Our Museum in Action
From the President’s Desk…
On December 22, 2025, we were proud to sign a new five-year lease agreement with Jackal Holdings of Buffalo LLC. We are very fortunate to continue our rewarding relationship with the Kubiniec family and to remain in their landmark building at 436 Amherst Street through 2030. We invite you to stop by the museum, visit our exhibits, and share your stories with us.
After a brief weather-related delay, our annual election of Officers and Board Members was held at the January 27 meeting of the Board of Directors. John Dracup was reelected to a two-year term as BRHS Treasurer. Aung Hlaing and Mark Houghton were reelected to three-year terms as Board Members, and David Calgiuri was elected as a new member of the Board. Congratulations to all and thank you for your service to the BRHS and our community.
As a reminder, all dues-paying members of the Black Rock Historical Society are eligible to serve on our Board of Directors. If you love history and would like to share your talents, we encourage you to consider joining us.
Bill Butler
Board President
Upcoming Events
New Acquisitions
Ceramic Pig Shelf
This ceramic pig shelf (6″ X 8.25″) belonged to Spars European Meats and Sausage at 405 Amherst St. This popular market closed in 2025.
Donated by Tony Vining
Advertisement Thermometer
This advertisement thermometer with a fishing scene (5″ X 4″) came from Pastime Restaurant, 113 Amherst St., the proprietors were Stan and Jane Frankowski.
Donated by Deborah Chapman
Historic Photos
1. Interior of Fay’s Prescription Pharmacy at 815 Tonawanda St. on sit of current Rite Aid. From left to right:: Nick Fiorella, Louis Fiorella and Morris Creisdorf., c.1940.
2. H.W. Alt Meat Market at 791 Tonawanda St. on the current site of Rite Aid. Notice School #60 in background on right. Photo from Richard Mack Collection. Date unknown.
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The Farms of Riverside
