Buffalo Central Terminal

2007 Event Schedule
Dyngus Day on the East Side - April 9 2007, 4pm-11pm - By popular demand, Dyngus Day returns to the Central Terminal after nearly 20 years! Join us in celebrating Dyngus Day on the East Side. The Dyngus Day Parade starts at 4 and ends at Central Terminal around 5 (route to be determined). Tickets are now only $8 and get you into 3 Dyngus Day parties: at Buffalo Central Terminal, Mickey's (Adam Mickiewicz Library and Dramatic Circle) and St Stan's. More information to come.
10th Annual Spring Clean Up - April 28th, 9am to 1pm - Come and help us prepare the concourse and grounds for yet another busy summer season! Gloves, work attire recommended and tools are always welcome. Free food and drink will be available.
UB Senior Thesis Art Show - April 15
The Student Celebration of Visual Arts - May 19 & 20 - Join us for our 3rd year showcasing the art of students from across WNY. The Williamsville Art Teachers of the SCVA (Student Celebration of the Visual Arts) and the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation (CTRC) will be displaying student submissions of painting, sculpture, photography and mixed media. Food and beverages will be for sale.
Artists and Models - June 2 2007, 9pm-2am - Returning after a 3 year hiatus! Hallwalls will program approximately twenty installation artists who are asked to work within a chosen theme. One stage will showcase bands and DJs who will alternate throughout the night.
New York Wine and Cidre Festival - June 23 2007, 1-6pm - Come taste what local NY wineries have to offer at this wine tasting and farmers market. Food and market start at 1. Tickets are $20.
2nd Annual Classic and Custom Car Show - July 21 2007, 12pm-6pm - The CTRC and Lakeside Classic Cruisers in conjunction with the East Side Car Club are pleased to announce that they will be co-hosting the 2nd annual classic and custom car show at the Central Terminal. We hope this year will be rain free.
Buffalo Brewfest - August 25 2007, 1-6pm - Come spend the afternoon tasting beer from local brewerys, food, entertainment and more. Food starts at 1. http://buffalobrewfest.com/
Buffalo Central Terminal Second Annual Train Show - September 8 & 9, 10am-4pm - Interested vendors can print the contract by clicking here . Join us for the second annual train show. Adults:$5.00, Children (3-12): $2.00, Family:$10.00 (2 adults & 2 kids). Attractions include:
* Operating Train Layouts for all the family to enjoy.
* Craftsmans Corner, to learn new ways to improve your layout.
* Children's play area with Thomas the Tank.
* Door Prizes & Refreshments.
* Videos, DVDs, Books & Photographs that have any thing to do with Trains.
* Sale of Trains and their accessories for all size layouts & collectors.
Picnic on the Plaza V: Oktoberfest - September 22, 6pm-12am - Celebrate Autumn in traditional Munich style! Enjoy an evening of music in the concourse "beer garden" with Western New York's most in-demand German band, the Frankfurters! Choices of beer, food, soft drinks and merchandise will be available. Guests in costume get in for free!
Doors Open Niagara 2007 - October 13 & 14, 10-5 - Doors Open Niagara features towns and villages on both sides of the international boundary, opening heritage properties for all to see.
2nd Annual Variety Club Haunted Halloween Bash - October 27 2007, 6pm-12am
Members Only Tour - November 4 2007 - Special tour for Friends of Central Terminal, allowing people to see restricted areas of the building. Want to attend? Become a Member
Buffalo Tours 2007 Terminal tours - All tours start at 11 am and are approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours in length. Tours are run through Buffalo Tours. Please contact Buffalo Tours (716-852-3300) with any questions.
May 6th June 3rd July 8th August 19th October 14th
2007 CTRC Board Meeting Schedule - Public is welcome to attend all Board Meetings. TBD
History
The terminal was built by New York Central Railroad. Patrick Crowley, president of New York Central Railroad, elected architects Fellheimer & Wagner to design the terminal. Fellheimer & Wagner are also famous for designing the Cincinatti terminal.
Construction on the terminal began in 1927 and was completed in 1929. Buffalo Central Terminal opened on June 22, 1929. Grand opening included the Chamber of Commerce Gala, with 2,200 people attending. It was the largest event in Buffalo at that time. The terminal cost 14 million dollars to build.
Buffalo Central Terminal closed in 1979, and fell through the hands of various owners until the CTRC bought it for one dollar in 1997. Years of neglect and Buffalo weather took their toll on the building. Previous owners stripped the terminal of all ornamental detail that had been in the terminal. Light fixtures, iron railings, signs, the clock, etc were all removed from the terminal and sold during the 1980s. Previous owners even went so far as to pull plumbing and wires out of the walls to sell for scrap metal. Vandals contributed to the destruction as well by adding graffiti tags and breaking windows.
Buffalo Central Terminal is currently owned by the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation (CTRC). The CTRC purchased the building for one dollar in 1997 (and thus assumed the back taxes the previous owner owed the City of Buffalo). The CTRC is a non-profit organization that oversees the stabilization and restoration of the building.
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This myspace is maintained by Sara Etten, Secretary and Small Events Coordinator, CTRC Board of Directors.