturally over time by weather and wind\, showing how nature and humans both shape the environment. \nThis exhibition celebrates the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial (2017–2025)\, highlighting the canal’s importance both in the past and today. Visitors are invited to think about how the canal continues to affect people and the environment\, and how it might change in the future. \nThis exhibit opening is a free event and open to the public. URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/terrakwa-where-memory-place-and-water-meet-exhibit-opening/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Terrakawa-Exhibit-Website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T140000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250724T142320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T153831Z UID:42240-1754733600-1754748000@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:World Indigenous Peoples’ Day Event DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, August 9th 10am-2pm at The Buffalo History Museum as we celebrate World Indigenous Peoples’ Day with keynote speaker Dr. Jolene Rickard of the Tuscarora Nation\, Turtle Clan. There will also be cultural food sampling from Lorinda John and children’s activities provided by Catt Rez Beaders. \nPlease RSVP here. Any questions can be sent to melissa@7thgencr.com \nIn Sponsorship with: \nNekaneshakt \nIndigenous Women’s Initiatives URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/world-indigenous-peoples-day-event/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T143000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 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:20250812T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T123000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250725T143136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T151749Z UID:42259-1754996400-1755001800@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Memory Cafe DESCRIPTION: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 will be from 11 to 12:30PM and includes lunch and coffee. \nPlease RSVP here \n\n  URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/memory-cafe-4/2025-08-12/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T190000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250412T185553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T185553Z UID:38112-1755192600-1755198000@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore seldom-seen pieces of Buffalo history in our Resource Center with our collections team! Museum Members will get a sneak peek at how we store and care for more than 100\,000 artifacts in our collection currently not on display. \nThis members-only program is free for members. Become a member here \nEmail our Membership and Volunteer Coordinator\, Kara Purpura\, at kpurpura@buffalohistory.org to learn more about how to become a member and/or register. \nSpace is limited—only 12 spots per tour. Pre-registration is required! URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/behind-the-scenes-tour-5/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum’s Resource Center\, 459 Forest Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14213\, United States CATEGORIES:Members Exclusive ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TBHM_BTST_Logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T120000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250716T185207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T185424Z UID:42113-1755252000-1755259200@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Junior History Buffs DESCRIPTION:Join all your friends and Junior History Buffs for a FREE! lesson about canals down at Canalside! Enjoy the interactive theater with folk stories about the Erie Canal with the Wondermakers and other hands-on activities in our new exhibit. \nPerformances are 25-30 minutes long and will be at 10:15 and 11:15. \nThis is a free program\, reserve your spot HERE. Please select both a ticket for the adult(s) and children. \nThis free admission day is made possible through the generosity of M&T Bank. URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/junior-history-buffs-4/ LOCATION:The Longshed at Canalside\, 44 Prime St.\, Buffalo\, 14202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Family Friendly,M&T Third Friday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/250714_AugustJuniorHistoryBuffs_web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T170000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20240429T140329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T164251Z UID:31404-1755252000-1755277200@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:M&T Third Friday DESCRIPTION: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 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nThis free admission day is made possible through the generosity of M&T Bank. URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/mt-third-friday-2/2025-08-15/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://buffalohistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/ThirdFridays_longer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T210000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 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:20250830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T130000 DTSTAMP:20250903T204331 CREATED:20250724T165218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T165328Z UID:42246-1756551600-1756558800@buffalohistory.org SUMMARY:Diaspora Dialogue: Healing Our History\, Uniting for Future Impact DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful and necessary community conversation hosted by International Child Advancement (ICA). This in-person gathering is designed to deepen understanding\, foster healing\, and strengthen relationships between African and African American communities. \nWe’ll reflect on the historical forces that have shaped our collective journey — from the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism to the divisions they created — and explore how we can reconnect\, rebuild\, and rise together. \nThrough a dynamic panel discussion featuring thought leaders\, advocates\, and community voices\, we’ll examine the barriers that continue to separate us and envision new ways to collaborate across the diaspora for long-term\, sustainable impact in our local and international communities. \nWhy Attend? \nTo engage in open\, honest dialogue\nTo connect across cultures and lived experiences\nTo understand our shared history and its present-day implications\nTo co-create pathways for collective empowerment and future collaboration\nThis is more than a conversation — it’s a movement toward unity\, resilience\, and lasting change. \nPlease RSVP here. URL:https://buffalohistory.org/event/diaspora-dialogue-healing-our-history-uniting-for-future-impact/ LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR