Home to the Irish Classical Theatre Company and named after a prominent culturally-active local family, this spectacular performing arts complex in the Buffalo Theater District has already established itself as one of the best in Western New York. From its intimate seating (none of its 200 seats is more than 12 feet from the stage) to its unimpeded sight lines, from the perfect acoustics to its arena-style stage, the space has won the hearts of both locals and visitors.
The Hawk Creek Wildlife Center is normally not open to the public, but when it does, it's for one of its several events that take place yearly from April through October. This gift shop, however, is open year-round. See website for more information.
A tribute to the vision of Father Nelson H. Baker, this church was the second in the U.S. to receive a basilica designation in 1926. Located in Lackawanna, the basilica's copper-topped dome and twin bell towers can be seen for miles. The church was built reminiscent of the 15th-16th century Renaissance-style, featuring a French Baroque interior. There is a gift shop where you can buy books, crucifixes, mugs and Father Baker's most popular statue of Our Lady of Victory.