As one of the largest towns in New York State, Cheektowaga is centrally located in Western New York.
Things to do in Cheektowaga
Buffalo Museum of Science
The Buffalo Museum of Science has exhibits about Egyptians, dinosaurs, insects, space and endangered species as well as a children's discovery room. Interactive exhibits allow visitors to experiment with science. The Kellogg Observatory offers sun shows in the summer. Call (716) 896-5200 for more information.
1020 Humboldt Pkwy., Buffalo, NY 14227
Cheektowaga Historical Museum
The Cheektowaga Historical Museum has several displays of significance to the Town, for example, an exhibit of artifacts from the estate of George Urban who owned a flour mill in Buffalo, NY. The house, though altered over the years, still stands on Pine Ridge Road. Dignitaries such as President Grover Cleveland and Mark Twain were entertained at the home. Call (716) 837-3900 for more information.
3329 Broadway Ave., Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Fort Erie Railroad Museum
Fort Erie Railroad Museum displays railroad memorabilia in a 1910 station. Visitors may enter the cab of a 1942 coal-fired steam locomotive. Call (905) 871-1412 for more information.
400 Central Ave., Fort Erie, ON 14227
Old Fort Erie
Originally built in 1764, the fort was damaged by flooding and ice in 1779 and destroyed by a storm in 1802. A second fort begun in 1804 was still incomplete when war broke out in 1812. While garrisoned by only 170 British in July 1814, it was captured by 4,500 Americans under Gen. Jacob Brown, who strengthened the fort, defended it against assault and later abandoned it. Restored in 1939, Old Fort Erie is an impressive structure with a dry ditch, drawbridge, bastions and guns typical of early 19th-century fortifications. It contains relics of the War of 1812 and equipment used by the British and American armies. Call (905) 871-0540 for more information.
350 Lake Shore Rd., Fort Erie, ON 14227
Tifft Nature Preserve
Tifft Nature Preserve encompasses 264 acres with nature trails, a wildflower garden and a 75-acre cattail marsh. Picnicking, fishing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are permitted. Call (716) 825-6397 for more information.
1200 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY 14227