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New Seneca-Iroquois National Museum Opens 2018
![New Cultural Center 2018](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/2018-new-cultural-center.jpg?itok=2_-zObK5)
Cultural Center on the Allegany Reservation preserves sacred artifacts, expands Native educational programs, features a 3-D printing lab and the first Longhouse built in two centuries.
Chief Cornplanter's Peace Pipe-Tomahawk returns to the Seneca Nation in 2019
![Cornplanter](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/chief_cornplanter_peace_pipe_tomahawk.jpeg?itok=sV_tcg6v)
227 YEARS LATER, CHIEF CORNPLANTER’S PEACE PIPE-TOMAHAWK RETURNED TO SENECA NATION OF INDIANS.
Limestone's New Home Day
![Outside view of Limestone Fire Department](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2417.jpg?itok=azRt-QdD)
"Murder in the Cellar" at Steelbound
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Embrace the Sun: Summer Activities for a Memorable Season
Summer is here, and with it comes long, sunny days filled with endless possibilities. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a nature lover, or someone who enjoys relaxing with a good book, there’s a summer activity for everyone.
Eclipse Viewing at Nannen Arboretum
Events
2024 Cattaraugus County Fair
Eclipse Watch Party at the Historic Hollywood Theater
![Inside the Hollywood Theater in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Theatre%20Shoot%20-24_1.jpg?itok=41CzAzEr)
Boardroom Banked Slalom 2024
![Snowboarder at Holiday Valley Resort](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Boardroom%20Banked-01.jpg?itok=q8S1Fifk)
If you love snowboarding, this is the event for you. Great for spectating! Vendor Village and cookout on the Champagne Sundeck at the Yodeler Lodge.
Discounted lift tickets for competitors and lodging are available. Assumption of risk form must be signed by a parent if competitor is under 18.
Photo credit: Holiday Valley Resort
Cookie Decorating at EBC in Little Valley
Get in the holiday spirit and unleash your creativity as you decorate delicious cookies with a variety of colorful frostings, sprinkles, and edible decorations. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this hands-on workshop is perfect for all ages and skill levels.
During the workshop, you'll learn tips and tricks from Cupcaked Bakery, who will guide you through different techniques to create beautiful and unique designs. It's a great opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones, make new friends, and take home some scrumptious treats to share.
Cattaraugus Rodeo- Bulls & Barrels
![Trick rider at a past rodeo in Cattaraugus, NY](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Girl%20on%20horses.jpg?itok=PlGhOe1q)
Tourism Promotion Program
Cattaraugus County's Tourism Promotion Grant Program, also known as the Bed Tax Grant Program, accepts funding applications, , that support and encourage tourism promotion in Cattaraugus County, New York (the Enchanted Mountains).
Funding Source
The program's funding source is the County's share of taxes collected from overnight stays, bed taxes, within the County. This funding source is split into two of the following groups:
Group A
Several Chambers of Commerce with full-time staff.
Group B
Business associations, non-profit organizations, events, festivals, chambers of commerce without full-time staff and other tourism-associated activities.
Program Contact
This grant is managed by Tourism in the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism (Catt. County EDPT).
Holland Land Company Exhibit Opening
![Leon Historical Society](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/DSC_8271.jpg?itok=lXuybeB9)
Summer at the Stone House- Linda Hunter
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)
WNY Pro Pulling Series
![Truck Pulls- From Cattaraugus County Fair](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/big%20rig.jpg?itok=tmJP-XoT)
John Denver Tribute at Seneca Allegany Casino
All Aboard
Take a train ride along the countryside of the Enchanted Mountains. The New York and Lake Erie Railroad offers featured rides throughout the year.. All of the train rides are round trips that depart from the Gowanda Depot.
Hop aboard with the Easter Bunny, tell Santa your wish list, solve a murder mystery, enjoy the fall foliage, and so many other rides to choose from!
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels Free Tour
![Inside view of the Basilica of St. Mary's of the Angels](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/basilica_of_st._mary_of_the_angels.jpg?itok=1ZHfPSmn)
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels Free Tours available on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Fridays of the month. No reservations necessary. Come and discover the beauty of the southern tier's Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels in Olean, NY. The 33 Munich-style windows are some of the finest domestically-produced windows in the nation. Pope Frances designated the church as a Minor Basilica on February 14, 2017 for its exquisite art, architecture and history. Group tours are also available by calling 716 372 4841.
Ellicottville's Fall Festival
![Fall Festival in Ellicottville](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2476.jpg?itok=CYpBEYQN)
60th Annual WNY Maple Festival
![Maple Festival 2023](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_8571.jpg?itok=50soxwFg)
Summer at the Stone House- David Ruch
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)
2024 Tame the Tuna Regatta
![2023 Tame the Tuna Floaters](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/364157494_10227170522463417_1662549005702227535_n_0.jpg?itok=XrlknoLM)
Holiday Valley's New Years Eve Celebration and Torchlight Parade 2023-2024
![Fireworks](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/IMG_9870.jpg?itok=lWamna4V)
Ring in the New Year with the Holiday Valley Groomer parade and spectacular fireworks. Family friendly party in the main Lodge. Approximate times: Groomer Parade on Cindy's Run at 11:15, torchlight parade at 11:30 then the fireworks show at 11:45, ending at midnight.
Salamanca Area Historical Society honors Ray Evans 2013
![Ray Evans](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/ray%20evans_0.jpg?itok=PUb-o1Dp)
Perhaps a little known fact is that Ray Evans, co-lyricist of the Christmas Classic was a native of Salamanca, NY. Salamanca knows it however, and honors him each year with the Silver Bells Festival. Now there's one more way he is forever remembered in the town in which he was born and raised i
Summer at the Stone House- Ron Cary
![Cattaraugus County Museum outside](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/CattCoMuseum-OutsideFromSide.jpg?itok=swrgPpIn)