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Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | A Legacy for the Future

Edward and Mary wish to use their wealth to leave a gift for future generations.

Aired 03/21/2022

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | A Legacy for the Future

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Edward and Mary wish to use their wealth to leave a gift for future generations.

Edward and Mary wish to use their wealth to leave a gift for future generations. After their passing in 1934, they leave their estate to the Buffalo Foundation. The Buffalo Foundation worked to make their vision a reality- by planning the music hall. Once the site is secured, the architecture and structure needed to be considered and the search for a modern architectural style begins.

Aired 03/21/2022

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Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo is a local public television program presented by BTPM PBS

Major funding for Kleinhans’ Gift to Buffalo is provided by Clement & Karen Arrison, The Baird Foundation, Francis & Cindy Letro and Bob Skerker, with additional funding from Bond Schoeneck...

Trailer | Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo

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Preview | 2m 36s | Explore the rich history of Saarinen designed Kleinhans Music Hall in Buffalo, NY. (2m 36s)

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | Paul Goldberger

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Clip | 5m 22s | Paul Goldberger discusses Buffalo architecture, Kleinhans Music Hall, and more. (5m 22s)

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | Kleinhans for the Community

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Clip | 8m 51s | Community stories and memories of Kleinhans Music Hall as a civic auditorium. (8m 51s)

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | Introduction

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Clip | 5m 20s | A look at Buffalo, NY in the early 1900s and Kleinhans Music Hall. (5m 20s)

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | A Modern, Visionary Design

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Clip | 5m 53s | An exploration of various architectural styles and what makes Kleinhans unique. (5m 53s)

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | A Legacy for the Future

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Clip | 5m 11s | Edward and Mary wish to use their wealth to leave a gift for future generations. (5m 11s)

Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo | A Hall Where You Belong

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Clip | 3m 49s | Explore the impact of Kleinhans Music Hall on arts and culture in Buffalo. (3m 49s)

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Kleinhans' Gift to Buffalo is a local public television program presented by BTPM PBS

Major funding for Kleinhans’ Gift to Buffalo is provided by Clement & Karen Arrison, The Baird Foundation, Francis & Cindy Letro and Bob Skerker, with additional funding from Bond Schoeneck...

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