Hiking Through the Awe-Inspiring Whirlpool State Park on the Niagara River
The Niagara River Gorge in the northwestern corner of New York is well known for the popular Niagara Falls State Park. However, there is a lot more beauty to discover …
Greater Niagara
Visiting the Millard Fillmore House Near Buffalo, NY
New York has been the birthplace of five presidents, including our 13th president, Millard Fillmore. While Fillmore was born in president day Cayuga County, he spent much of his adult …
Having Fun at the Erie Canal Discovery Center in Lockport
The Erie Canal is one of the most important historic sites in New York, and there are many places to learn about its history along its 363 miles, including the …
How to Get to Medina Falls in Orleans County, New York
New York is home to hundreds of incredible waterfalls, but there are likely none quite like Medina Falls. Medina Fall is located in the Orleans County community of Medina. This …
25 Fun Things to Do in Buffalo, NY
Located in the western corner of New York along the shores of Lake Erie, you’ll find the state’s second-largest city: Buffalo. After coming to prominence thanks to the Erie Canal, …
Seeing Buffalo from the Water on a Buffalo River History Tour
Buffalo might be known today for its cold winters, famous chicken wings, and the nearby Niagara Falls. However, for many years, it was one of the gateways to the West …
What It’s Like to Visit the Buffalo Naval Park
If you find yourself driving or walking past the Buffalo waterfront, you can’t miss the large naval ships floating in the harbor. These two large boats and one submarine are …
How to See the Waterfalls at Niagara Falls State Park in New York
New York is home to many iconic destinations but few illicit the same response from throughout the world as Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls is located approximately 16 miles northwest of …
Touring Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House in Buffalo
Located in a residential area of Buffalo only two blocks from the Buffalo Zoo, you’ll find one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most heralded homes: the Martin House. Known officially as …
What It’s Like to Visit the Buffalo Museum of Science
There are many great museums in western New York, and one of my favorites is the Buffalo Museum of Science. The Buffalo Museum of Science is located in Martin Luther …