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SUMMARY:Women of the Pan Am Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with No Illusions Tours\, join us for a special walking tour celebrating the women who helped shape Buffalo’s World’s Fair. We will share stories of their efforts to create equal representation and diverse perspectives at the Fair\, and delve into the art and advertising they created to promote the Pan Am itself. You’ll also learn some of Forest Lawn’s direct connections to the Fair through beautiful elements in the cemetery you can still enjoy today!  \nTickets available through No Illusions website: https://www.noillusionstoursbuffalo.com/tour-descriptions
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/women-of-the-pan-am-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Tours,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T120000
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SUMMARY:Legends on the Lawn Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join our expert tour guides aboard our temperature-controlled trolley to explore the cemetery’s history\, natural landscape\, art and architecture\, and most importantly\, some of our most notable permanent residents. \nImportant Information\nTickets: There is no need to print your ticketing information; attendees will be checked in by name.\nCheck-in: Check-in takes place right inside Forest Lawn’s Delaware Gate (For driving directions use 1411 Delaware Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY 14209). Please arrive no sooner than 30 minutes prior to the tour start time.\nParking: There is plenty of parking directly to the left inside Delaware Gate. \nFood & Beverage: You may bring water in a fully sealed container\, but no food is allowed aboard the Trolley. \nPhotography & Video: You may take still photographs throughout the tour for your own personal use\, however\, video is prohibited. \nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled.\nInclement Weather Policy: If severe weather is forecasted\, we will monitor the conditions for the best chance of proceeding with the tour. Cancellations will be announced via email; make sure to check your spam folders.\nQuestions: Please call us at (716) 427-0727 or email Amizetta Haj\, Director of Community Engagement\, at ahaj@forest-lawn.com \n\nDue to the nature and length of the route\, this tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \nOur trolley tours are fully accessible and ADA compliant; to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aids on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please contact us by phone or email as indicated under “Questions.”
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/legends-on-the-lawn-trolley-tour-10/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours,Trolley Tours Delaware Gate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T160000
DTSTAMP:20250506T174151Z
CREATED:20240419T190250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T174151Z
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SUMMARY:The Famous Sunday in the Cemetery Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join our expert tour guides on this immersive\, theatrical walking tour to learn about the cemetery’s history\, art and architecture\, trees\, waterbodies\, wildlife\, and most importantly\, some of our permanent residents. You will even meet a few of them along the way! \nImportant Information\nAddress: Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY 14208\nTickets: There is no need to print your ticketing information; attendees will be checked in by name of ticket purchaser.\nCheck-in: Check-in takes place at Forest Lawn’s historic Chapel in the heart of the cemetery. Enter the cemetery at any gate and follow the white painted line on the road to the Chapel.\nParking: There is plenty of parking at the Chapel/check-in location. \nFor Your Comfort: This walk will be approximately 2 miles; we strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable outerwear/footwear as the route may include some wet/muddy and uneven terrain. \nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled.\nInclement Weather Policy: If severe weather is forecasted\, we will monitor the conditions for the best chance of proceeding with the tour. Cancellations will be announced via email; make sure to check your spam folders.\nQuestions: Please call us at (716) 427-0727 or email Amizetta Haj\, Director of Community Engagement\, at ahaj@forest-lawn.com. \n\nDue to the challenging nature of the route\, this tour may not be suitable for people with limited mobility or children under the age of 10.
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/the-famous-sunday-in-the-cemetery-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday in the Cemetery Walking,Tours,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T174151Z
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SUMMARY:Original 80 Acres of Forest Lawn Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join our expert tour guides to explore the original section of Forest Lawn that was purchased to create the cemetery in 1849 and learn about some of Buffalo’s earliest residents. \nImportant Information \nAddress: Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY 14208\nTickets: There is no need to print your ticketing information; attendees will be checked in by name of ticket purchaser.\nCheck-in: Check-in takes place at Forest Lawn’s historic Chapel in the heart of the cemetery. Enter the cemetery at any gate and follow the white painted line on the road to the Chapel.\nParking: There is plenty of parking at the Chapel/check-in location.\nFor Your Comfort: This walk will be approximately 1.5 miles; we strongly encourage attendees to wear suitable outerwear/footwear as the route may include some wet/muddy and uneven terrain.\nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled.\nInclement Weather Policy: If severe weather is forecasted\, we will monitor the conditions for the best chance of proceeding with the tour. Cancellations will be announced via email; make sure to check your spam folders.\nQuestions: Please call us at (716) 427-0727 or email Amizetta Haj\, Director of Community Engagement\, at ahaj@forest-lawn.com \nDue to the challenging nature of the route\, this tour may not be suitable for people with limited mobility or children under the age of 10.
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/original-80-acres-of-forest-lawn-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Original Residents Tour,Tours,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T110000
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SUMMARY:African American Ancestral Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Afro-American Historical Association of the Niagara Frontier\, join us aboard our temperature-controlled trolley for stories of notable African Americans resting inside our gates. Hear about their local and national contributions and achievements; you will even meet a few of them along the way! \nImportant Information\nTickets: You do not need to print any ticketing information; attendees will be checked in by name of ticket purchaser. \nCheck-in: Check-in takes place at the Margaret L. Wendt Center located at 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY 14208. Please enter the cemetery off Main Street\, across from Jefferson Avenue. If you need to enter Forest Lawn at the Main Street Gate or Delaware Avenue Gate\, just follow the blue line on the road which will take you to the Wendt Center. Please arrive no sooner than 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. \nParking: There is plenty of parking in front and to the right of the Wendt Center. \nFood & Beverage: You may bring water in a fully sealed container\, but no food is allowed aboard the Trolley. \nPhotography & Video: You may take still photographs throughout the tour for your own personal use\, however\, video is prohibited. \nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled. \nInclement Weather Policy: If severe weather is forecasted\, we will monitor the conditions for the best chance of proceeding with the tour. Cancellations will be announced via email; make sure to check your spam folders. \nQuestions: Please call us at (716) 427-0727 or email Amizetta Haj\, Director of Community Engagement\, at ahaj@forest-lawn.com \n\nDue to the nature and length of the route\, this tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10. \nOur trolley tours are fully accessible and ADA compliant; to accommodate a wheelchair or other mobility aids on the trolley\, arrangements must be made in advance. Please contact us by phone or email as indicated under “Questions.”
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/african-american-ancestral-trolley-tour/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours,Trolley Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T123000
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CREATED:20240308T192459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T174151Z
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SUMMARY:Buffalo's Favorite Daughters at Forest Lawn
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with No Illusions Tours\, join us for a special walking tour through the beautiful park-like setting of the cemetery while hearing stories of some of Buffalo’s most prominent women. Learn about the Mother of Detective Fiction\, an early Civil Rights Activist\, Art Nouveau Artists\, the creator of America’s 1st Childcare Center\, the 1st Professional Female Architect in the U.S.\, and more! The ticket price includes a $5 donation to the Family Justice Center of Erie County and a small treat from a local bakery! \nTickets available through No Illusions website: https://www.noillusionstoursbuffalo.com/tour-descriptions
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/buffalos-favorite-daughters-at-forest-lawn/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Tours,Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T123000
DTSTAMP:20250506T155857Z
CREATED:20240111T202153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155857Z
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SUMMARY:Love You To Death Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:The idiom\, “love to death”\, means to care for someone or something very strongly. So\, what better place to celebrate love than a cemetery?! Join us aboard our temperature-controlled trolley as we explore the sensational stories of our permanent residents’ romance\, heartbreak\, neighborly love\, love of country and more! \nThis tour will meet at Forest Lawn’s historic Chapel\, where attendees will be able to grab a complimentary cup of hot cocoa for the trolley ride. \nImportant Information\nAddress: Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY 14208\nTickets: There is no need to print your e-tickets; attendees will be checked in by name.\nCheck-in: Check-in takes place at Forest Lawn’s historic Chapel in the heart of the cemetery. Enter the cemetery at any gate and follow the white painted line on the road to the Chapel.\nParking: There is plenty of parking at the Chapel/check-in location. \nFood & Beverage: You may bring water in a fully sealed container\, but no food is allowed aboard the Trolley. \nPhotography & Video: You may take still photographs throughout the tour for your own personal use\, however\, video is prohibited. \nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled.\nInclement Weather Policy: If severe weather is forecasted\, we will monitor the conditions for the best chance of proceeding with the tour. Cancellations will be announced via email; make sure to check your spam folders.\nQuestions: Please call us at (716) 427-0727 or email Amizetta Haj\, Director of Community Engagement\, at ahaj@forest-lawn.com.
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/love-you-to-death-trolley-tour2/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours,Trolley Tours Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T123000
DTSTAMP:20250506T155857Z
CREATED:20240111T202119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155857Z
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SUMMARY:Love You To Death Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION:The idiom\, “love to death”\, means to care for someone or something very strongly. So\, what better place to celebrate love than a cemetery?! Join us aboard our temperature-controlled trolley as we explore the sensational stories of our permanent residents’ romance\, heartbreak\, neighborly love\, love of country and more! \nThis tour will meet at Forest Lawn’s historic Chapel\, where attendees will be able to grab a complimentary cup of hot cocoa for the trolley ride. \nImportant Information\nAddress: Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY 14208\nTickets: There is no need to print your e-tickets; attendees will be checked in by name.\nCheck-in: Check-in takes place at Forest Lawn’s historic Chapel in the heart of the cemetery. Enter the cemetery at any gate and follow the white painted line on the road to the Chapel.\nParking: There is plenty of parking at the Chapel/check-in location. \nFood & Beverage: You may bring water in a fully sealed container\, but no food is allowed aboard the Trolley. \nPhotography & Video: You may take still photographs throughout the tour for your own personal use\, however\, video is prohibited. \nRefunds and exchanges: Ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds unless the tour is canceled.\nInclement Weather Policy: If severe weather is forecasted\, we will monitor the conditions for the best chance of proceeding with the tour. Cancellations will be announced via email; make sure to check your spam folders.\nQuestions: Please call us at (716) 427-0727 or email Amizetta Haj\, Director of Community Engagement\, at ahaj@forest-lawn.com.
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/love-you-to-death-trolley-tour/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours,Trolley Tours Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T120000
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CREATED:20231018T192750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T155509Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Adaptations and Forest Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate seasonal change with this outing\, in collaboration with Oakmoss Education\, where we will explore how the natural world prepares for the Winter ahead within Forest Lawn cemetery – from plants to birds to mammals. \n\nThis is a walking tour on generally even and flat terrain\, distance about 1.5 miles. The tour will run rain or shine so please dress accordingly; if weather is severe\, we will contact you regarding cancellation/rescheduling.\nCheck-in takes place at our historic Chapel; enter the cemetery at any gate and follow the white line on the roadway to the Chapel (off-road parking available).
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/winter-adaptations-and-forest-lawn-2/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Programs,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T140000
DTSTAMP:20250506T153438Z
CREATED:20230809T155151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T153438Z
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SUMMARY:All Souls Victorian Picnic & Tour
DESCRIPTION:No Illusions Tours\, Sobremesa Buffalo & Forest Lawn present this classic Victorian Era pastime.  You’ll stroll through the beautiful park-like setting that is Forest Lawn Cemetery while learning about Buffalo’s influential women at their gravesites.  You’ll hear our city’s history through the lives of some of its favorite daughters through a presentation curated by No Illusions Tours. Featured are women involved in the art and innovation of the Pan Am Expo\, and a woman who kept Buffalonians safe during the War of 1812\, as well as authors\, a pioneer of the NAACP\, the first professional female architect in the U.S. and the creator of the nation’s first childcare center.  The tour will end with a traditional 19th century picnic in the heart of Forest Lawn. Sobremesa will supply a typical picnic meal of the time to include: bread rolls with lettuces\, butter and grated ham (or cucumber sandwiches by request)\, sweet peach pickles\, oranges\, Black Cake (Emily Dickinson’s recipe)\, meringue kisses\, and lemonade. Proceeds will be split between all three organizations.  Tickets are very limited for this special one-time event! \nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/all-souls-victorian-picnic-tour/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T110000
DTSTAMP:20230720T183054Z
CREATED:20230720T182516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T183054Z
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SUMMARY:The Iroquois Way
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist\, Paul Fehringer\, as he talks about how the Haudenosaunee people used to live in Western New York. He will also share stories about the famous Native Americans that are buried in Forest Lawn.
URL:https://forest-lawn.com/event/the-iroquois-way/
LOCATION:Forest Lawn Cemetery\, 1990 Main St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art & Architecture Tours,Tours
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