Buffalo is a city in western New York, situated at the eastern end of Lake Erie and the head of the Niagara River, on the US-Canada border. As the second-most populous city in New York State after New York City, it had a population of 278,349 in 2020. The Buffalo–Niagara Falls metropolitan area has over 1.16 million residents. Buffalo is known for its winter weather, proximity to Niagara Falls, Buffalo wings, and passionate sports fans.
Buffalo boasts a diverse architecture, including Art Deco masterpieces like City Hall, and the Martin House Complex designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Cultural attractions include the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, the Buffalo History Museum, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Buffalo Museum of Science. Canalside, a revitalized waterfront area, hosts concerts, festivals, and recreational activities. Recent developments include ongoing efforts to replace lead water lines, investments in housing and infrastructure, and the redevelopment of the Perry Projects site with new apartments.
