Events in Niagara Falls >> May 2010

The Niagara region offers events and festivals for the whole family to enjoy throughout the year. From golf tournaments, to the arts, to carnivals and fairs, there is something for everyone to take part in. Niagara Falls events celebrate the history, beauty, and culture the Niagara area has to offer.

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May 2010

Mar 15th, 2010 - Jul 31st, 2010

“Journey to the North: New York’s Freedom Trail”

Special exhibit. The exhibit uses the story of one fictitious character to convey the real events experienced by many freedom seekers (escaped slaves) during their journey to freedom. Much of the narrative is told from the point of view of Sarah, a fifteen-year-old, fictional escaped slave.

North Tonawanda History Museum
54 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554

Apr 30th, 2010 - Jun 6th, 2010

The NACC Main Gallery

Featuring "Western New York Watercolor Artists: The Colors of Spring"

1201 Pine Avenue Niagara Falls, NY
www.thenacc.org

May 1st, 2010

Murder Plays a Sour Note Murder Mystery Dinner

7pm Get all dolled up, catch the caper, and bag the prize at the speakeasy cocktail party. $35 per dame or boss.

7171E Lake Rd. Appleton
www.marjimmanor.com

May 7th, 2010

Smelt Festival

Live entertainment and food. Restaurants in town also offer their own versions of smelt during the week of the festival.

Lewiston waterfront
(716) 754-9500. www.northofthefalls.com

May 7th, 2010 - May 9th, 2010

Wine Trail Blossoms (Mother’s Day)

Travel to each winery to taste wine and collect a different potted herb plant. Tickets good for all three days and includes a wine tasting at each winery, a commemorative wine glass from your starting winery and a potted herb at each winery on the trail. $30/person or $50/couple pre-sale online; 35/person or $60/couple at the door.

www.NiagaraWineTrail.org

May 8th, 2010

"Key to the Locks"

11AM: Officially celebrates the beginning of the summer navigation season. 716.439.0431

Erie Canal Discovery Center
24 Church St. Lockport, NY
http://www.niagarahistory.org/ (716) 439-0431

May 9th, 2010

Mother's Day Event

12-4pm. Make a gift for Mom, give her a ride on the carousel, and enjoy the entertainment.

180 Thompson St. North Tonawanda, NY
www.CarrouselMuseum.org

May 10th, 2010

“North Star Shining: New York State's Freedom Trail

7 p.m. An Illustrated Journey Along the Underground Railroad,” presented by Dr. Milton C. Sernett. New York State, and especially upstate's old "burned-over" district, was fertile soil for the flowering of abolitionism. This illustrated talk places the story of the Underground Railroad in the context of the religious and reform movements of the pre-Civil War period, including endeavors such as the temperance crusade and the women's rights campaign.

North Tonawanda History Museum
54 Webster Street North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 213-0554

May 22nd, 2010

Lewis's Ghost Hunt

7-11pm Celebrate our Ghost Lewis's Birthday. Featuring the Buffalo Paranormal Investigators. A ghost hunt, bonfire, wine tasting, and snacks provided. $25/person.

7171E Lake Rd. Appleton
www.marjimmanor.com

May 23rd, 2010

Kickoff to Summer Wine & Food Pairing

1-3pm Learn to use local foods grown this summer to make your favorite meals. Pair them with local wine for a complete locavore meal. Spice up your burgers three different ways to make the traditional burger so much more, accompanied with two appetizers and dessert. $30 per person or take 3 of our 4 winter wine and food pairing classes for $80.

7171E Lake Rd. Appleton, NY
www.marjimmanor.com

May 29th, 2010 - May 30th, 2010

Soldiers through the Ages

The story of Fort Niagara's occupation from the colonial era through World War Two is told through special exhibits and demonstrations. 200 years of uniforms, weapons, tentage and transport. Comparative tactical demonstrations span the centuries from muskets to machine guns.

Old Fort Niagara 2 Scott Ave Youngstown, NY 14174
(716) 745-7611 www.OldFortNiagara.org

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