As the second largest city in New York State, Buffalo is a dynamic, multi-faceted metropolis.  In 1996, it was selected as an “All-American City and Community.” With excellent dining, numerous cultural attractions, two major professional sports teams and a vibrant arts community, Buffalo offers a little something for everyone. 

In spite of its bitterly cold winters, Buffalo is also a great city for outdoor activity.  Residents and tourists can take advantage of the Lake Erie coastline for six to seven months out of the year.  When winter eventually does set in, the hardy gear up for Bills’ football and Sabres’ hockey.  And of course, an order of famous Buffalo hot wings will warm up anyone. Popular sites include the nearby Niagara Falls, the fine Albright-Knox Art Gallery, and the scenic Delaware Park.

Less than a decade after it was founded, during the War of 1812, Buffalo was burned to the ground by British troops.  According to historians, only one house was left standing. After the town was rebuilt, homeowners were required to have leather water buckets to help douse would-be fires.

Located on the shores of Lake Erie, Buffalo is a mere half-hour's drive from one of the “seven natural wonders of the world,” Niagara Falls.  Actually, the cataract consists of two falls: American Falls in New York State and Horseshoe Falls in Ontario.

Buffalo’s famous Delaware Avenue is often referred to by locals as “President’s Avenue.” After all, Millard Fillmore lived there until his death, as did William McKinley, who died in the home of John Milburn.  In addition, Teddy Roosevelt took his presidential oath at the Wilcox house, also on Delaware Avenue.