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Producing Diversion and Hope: Kleinhans Music Hall During World War II

While thought of for its acoustic splendor today, Kleinhans Music Hall served as a multi-faceted beacon of morale during the dark days of the Second World War.

Endnotes: "Building" Morale: More Images of Kleinhans Music Hall

Stunning images of the hall's construction that we were unable to include in the print edition.

The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 20 Years Later

Twenty years ago, the former Niagara Falls High School was given new life as a regional center for the arts.

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William Street near Emslie

Remnants of a formerly bustling street still exist.

Philanthropist’s Legacy Celebrates 50 Years: A Gift to the Lockport Community That Became its Cultural Heart

William Rand Kenan Jr’s philanthropic gesture to Lockport has provided a cultural legacy for the region.

The Chez Ami: Home of the Revolving Bar

In the 1930s and 40s, "The Chez" was the place to go for a glamorous night out. Sandy Sease recalls the history of this iconic Buffalo restaurant, as only a family member can.

The Canisius College Passion Play: Epic Revival of a Theatrical Epic

The Passion Play staged by Canisius College in the early 20th century were on a scale the likes of which the city of Buffalo had never seen. Here we revisit these epic theatrical productions.

Endnotes: The Chautauqua Amphitheater Continues to Make Headlines

An update on the state of Chautauqua's beloved amphitheater.

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