Melissa Brown Constance Caldwell Jennifer Nichols Robie Carmina, Rebecca Justinger, Kimberly Luangpakdy, Megan MacNeill, Cynthia Van Ness Tuesday 10 am-5 pm Wednesday 10 am-8 pm Thursday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm Sunday 12-5 pm Closed Mondays Wednesday-Saturday: 1-5 pm Extended Library Hours Wednesday Evenings: 6-8 pm Closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday Members: FREE Children Under 7: FREE Veterans: FREE Children (7-12): $2.50 Adults: $7 Students & Seniors : $5 Steven McCarville - President Mark Martin - Vice President William J. O'Donnell - Vice President Heidi A. Raphael - Vice President Mark V. Taylor - Vice President Greg D. Tranter - Vice President Cassie Irish - Secretary Alex Gress - Treasurer Gaile Amigone Joan Bukowski Anne Conable Daniel S. Dytchkowskyj Ken Friedman
Carley Jean Hill Laura E. Hubbard John L. Hurley, Jr. Cheryl Lyles Vincent Mancuso
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From The Buffalo History Museum Collection, on the cover: Mother with her children at a festival popcorn cart. September, 15, 1967. The Buffalo History Museum is a private not-for-profit organization tax exempt under Sec. 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We receive operating support from the County of Erie, the City of Buffalo, New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature, and from donors, members and friends.The Buffalo History Museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.
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Greetings and welcome summer! I can vividly remember riding in the back seat of my Grandma Rose’s shiny, copper-toned and sassy Monte Carlo for excursions to Olcott, NY. Compared to our family station wagon, her car was as immaculate as the Mother Mary statuette on the dashboard. My spindly legs did not yet touch the floor. Kevin, my younger brother, got to ride in the front seat. He was in charge of the radio buttons. With the windows down, I had to hold back the wisps from my braided hair. That was how we’d roll. We enjoyed walks in Krull Park, running and playing under the canopy of the enormous trees; then, we would scuff down the old sandy, stone stairs to the beach. The metal swing-sets, merry-go-rounds, teeter-totters and a seemingly enormous wading pool were a child's place of enchantment on the other side of the park. Gram also took us to the amusement rides that dazzled and dizzied our senses. For a little kid, all of this was quite magical and as you can tell, memorable. But the best part of the day was stopping at Bye’s Popcorn stand—summer food at its finest. It felt like a special treat when we happened to perfectly time the line to witness the large popping pot opened and brimming with a fresh batch. The white paper bags- folded down and stapled shut for caramel corn and teeming-over-the-top for regular popcorn, are a distinctly simple package to hold such a commodity. My Gram loved the caramel corn with cashews. My siblings and I were more for straight-up caramel or regular. To this day, I have never
seen popcorn kernels popped to such a consistently supreme size. If you are thinking “movie” popcorn, unnatural-bright-yellowbutter- think again. This is white and fluffy and wonderful.
The City of Buffalo & Buffalo Quarters Historical Society
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Interfaith Consecration Time Capsule Presentation by Mayor Byron W. Brown Broderick Park - Foot of Ferry
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˝We may have all come on different ships, but we’re on the same boat now." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Heading down to Olcott is a summer tradition I still enjoy. Thanks to the amazing work of passionate team of community leaders, Olcott Beach Carousel Park opened in 2003. The park features a 1928-style Hershell-Spillman two-row carousel, five vintage kiddie rides, and a wonderful 1931 Wurlitzer band organ. Most of my son’s August birthdays have been spent picnicking in Krull Park. Of course, we go to Bye’s. I’m sure my Gram would find it funny that I now have to duck my head to access the charming stand. I’m glad these occasions always give me pause to remember her. As the past meets the present, my children now know and enjoy my memories and their great Gram through this tradition; and, Gram would fully approve. I am grateful the memories are vivid and inspire new adventures of which she would fully approve. This season’s Album is intended to do the same. Happy Summer! Melissa P.S. By the way, this is the same grandmother from which I inherited the peanut butter ball recipe. "Gram's Peanut Butter Balls" offered at many an occasion at the Museum has become legendary among staff, volunteers and some frequent members. We hope you will drop in soon and often and happen to try one. Gram would love it!
With much affection and appreciation we said goodbye, May 3. Thank you for sharing your generous spirit and love of history with all of us at the Museum. ≤ You will be missed. ≥
Over 30 years ago I visited The Buffalo History Museum to explore the building and exhibits prior to a job interview that was scheduled for the following week. Walking up the stairs to this grand building, I was kind of nervous but excited about the opportunity that could be coming my way. My first memory of that day was the large amount of people in the lobby waiting for the Apostolic Clock to do its “thing.” What an incredible experience! To this day I enjoy viewing the clock and seeing others look at it as I did so many years ago. This is hard to answer as there have been so many events that I have been involved with over the years. I guess I have to say Party on the Portico is my favorite, just because it is such a feelgood event.
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Rebecca Justinger Registrar Starting in the mid-1960s, a Greek immigrant named James Eoannou purchased his friend’s concession pushcart and began selling popcorn, peanuts, and corn-fritters in North Buffalo neighborhoods. He later moved to Delaware Road and began servicing the suburban neighborhoods in the Town of Tonawanda and the Village of Kenmore. One of the signals that summer had come to Buffalo was the arrival of the popcorn man. James was a full-time cook for the Buffalo Athletic Club and loved to go for long, rambling walks. He decided to put his walks to good use and bring some joy to children, and often the adults, of these neighborhoods. The wooden handcart is painted red, white, and blue and has glass windows and a glass door to access the popcorn compartment. The cart was made by A. Elsinghorst, at the Elsinghorst Building located on 138-140 Broadway in Buffalo. This wonderful addition to our collection, donated to us by Mr. Eoannou’s family, includes the original tarp for covering the goods in the cart, two denim aprons, with three pockets, that were worn by James, and 40 red, white, and blue paper popcorn bags of varying sizes. The handcart is a great Buffalo summertime memory.
Bflo. Made! exhibit opened in the early 1990s. This was the first exhibit that I was closely involved with. The entire staff worked together to get this outstanding exhibit completed. There were many laughs, and tears, too! A former TBHM Board President, Joan Bukowski, nominated me for a “Women of Influence” award several years ago. The nomination was unexpected and made me feel exceptionally appreciated. It didn’t matter whether I would receive the award or not as the nomination was more important. As it turned out, I did receive that honor and I hold that time very dear to my heart. I am very proud to have been part of our American Alliance of Museums (AAM) last reaccreditation, the highest national recognition afforded to the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, governments, funders, outside agencies, and the museum-going public. Of the nation’s estimated 17,500 museums, 775 are currently accredited. And, out of the estimated 900 museums in the state of New York, The Buffalo History Museum is one of only 63 which are accredited. Another major accomplishment I was part of is the nearly $1 million electrical project through the City of Buffalo. The city’s investment included the replacement of the existing exterior and interior lighting fixtures, lighting controls and electrical panel boards. It also included a new public address system and upgrades to the fire alarm, telephone and surveillance camera systems. An ice cold Corona with a lime and a good steak.
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By now, everyone who has ever nibbled on chicken wings prepared in a particular style knows their origin story: in 1964, at the Anchor Bar, Teressa Bellissimo cut some wings in half, deep fried them, tossed them in hot sauce, and served them at the bar with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing. A star was born. Today, Buffalo is not just a city, it is a flavor applied to just about anything: snack foods, cauliflower, shrimp, pasta salad, mac & cheese, hamburgers, stuffed mushrooms, and even pizza. The Buffalo affection for chicken wings is not limited to the Bellissimo version, however. The first restauranteur to promote wings in the Buffalo telephone book was John M. Young (1935-1988), who opened a restaurant in 1966 called “Wings & Things” at 1313 Jefferson Avenue. Young’s wings were uncut, breaded, deep-fried, and served with his secret, tomato-based Mambo Sauce. They were sold ten for a dollar. We can look even further back than the 1960s for evidence of chicken wings on the plates of Buffalonians. On August 16, 1894, the Buffalo Commercial Advertiser published this lessthan-appetizing recipe for chicken wings:
At the Clarendon Hotel, girls have been introduced as waiters, with good success. They get from $6 to $8 per month. No other of our principal Hotels has yet tried them. The proprietors think that the employment of girls will alone exempt the Hotels from a repetition of the annoyance already experienced. (Daily Republic, May 3, 1853) Also in 1853 was this episode of bravery concerning an omnibus, a horse-drawn passenger vehicle:
We have no way of knowing if any 19th century Buffalo households had a copy of The Modern Cook by Charles E. Francatelli (11th edition, 1858), but in it we found this wing recipe, which also sounds terribly unpleasant: We can, however, show that Buffalo’s chicken wing pedigree began at least 160 years ago. In our menu collection is a Bill of Fare dated July 1, 1857, from the Clarendon Hotel at Main & South Division. The wine list was longer than the food list. However, in small print, under Entrees, one finds not only the delightful Macaroni baked, with Cheese, but this offering: Chicken Wings, fried. Buffalo comes by its association with chicken wings honestly. The Clarendon Hotel was built in 1849 as the Phelps House. Under the new management of Captain Henry Van Allen, it was renamed the Clarendon in 1853 and described as a “first class, well kept” hotel. That year, the Buffalo Daily Republic 6
An omnibus, standing at the Clarendon this morning, while the driver was attending to some baggage, started off, and proceeded down Main Street at full speed. When nearly opposite Swan Street a colored man named Jackson started out and caught the lines and stopped the team, amid the applause of several by-standers. (Daily Republic, Sept. 3, 1853). The Clarendon Hotel served the traveling public and boarders until Nov. 10, 1860, when it was destroyed by fire. At least four guests and two chambermaids lost their lives. Today it is the site of Fireman’s Park, between 1 M&T Plaza and the Ellicott Square building. We hereby credit the Clarendon Hotel as the first known establishment in Buffalo to hire waitresses and to serve chicken wings.
Icons: The Makers and Moments of Buffalo Sports will open in just six months and preparations are in full swing! Icons will be located in the newly refurbished premiere gallery space, located on our second level adjacent to Inside Tim Russert’s Office. The sports story is dear to local hearts. In 2010, our base of guests and friends doubled, drawn solely to our Museum by the Bills 50th Anniversary exhibition. Sports are more than entertainment- they teach children; bond friends and families; bring the community together; and create cherished memories. Our goal is for Icons to spark these memories and feelings of nostalgia. Buffalo’s own Hadley Exhibits has been producing high quality exhibits for museums, trades shows, corporate facilities and visitor centers for over sixty years. Ted Johnson and his team of over eighty employees, with a wide variety of educations and backgrounds, will develop the Icons experience in their 180,000-square foot facility on Elmwood Avenue- just blocks away from our Museum. We have also contracted the leadership and experience of Cortina, a world-renowned company for the development of the highly engaging technology within Icons. We have full permission from the NHL, the NBA and the NFL to create our interactive exhibit components. A series of one-of-a-kind interactive experiences is planned: the community’s favorite sports makers and moments with incorporated film clips, and a test of broadcasting prowess in “You Call the Play,” which will mimic game broadcasters and feature game footage. Please save the date for our Members Opening Thursday, November 9!
4 Sunday Pan-Am Walking Tour, 1-2:30 pm Take a walking tour of the Pan-American grounds with one of our trained docents. See the fair in a new light. $10. Pre-registration required. A map with historic photos is included. 4 Sunday John J. Albright and the Making of Twentieth Century Buffalo, 1 pm Discussion and presentation by Melissa Brown and Mark Goldman. 6 Tuesday Toddler Story Time, 10 am Bring your little one to our monthly program. and spend some quality time at the Museum. We will read a book and do a related activity. Members free; museum admission. 7 Wednesday Community Gallery Opening, "On Our Plates," 5-7 pm Food Truck Rodeo, 5-8:30 pm Come hungry! The Museum once again hosts its popular rodeo of local food trucks. The Museum will be open and we will have familyfriendly activities, music, and more. Free museum admission. 10 Saturday Secrets from the Stacks, any time between 10 am-12 pm Celebrate the opening weekend of the New York State Arts and Crafts Alliance. Secrets of the Stacks is a one-morning pop-up display of thematic pictures, books, manuscripts, or other items from the Library collection that you can actually sit down with and handle. Free with museum admission. 16 M&T Third Friday 1-3 pm - Free - Docent Led Tours of both Buildings 3-4:30 pm - Free - Kids Activities Party on the Portico featuring "Vitamin D," 5:30-8:30 pm The happiest Happy Hour in Buffalo. Enjoy a cash bar, light snacks, live music, and free Museum mini-tours. Members $5, General Public $10. 17 Saturday Library Donation Day, 10 am-12 pm Do you have memorabilia about LGBT life in Buffalo & Western New York that you would like to donate? If so, please bring letters, diaries, photos, clippings, wedding pictures, flyers, videotapes, etc, to the Research Library where they will be reviewed for possible acquisition. 17 Saturday - 18 Sunday Path Through History A statewide roadmap that ties historically and culturally significant sites, locations and events throughout the Empire State. WWI exhibit tour 1 pm. Free museum admission. 21 Wednesday Lecture: The Erie Canal Debate, 6 pm The Erie Canal debate will feature North District Councilman Joe Golombek as Peter Porter; Fillmore District Councilman David Franczyk as Samuel Wilkeson; Comptroller Mark Schroeder as DeWitt Clinton. The debate concerns whether the Village of Black Rock or the Village of Buffalo would be selected as the western terminus of the Erie Canal in 1816. Members free; museum admission.
Pan-American Exposition happen. The trolley stops at the PanAmerican Brewery in the Hotel Lafayette for lunch (included). Then head over to TBHM Resource Center to tour “Spirit of the City,” an exhibit of the 1901 Pan-Am Expo. Concluding with a tour of the Pan-Am grounds. Members $60; General $69. To reserve please visit www.forest-lawn.com or call 716-332-2233. 26 Monday Slow Roll Buffalo @ The Museum, 5:30 pm-9 pm The Museum is hosting Slow Roll, a group bicycle ride that meets every Monday night throughout the summer in Buffalo. Visit www. slowrollbuffalo.org for information and free registration.
2 Sunday Pan-Am Walking Tour, 1-2:30 pm Take a walking tour of the Pan-American grounds with one of our trained docents. See the fair in a new light. $10. Pre-registration required. A map with historic photos is included. 5 Wednesday Food Truck Rodeo, 5-8:30 pm Come hungry! The Museum once again hosts its popular rodeo of local food trucks. The Museum will be open and we will have familyfriendly activities, music, and more. Free museum admission. 21 M&T Third Friday 1-3 pm - Free - Docent Led Tours of both Buildings 3-4:30 pm - Free - Kids Activities Party on the Portico featuring "The Tim Britt Band," 5:30-8:30 pm The happiest Happy Hour in Buffalo. Enjoy a cash bar, light snacks, live music, and free Museum mini-tours. Members $5, General Public $10. 22 Saturday Pan-American Trolley Tour, 10 am-3 pm The tour begins at Forest Lawn, where you will visit the final resting places of many of the movers and shakers who made the Pan-American Exposition happen. The trolley stops at the PanAmerican Brewery in the Hotel Lafayette for lunch (included). Then head over to TBHM Resource Center to tour “Spirit of the City,” an exhibit of the 1901 Pan-Am Expo. Concluding with a tour of the Pan-Am grounds. Members $60; General $69. To reserve please visit www.forest-lawn.com or call 716-332-2233. 30 Sunday Antique and Classic Car Show, Noon-3 pm FREE. Antique and classic cars, raffles, live music. See website for car registration details, buffalohistory.org
Every Monday • 12-4pm June 12-August 28 • Drop by!
1 Tuesday Toddler Story Time, 10 am Bring your little one to our monthly program. and spend some quality time at the Museum. We will read a book and do a related activity. Members free; museum admission. 2 Wednesday Food Truck Rodeo, 5-8:30 pm Come hungry! The museum once again hosts its popular rodeo of local food trucks. The museum will be open and we will have familyfriendly activities, music, and more. Free museum admission. 6 Sunday Pan-Am Walking Tour, 1-2:30 pm Take a walking tour of the Pan-American grounds with one of our trained docents. See the fair in a new light. $10. Pre-registration required. A map with historic photos is included. 18 M&T Third Friday 1-3 pm - Free - Docent Led Tours of both Buildings 3-4:30 pm - Free - Kids Activities Party on the Portico featuring "Robert "Freightrain" Parker" 5:30-8:30 pm The happiest Happy Hour in Buffalo. Enjoy a cash bar, light snacks, live music, and free Museum mini-tours. Members $5, General Public $10. (Final party of the season in September) 19 Saturday Pan-American Trolley Tour, 10 am-3 pm The tour begins at Forest Lawn, where you will visit the final resting places of many of the movers and shakers who made the Pan-American Exposition happen. The trolley stops at the PanAmerican Brewery in the Hotel Lafayette for lunch (included). Then head over to TBHM Resource Center to tour “Spirit of the City,” an exhibit of the 1901 Pan-Am Expo. Concluding with a tour of the Pan-Am grounds. Members $60; General $69. To reserve please visit www.forest-lawn.com or call 716-332-2233.
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