We are pleased to announce the completion of Phase 1 of our Green Book Sites initiative in Buffalo, NY. Through extensive research and collaboration, Preservation Buffalo Niagara has successfully identified the last remaining 16 Green Book sites in the city—historic locations that once provided safe lodging, dining, and services to Black travelers during the Jim Crow era.
These sites are now featured on our interactive map, which you can explore here:
Interactive Green Book Map
Interactive Green Book Map
To learn more about the project and its significance, watch our video:
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For additional background and updates, visit our website:
Preservation Buffalo Niagara
Preservation Buffalo Niagara
Looking Ahead: Phase 2 Begins
While Phase 1 focuses on identifying and preserving existing sites, Phase 2 shifts our attention to those that have been lost. We are now working to identify the 16 most detrimental Green Book sites that no longer exist—places that once held cultural and historical significance but have since been demolished.
We are actively collaborating with local officials to identify, honor, and protect Green Book sites that remain, while also ensuring that those which have been erased are not forgotten. These sites are a crucial part of Black history in Buffalo, and recognizing them is essential to preserving the legacy of resilience and community.