WESTERN ERIE REGION Go Where the Buffalonians Roam

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

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Choose from these great options for active recreation in this area:

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