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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site and the Erie Canal

hat do chicken wings, WTheodore Roosevelt, Cheerios, and the Erie Canal have in common? Explore New York’s second largest city and you’ll quickly find out. Visit the site Start your trip here q where Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of office, then head to the heart of the city transformed Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Canalside by the Erie Canal in 1825. When National Historic Site 44 Prime Street the canal opened, Buffalo became 641 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY 14202 the hub of transportation, immi- Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 574-1537 gration, and commerce. Today, a (716) 884-0095 www.canalsidebuffalo.com renaissance taking place at www.TRSite.org; www.nps.gov/thri Canalside, Buffalo’s historic canal Head to the waterfront for history, district, is making the waterfront Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds fun, and great recreation. The historic one of western New York’s most and emotions surrounding the pivotal western terminus of the Erie Canal vibrant places to explore and moment in our nation’s history when has become the centerpiece of enjoy. Choose from boating, in 1901 Theodore Roosevelt took the waterfront revitalization in Buffalo. cycling, and hiking options to add oath of office to become president of Stroll the site to see restored elements active adventure to your journey. the United States. As governor of New of the original Erie Canal Harbor, York, T.R. championed modernization including Commercial Slip, the historic of the state’s waterways, leading to connection between the Erie Canal the canal system that we use today. and the Great Lakes, and the wooden As president, he pushed for construc- plank Central Wharf. Events, festivals, tion of the Panama Canal between and boat tours are on tap throughout the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. the summer season, while The Ice at Discover how the enduring legacy of Canalside offers skating, ice biking, How far? Canalside is just two one of America’s greatest presidents hockey and curling in winter. miles from Theodore Roosevelt affects our lives today. Note that visits Inaugural NHS. Consult your are by guided tour only. Reservations preferred map or map program for recommended, available online at directions. TRSite.org. Check the website or call for tour times. If you are traveling with kids, be sure to pick up a Junior Ranger activity book. WESTERN ERIE REGION Go Where the Buffalonians Roam

Get Active! q Best Bet

Choose from these great options for Dining Options q active recreation in this area: Buffalo has lots of dining options. From Cycle the Erie Canalway Trail Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural NHS, you can walk to Buffalo’s famous Anchor The western end of the 365-mile trail Bar, home of the original Buffalo across New York begins in downtown chicken wing, or to the historic Buffalo at Canalside (near the Naval & Allentown neighborhood, where you’ll Military Park Museum). The route find unique shops and restaurants. follows the Niagara River, with scenic Bring a picnic or choose from several views and park facilities, including casual eateries at Canalside. picnic tables and rest rooms at Riverside Park, about five miles from Canalside. For a longer ride, cycle 13 miles to Explore More q Tonawanda, where today’s Erie Canal connects with the Niagara River. Buffalo Zoo 300 Parkside Avenue Paddle the Inner Harbor and Buffalo, NY 14214 Buffalo River (716) 837-3900 Launch your kayak, canoe, or standup www.buffalozoo.org paddle board at Canalside and paddle Great for kids. The zoo includes an through “elevator alley,” where Erie Canal exhibit with heritage breeds Buffalo’s giant historic grain elevators of domestic farm animals of the line the Buffalo River. Nowhere else 1800s including, of course, a mule. will you get this unique perspective on Buffalo’s history as one of the nation’s Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin busiest ports during the 1800s and TOURISM INFORMATION 1900s. Rentals are available at: Martin House Complex 143 Jewett Parkway www.visitbuffaloniagara.com • BFLO Harbor Kayak: Buffalo, New York 14214 http://bfloharborkayak.com www.niagara-usa.com (716) 856-3858 • Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper— www.darwinmartinhouse.org Weekend bike, hike and paddle Find other adventures in Considered one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s tours: http://bnriverkeeper.org the Erie Canalway National finest architectural achievements, this Heritage Corridor at Take a Cruise unique residential complex was built between 1903-05 for Buffalo business- www.eriecanalway.org Get on the water for a narrated tour: man Darwin D. Martin. Restored • Buffalo River History Tours: and open for tours. Reservations http://buffaloriverhistorytours. recommended. com • Queen City Bike Ferry: www.queencityferry.com Preservation Buffalo-Niagara • Spirit of Buffalo: 716-852-3300 www.spiritofbuffalo.com www.preservationbuffaloniagara.org • Buffalo Harbor Cruises: Offers regular tours of Queen City www.buffaloharborcruises.com architectural gems and neighborhoods throughout the city. • moondanceCat: This brochure was funded with support from www.moondancecat.com Market NY through I LOVE NY, New York State’s Division of Tourism, as a part of the State’s Regional Economic Development Council awards.