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Unusual Attractions in Niagara Falls

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Love Canal Containment Zone

Toxic waste disaster that founded the Superfund program.

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Prophet Isaiah's Second Coming House

Quite possibly the last cross all humans will ever see.

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Niagara Tesla Monument in New York

One of many reminders of Tesla's scientific contributions overlooks the falls which inspired him.

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Book Corner

Western New York's largest independent bookstore doubles as a historical repository of all things Niagara Falls.

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Edward Dean Adams Power Plant

Genesis of modern hydroelectric power.

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Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center

Learn about the last river many crossed to find freedom from slavery in the United States.

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Niagara Science Museum

Collection of antique science instruments displayed in recreated 1870-1930 laboratories.

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