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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.
Itineraries
Hidden Gems: Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations for National Tourism Week
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Seneca Market & Haudenosaunee Dancers at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, visit the Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino where they will be celebrating Indigenous history, traditions and culture throughout the month of November.
Visit the Seneca Market in the Hotel Lobby on the following dates:
- Wednesday, November 16th from 5pm - 8pm
- Saturday, November 5th from 10am - 6pm
- Saturday, November 12th from 10am - 6pm
- Saturday, November 19th from 10am - 6pm
Visit the Bus Lobby to see Haudenosaunee Dancers on the following dates:
Public Overnight Ghost Hunt
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The Haunted Hinsdale House presents this exclusive Overnight Ghost Hunt at 8pm and it will run until 9am the next day. Your all inclusive experience will include a tour of the grounds and inside the historic building. You will get history and stories from your guide, as well as use of some ghost hunting equipment to see if we can connect with the other side. If you have your own ghost hunting equipment they highly recommend that you bring it.
Get your exclusive limited tickets for only $109.
Snacks, water and soda provided.
The Centennial 7 Hiking Challenge at Allegany State Park
Allegany State Park, the Wilderness Playground of Western New York, officially opened on July 30th, 1921. One hundred years later, people are still flocking to this vast park with rolling hills, serene lakes, and abundant beauty.
Saturday with Santa at Allegany State Park 2023
HO! HO! HO! The holidays are fast approaching and there's no better way to get into the spirit than by spending some time in Allegany State Park. Join the Environmental Education Department on Saturday, December 2nd for a fun, festive, family event- Saturday with Santa!
I Love My Park Day at Allegany State Park
Autumn is Wonder-fall 2010
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Well, it is already Autumn in 2010 and we love the falling leaves. We've created the following routes to take you through different areas of Cattaraugus County.
This post is long-winded as it gives you some options for your trip into Cattaraugus County.
Archeology Dig at Canticle Farms
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Allegheny Valley Project (AVP) is back at Canticle Farm to continue its annual research into the history of the Allegheny River Valley.
Olean
Olean is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name is derived from the Latin word "oleum" due to the discovery of crude oil in nearby Ischua.
Ellicottville's Fall Festival
![Fall Festival in Ellicottville](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/IMG_2476.jpg?itok=CYpBEYQN)
Juneteenth Celebration 2024
![Juneteenth Celebration 2019](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/image.jpg?itok=9Imqu4hR)
Persia
Location
Persia is a town in the northwest part of Cattaraugus County, New York.
Ellicottville Gazebo Series
Family Day at the Cattaraugus County Museum
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Portville
Location
The Town of Portville is located in Cattaraugus County in the southwestern corner of New York State along the Pennyslvania border, locally referred to as the Southern Tier. Portville is 65 miles south of Buffalo and 90 miles south of Rochester.