I have been giving tours at Tri-Main for Explore Buffalo. Every time I visit I learn something new…read moreabout the history of the building and it's present clients. I highly recommend this site as another place to find out just how important Buffalo was and is to the United States. The Wolfe family deserves our gratitude for taking on the project of making it Buffalo's first large scale rehabilitation of a vacant industrial complex.

The Tri-Main building is a true Buffalo landmark, if not a national one! A historical spot. And…read moremuch more. Unrecognized as such, it deserves attention. I've driven past this large, factory-looking structure, since my childhood! I remember thinking this building looks a bit eerie, abandoned, sort of out of space in the middle of the city, right on Main Street. Never did I know till this week any of the following: The Tri Main Building in Buffalo, was originally built by Henry Ford's favorite architect. It was one of the first factories outside of Detroit where Ford would build his iconic cars. During WW2, Bell Aircraft used the building to develop the top secret P-59, American jet fighter. You can see this aircraft in the Smithsonian Museum in DC now! Although Bell's plant was just minutes down the road, the Tri Main offered some advantages for the discrete development of a new type of airplane. One, the multi story building was built with massive supports to carry the weight of Ford's auto manufacturing equipment- building an airplane would require such construction. Two, the site was far enough removed from the factory to avert attention and railroad tracks running adjacent to the building would make transporting goods in and out relatively easy while maintaining a low profile. In the event the Germans ever developed the ability to fly their bombers to the US, the roof was also disguised with small buildings to appear as though it was not a manufacturing facility. A side rail was constructed during the war adjacent to the building and holes busted out of the wall below grade where the main train tracks ran parallel to the building. From this discrete location, the P-59 was loaded onto a train parked beside the building in the middle of the night and secretly snuck out to California for flight testing. Some of the windows were painted over with black paint to keep prying eyes from seeing what was going on inside as well as the siderail that allowed the traincar to pull up close. Originally set-up on the second floor, the project apparently eventually enveloped the entire building. Most residents/tenants of the building today are likely unaware of its' past! The Buffalo Arts Studio is located on the 5th floor. A wonderful space for artists to work and teach art to the public. There are several other businesses and even an occupational school in this building today. Journeys End Refugee Services houses their main office here. Due to COVID-19 the office is operating remotely for now. This is certainly adaptive-reuse and mixed-use of a historical structure. Six floors and 575,000 total square feet! Huge! The lobby has some interesting art pieces. Generally a very nice industrial/art vibe. You can see the original floor has markings from long ago. Nearby is the People's Park, a small community garden/green space on Main near Jewett. In the past, several special events have been hosted at the Tri-Main Center like art shows, computer and gaming events. Mundo Images art and photography business is very cool and it's housed here. The LunchBox cafe and catering is also in operation weekdays. All worth checking out! Don't you love Buffalo? I do!

This past weekend, checked this building out for Doors Open Buffalo event, sponsered by Explore…read moreBuffalo. The building was refurbished and used to be a former auto parts shop. The concept is perfect for smaller starter companies, WFH individuals, or offices that are smaller; looking to host a meeting, theres two wellness rooms and even an open kitchen concept for everyones comfort. Thanks HASA to open your doors, for the community to check it out.

Hello, everybody!! I…read morework for big production companies on the entertainment business and often times we need office space when we shoot to different locations. I gotta tell you Hansa has everything thing you need. It feels just right, ample work space, a good printer, comfortable furniture and great staff. If you are shooting/ working near Buffalo and you need a quiet space. Come to Hansa they are great !!

It was the annual New Year's party for our running club. It is a large open space, so plenty of…read moreroom for the tables and chairs, buffet line, dessert table, dance floor and the DJ and his equipment. The appetizer table was a huge display of a variety of cubed cheeses, toast and crackers, olives, and some grapes and blueberries. The dinner buffet had a nice tossed salad, focaccia and butter, pasta in a cheesy red sauce, haricots vert, chicken in an artichoke and onion sauce with melted mozzarella cheese on top, and roast beef au jus with great horseradish!

I very often attend the Pist n Broke car show on the Wirlitzer grounds in the summer, but as I'd…read morenever really attended anything inside, I felt I was unequipped to give a review. This all changed on the 22nd of December because they hosted an incredible market there that day. The name of it escapes me, but it was a creepy Christmas extravaganza! Right up my alley. I had so much fun talking to and buying from the vendors and spent way too much on presents for loved ones. It was two floors, but the elevator was easily accessible, which is a nice touch for us disabled folks. The upstairs was just as lovely. The staff was incredibly helpful and didn't appear to hate their jobs, which counts for something. The smiled as I got my drink at the bar, they smiled when I was on the first floor and needed to throw something out, and they even smiled as I walked in. They all do a great job there, especially with the place so clean and decorated for the holidays. I had so much fun here. I shopped. I drank. Heck, I even sat with Krampus. Merry Creepmas. 5 stars

Cool place, and the staff is super friendly and helpful. They offer regular classes for various…read morewoodworking projects including bowl making and spindle turning. They have a ton of different types of wood (some that I've never seen before), all with clear labels and prices. If you need something cut down or planed, they can do it on-site for a small fee. In addition to the raw wood, if you're looking for a lovely wooden serving board, they have some very nice ones for sale. If you are sensitive to loud noises, you may want to bring earplugs or headphones, as the machines can be loud when they're running. (they have huge dust extraction hoses connected to everything so sawdust is not an issue, just the noise). Easy parking in a private lot.

This is a great lumber store. The owner is very helpful and the selection of hardwoods is fantasticread more

I'm a 5 yr resident…read more Economical, all amenities I want. Affordable, air conditioning, Wi-Fi. Manager John: kind, available. I love it here.

Lived at my apartment for 5 years, had no problem with John. John left and his successor, Autumn…read morewas TERRIBLE. She was unprofessional, cruel, and would rather participate in a months-long battle over sewage back up and an exposed pipe leaking material directly into the apartment as opposed to just fixing the plumbing problem. She personally texted me scathing insults about my living situation when the problems she was talking about were results of the poor plumbing conditions (which could have just been solved if she accepted the fact that the plumbing needed to be re-done). Had to get the Health Dept involved before finally giving up fighting her and just moving out.

Decent option for subs and pizza by the slice. Had a 12in assorted. It was good with a decent…read moreamount of meat for the price. Coworker had a slice of peperoni and the Tuesday taco special. Both looked good. Got busy after noon, glad we got there early.

I added this one because I think it is an important listing. This is the only convenient store…read moreright in the heart of downtown. They have everything that you could need to grab quick on the go that you'd expect from a convenient store. Plus they offer a ton of lunch or breakfast options including, coffee & donuts, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and yogurt; packaged hot food and pizza, some frozen foods, and even a small deli counter if you want to put something together yourself. Lots of options here, plenty of bottled beverage choices as well. Walk here, take the train, or bring a friend to wait in the car while you run in. It's all paid parking around here; no dedicated lot.

The hardest thing to do in life is to place your parents when you feel it is time. We have my…read morefather living in independent living and my mother in memory care. We are very pleased with the facility and the employees that work there. They are special people and we are blessed. The food is very good and the daily activities and events are what gets us through the day. They have music that puts my mom in a happy place. The campus is very clean and decorated for every season. The campus is beautiful in the spring and summer with outdoor gazebos. They also have onsite doctors and and rehabilitation if needed. We know when we leave them for the day that they are being taken care of. I would recommend Fox Run to my family and friends.

This facility wasted our time we came out from California brought my grandmother in did a tour with…read morethem, and they discriminated her for being blind. We were told by Elizabeth that they would accommodate her never once was told that she needed three years of financial to cover the cost of this facility. Elizabeth told us that we would be able to help her pay for this facility week did the application submitted her statements, explain to them that her caretaker stole from her and for the first month we would help out Christine Avoided my calls my emails and made every excuse not to take my grandmother in. Please be aware and make sure when you do contact this facility. Ask all the questions before they waste your time and avoid your phone calls and emails.

Revamp Buffalo is a home staging company that specializes in using repurposed, upcycled, and…read morelocally made furnishings and art to temporarily transform spaces being sold or rented. I toured one of their staged homes a few months ago and was tremendously impressed with how beautiful and inviting they made the space look. I was ready to move in--and everyone at the open house seemed to feel the same way. If you're thinking of selling or renting a space, calling Revamp Buffalo could definitely help you get the best possible price.

Ellen is so creative. She has a true artists eye. Things i never would have thought of.I love my…read morenew office dining room so much more functional now