Visiting the Center
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Visiting
| The Buffalo Religious Arts Center |
Architectural Tours
- Come see the beautiful Romanesque St. Francis Xavier
Church as it undergoes its transformation into Xavier Hall, the
new home of the Buffalo Religious Arts Center. Learn the
history of this uniquely American bascillica-styled landmark of
Black Rock, and see the growing collection of the Religious
Arts Center, including items from St. Mary's of Sorrows, Queen
of Peace, Temple Beth El, and icons from the Russian
Orthodox Church.
When: Starting January 2010
Where: The Buffalo Religious Arts Center
Cost: $10 - members receive their first tour free.
More Information: Call 481-2350
Immigrants & Laureates:
The Artistic Heritage of Black Rock
- The neighborhood of Black Rock holds an astoundingly rich art
and architectural history, from the magnificent former Saint
Francis Xavier Church, to the art deco home of Poet Laureate
Robert Creeley and historic storefronts on Niagara Street.
Explore this neighborhood in part outdoor walking tour, part
tour of the new Religious Arts Center, that celebrates the
religious art of Buffalo's immigrant and faithful.
When: June 6th, July 4th, August 1st, September 5th and October 3rd, at 10:00AM
Where: Meet at Amherst and Niagara Streets
Cost: $10
More Information: Call 716.852.3300 or visit Buffalo Tours.
Christmas Special:
Splendours in Stained Glass Bus Tour
Our holiday bus tour of churches takes you to St. Francis Xavier
Church, Trinity Episcopal, Saint Ann's Church and Shrine, and
Corpus Christi. See windows by Tiffany, LaFarge, Zettler and
Meyer - one of the best collections of stained glass artists in
the world. The five hour tour includes transportation, entry into
each church, admission to the Buffalo Religious Arts Center,
lunch at Chef's, and a special organ recital at Xavier Hall.
Reservations are Required.
When: December 5th, 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Meet the bus at St. Andrews Church at Elmwood and
Sheridan Drive.
Cost: $50
More Information: Call 716.852.3300 or visit Buffalo Tours.
Directions
- The Buffalo Religious Arts Center is located in Xavier Hall, the
former Saint Francis Xavier Church.
Conveniently located off the 190 expressway in Black Rock,
Xavier Hall is at the corner of East and Amherst Streets.
Directions from Niagara Falls, Grand Island, and the north
towns:
From the 190 South, exit at Ontario Street.
Make a right on Niagara Street at the light
Make a left on Amherst Street
Make the second left, on East Street
The Church is immediately on the right
Directions from Downtown Buffalo, Hamburg, and the south
towns:
From the 190 North, take Exit 12 at Amherst Street
Go straight through the light
Make the second left, on East Street
The Church is immediately on the right
