Free Museums in Fort Erie

"Enter the fascinating world of science at the Buffalo Museum of Science that is full of interesting and educative exhibits. The displays range from space to bugs and many other interactive corners where you can do some discovery of your own. Just as much fun for adults as it is for kids, this museum is full of exciting showcases that force you to reconsider the way you look at the world."

"Some of the greatest mysteries of the world have been solved through science. Questions like why objects fall and stay on the ground or how fire is possible have been answered thanks to people putting their minds to work. At the Buffalo Museum of Science, you can be astonished by just how much importance science has had on our world."

"With a host of insightful exhibits and programs, this museum is, no doubt, one of the can’t-miss places to take kids in Buffalo, New York."

"The Albright-Knox Art Gallery has been collecting and exhibiting art since that iconic year. The collections have included pieces from the most transcendent artists, like van Gogh, Monet, Frida Kahlo, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Picasso. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday."

"Situated on Clifton Hill since 1963, Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum still upholds its reputation of being the best museum in Niagara Falls. With its strange and incredible customs, artifacts and diverse hobbies, the museum houses Robert Ripley's exclusive collection of world curiosities. It features more than 700 exhibited items."

"Why You Should Go: Strike a pose with the world’s tallest Man and even see a Tibetan Skull. With 10,000 Square Ft. of oddities, Niagara Falls Odditorium is the best place to experience the bizarre and explore the mysterious!. When: Opens in Stage 3 (End of July)"

"This area has been designated as one of national significance. Within the heritage area is the historical town, known as the Queen-Picton District. Within the Queen-Picton district, you will find an array of shops and historic houses in a scenic environment."

"Any rock fan worth his/her salt that apart from the legacy the musicians left behind, there is no real museum as such that’s solely dedicated to the pioneers of this beloved genre. The brains behind the Rock Legends Wax Museum sure took a good stab at it- and succeeded, mind you!. If you like rock music, don’t even stop to think twice and just head to the Rock Legends Wax Museum and ...Read more"

"Rock Legend Wax Museum features a great display of over 60 musical icons from the 20th and 21st centuries. They are famous rock musicians, originally sculpted by Niagara Falls artist Pasquale Ramunno. Tour the museum and you will have a great view of your favorite rock stars, all true-to-life and perfect as they should be."

"Don’t judge a book by its cover, which should be the motto of this museum. Look beyond the waxy veneer, the often attributed creepiness, and consider a great opportunity to learn history from a more personal perspective. While the wax figures will always look slightly ‘off’ from a typical human point of view, the history that compliments it makes for a vibrant experience."

"Housed in a former church, the Buffalo Religious art Center is dedicated towards preserving religious art from churches that have been forced to shut down. It was formed in 2008 with this sole mission in mind. The St Francis Xavier church is where this institution is located and it is fascinating to see the building so beautifully preserved."

"The Buffalo Religious Arts Center was established to collect and preserve fine art from the many houses of worship that have closed their doors in the Western New York area."

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"Big Orbit Gallery is an artist-run, not-for-profit cultural center dedicated to multidisciplinary explorations of contemporary art issues, with a focus on Western New York art. With exhibitions ranging from painting to architectural installations to live sound sculpture, Big Orbit Gallery extends Buffalo’s legacy of cultural innovation."

"Blackburn Brewhouse is one of Niagara region’s newest craft breweries, opening its doors in June, 2020. Located a short drive from Niagara Falls, Blackburn Brewhouse gets its name from the nearby Blackburn Parkway. One of the craft brewery’s co-founders George Hantziagelis shared, “Three local owners from varying industries recognized a gap in what they would look for in the craft brewing industry."

"Renowned for its fabulous beer and savory grub, this popular bar's the place to grab a bite of some of the city's famous fare. Try the sampler platter, which features chicken wings, seasoned to your liking, and a mini beef on weck, or order the full-sized sandwich, stuffed with slow-roasted beef that's been soaked in ale. In addition to several house brews, there's a wide selection of beer on tap that might include Guinness, Stella Artois, Newcastle and Sam Adams."

"Co-founders Greg Gnys and Joe Sartor dreamed up a brewery concept based on a fusion of two ideas that ended up coming together in a rather serendipitous way. Counterpart Brewing’s Hospitality Manager Eric Klein shared, “Greg was moving home from Burnaby, British Columbia to fulfill his dream of opening a local community focused brewery in his home town of Niagara Falls while at the same time Joe was moving home from Vancouver to open up a restaurant of his own. After learning through family members who worked together in Niagara that not only were they moving home for similar purposes but at almost the exact same time a meeting was set."