A must-see for American history buffs. Excellent interpretive exhibits that bring the period 1825…read moreto 1950 to life. Proximity to the "Flight of Five" historic and working modern locks makes it even better. So what made America great in the 19th century? A bold government funded infrastructure project, lots of immigrant labor, and a shared vision for the future.

The locks of Erie Canal and also the name sack of the town ", Lockport. The locks are open for self…read moreguided tours. With the visitor panels, you begin to understand the importance of the canal and it's construction. There's also a canal boat on display. My advice is to wear hiking shoes because of all the steps and to walk along the canal.

I stopped by the Erie Canal Discovery Center yesterday while I was in the Buffalo area. The site is…read morepart of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and is a fun little museum. The highlight of the center is the simulator, which begins with the audience sitting on benches listening to an actor portraying the architect behind the Flight of Five locks. He describes the canal construction process and the unique features of the Lockport portion of the canal before the screen partially retracts, leading the actor to beckon the visitors onto a mock-up of a packet boat. Once aboard, the screen closes again and a new video features one a canal worker describing the working of a lock as the video gives the impression of the boat rising. As the lock doors open, doors open in front of the boat so that visitors may step off and enter the exhibit space. Most of the exhibits are interactive, with buttons for children to push and little quizzes based on canal knowledge. There are some photographs of the canal under construction as well as a framed certificate from the Canal Collector's Office. The third floor houses the Charles Rand Penney Collection of historic Niagara County artifacts, which will be of great interest to those who enjoy local history. It is the one spot not designed primarily for children, but older children should be able to find some interest in the artifacts. After going through the museum, one can take a self-guided walking tour around Lockport by following Riley's Way: a map located in the discovery center. It's a fun place to have a day trip and a must-visit for those collection National Parks cancellation stamps.

Black and blue restaurant went there with my two sons got there around six left there a couple…read morehours later most of the wait time was waiting for waiters to acknowledge us. The food I had surf and turf. The lobster was slightly undercooked. The steak was like eating a brick, my two sons also had steaks and my one son his steak was like a brick. My other son had surf and turf. His lobster was overcooked the wait time between getting the appetizers and ordering the food was short and getting the food was almost an hour and half i motion to a waiter And they ignored you the whole time we ate the dinner nobody bothered to ever come by and see how the dinner was or how it tasted. I guess they knew they did a crappy job my total bill was $425.00 with tip I would never go back there again. This was my second time I would never go back there even if they offered free food they kept giving my order to one or anther of my sons they couldn't keep straight the orders and who ordered what The macaroni and cheese came out rice and cheese. The crème brûlée was straight out of the refrigerator. They did melt the crust on the top of the sugar top. My review would be find another place. Any other place I

Huge! We did 2 sections:…read more1. European household goods. Educational. Relaxing. 2. Dinosaurs. A massive exhibit. The best I have ever seen. $68.93 CAD for admission for 2. $9.60 CAD for coffee and hot chocolate.

Such an amazing museum always love to go back when they have mew exhibitions. From dinosaurs to…read moreancient Egypt they cover many fun and interesting historical timelines definitely recommend.

Loved it! Very interesting entertainment. You will be intrigued. My whole family Loved it!…read moreDefinitely entertaining for adults and kids. A lot to interact with and read. We got the three package deal. That included Tussaund museum and the selfie museum. Every thing was worth it.

I was AWESOME ,AMAZING..It was nice seeing the wax museum of celebrities. Fun to walk around. I…read morewould go again..

Fun time with the kids. Seeing Santa and being on the train. Golden ticket and Hot Chocolate made…read morethe day

Amazing model train layout! Biggest in Nee York and it is just mind blowing. I could spend the…read moreafternoon just looking at that. The artifacts all around are fun. There is so much to look at. If you like trains you should see this place.

Kenan Ivory Waycool!…read more I can't say enough about the Kenan Center! What a ginormous house! You could live in it, its' so big! For those of you not "in the know" like me, there's the big house, a giant metal building with ice skating and soccar and Craftsmen and quilts sometime, a daycare center, a garden, AND a cool theatre! It's in what used to be a carrage house, but now its a theater. Why do they have to have a special house just for carrages? Are babies really that special? Maybe, but a brick house just for them is a little rediculous. Maybe its' just me. Or is it you to? Anyways, it's' a cool theatr.

My appointment was at 2:40pm and I was back in my car by 2:45 pm! The Workers and Volunteers were…read moreawesome and ran the process of Covid-19 vaccinations like a well oiled machine! They even had Red Pom-Poms to direct you to rhe seats and out the door! Thank you everyone for this process in these trying times! Be safe!

We had an excellent visit. 1. Paul McCartneys photos from…read more1963-64. A must for this Beatles fan. 2. Canadian modern art. Stretches the brain. 3. Henry Moore sculpture garden. $60 CAD for admission for 2 $8 coat check for 2 $13.95 for coffee and pastry

I love interesting art galleries. Visited Art Gallery of Ontario to squander a few hours while…read morevisiting Toronto. Nice day (it was raining) to spend inside and look at pretty sculptures. I absolutely loved the price point of the gallery and I loved that my ticket would last from opening until closing and that I would be able to leave and come back on that one ticket. Other galleries need to take heed to this. Really a self-guided tour through all exhibits with little interruptions from staff. Thoroughly enjoyed the Kusama exhibit, just wish I was able to stay inside longer than one minute (especially on a day like when I visited and the gallery was not exactly crowded). Enjoyed the exhibits outside as well and will definitely be back to see any new installations that may come.

For a solid year, I wanted to go to a first Friday at the AKG. I didn't want to be there one to…read moreattempt Buffalo driving (we circled around to parallel park at 430) and needed someone to echo my musings. Well, I finally made it! We went through check in, where you had to fork over a suggested donation (instead of the usual 22 dollars). They take card, though we gave cash, which seemed like an easier way to exercise the discount. They offered an extra paid section to opt into for an extra 8 dollar charge that we turned down, taking our tiny tags. They're dinky and reusable and gotta attach somewhere to your person. She had also given me a wristband for the strap of Duckles, which had to be checked by a second girl who warned me that I could not wear my knapsack on my back. Could make it a tummy sack or an elbow purse to avoid bumping things, which is how I ended up cradling a stuffed duck around the museum. We hadn't nabbed a map and thought we could wing it. There are qr codes scattered about for info beyond the placards and finding where you have landed. We lucked out and scored a paper map abandoned on one of the numerous benches (there's also chairs and pull out chairs hanging for your resting pleasure) that we attempted to read. My directionally challenged self asked one of the security to send us off to the bridge, given two choices of route. We dodged the scenic way for a temporary outdoor escape, passing more art. Popping back inside we absorbed even more subsets of time and genre, respecting drawn boundaries and only touching things that said we could. There were things that touched us, our souls, that we could take photos of. There were also bizarre things and a bit of nudity. It's all art, including the special presentations and live music and everyday artists sketching in the hall. There was an interactive exhibit in the main that we skipped in the name of rumbling tummies, though we didn't try the cafe. Also avoided the gift shop, cutting out as the crowd began to swell around 6. The place was impeccably clean despite the abundance of windows and smudge worthy doors. It was worth coming out, though I'm unsure how often the exhibits rotate. Come see an authentic famous few and many more that'll have you saying the Albright is pretty *alright*.

The Buffalo AKG Art Museum is our local pride, and requires no advertising or persuasion to visit…read more Believe me, it's a fantastic destination. It's a beautiful space with a nice collection of fine arts. There is a new, three-story extension, a whole new building actually. So, be sure to have plenty of time to explore everything. Their website is very informative and easy to navigate. Check out the current special events and exhibitions. Currently, among others, on display is the "One with Eternity" by Yayoi Kusama, which includes her two Infinity Mirror Rooms and "Pumpkin", a giant orange pumpkin in an orange room covered with black dots. Tickets for this exhibition must be purchased separately and are valid for specific time slots. If there is a big crowd that day, wait a little and don't come from the beginning of your time slot (or figure this out by yourself). We had to leave and come back after a ridiculous experience. Waiting twenty minutes in line to see the actual installation for forty five seconds!? It was very confusing, and I believe there must be a different way to actually enjoy Kusama's work. We came back to see the second room with no wait, but still, with the forty five seconds rule. Ugh... Yes, let's loop if this is the only way which works. Don't forget, the general museum admission is free on the first Friday of the month, and I like that price.

First time here. I just spent a mind-blowing evening at the Museum of Illusions! From the vortex…read moretunnel to the gravity-defying room, each room I went in... was more mesmerizing than the last. The staff were friendly and respectful. They told us that each room has a descriptive sign which offers insights about the illusions. Also, I loved how interactive everything was because it made for a super engaging experience for my partner and I. So whether you are a kid or just a kid-at-heart (like myself), this museum is an absolute must-see. All I can write is.... be prepared to have your brain twisted and your senses fooled! Lol. Will I return? Absolutely! I need to revisit some of those mind bending displays.

Had a wonderful time. It's a quick visit and great for kids! I would recommend a week day visit.read more