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Buffalo became home for people from all over, including the first Native Americans, Dutch immigrants, African Americans, and Yankees from New England. This exhibit at The Buffalo History Museum is all about sharing those people’s stories.
It’s called Neighbors: The People of Erie County and it’s been around since 1995.
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When you explore this exhibit, you’ll learn all about the diversity of the people who have contributed to Buffalo’s rich cultural fabric. This exhibit is also about how people moving to the area shared resources and created new communities and traditions that shaped Buffalo’s unique character.
It’s an old school exhibit, and it’s full of artifacts and detailed narratives covering different community topics including leisure, music, healthcare, and professions. Some subjects of interest include immigration, conviviality and social life, pop culture, healthcare, impact of nativism, reform, war, and civil rights.
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You’ll find full of all sorts of different artifacts ranging from vintage beer bottles from the 19th century to stethoscopes and medical equipment used back in 1820 to 1860 here. And we can’t forget the butter lamb!
You’ll also find firefighting artifacts, including a hose cart, fire pale, and Veteran Volunteer Fire Association of Buffalo belt here. Plus, The Ararat Stone which signifies an attempt by Manuel Mordecai Noah to establish a community on Grand Island for the Jewish community.
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If you’re a Buffalo history buff, like us, this is an exhibit you’ll want to explore.
The best part? Admission to the Museum is free now through the end of February. The Museum is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Make sure to pre-register online before you visit.
The Buffalo History Museum
1 Museum Ct, Buffalo, NY 14216
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