Abbott-McKinley: South Buffalo's Irish Heritage District Walking Tour

South Buffalo's Abbott Road/McKinley Parkway neighborhood has long been a desirable home to upwardly mobile, predominantly Irish, immigrants and their descendants. Explore Frederick Law Olmsted's McKinley and Red Jacket Parkways and hear the stories behind iconic institutions such as Mercy Hospital, Trocaire College, Mt. Mercy Academy, and Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School. Discover how this section of the city evolved from the home of indigenous Seneca inhabitants to the thriving, increasingly diverse community of today while preserving its Irish-flavored character as part of Buffalo's Irish Heritage District.
Meet at the Bison statue at the intersection of McKinley and Red Jacket Parkways – on the southeast side of McClellan Circle. Use 2 Red Jacket Parkway, Buffalo NY 14220 for driving directions. Parking is available along McKinley or Red Jacket Parkways or side streets.

Tour Procedures & Policies:

Reservations are required for all tours, including for Explorer Pass members. Walk-ups without reservations cannot be accommodated. Tours are generally limited to a maximum of 15 people per group.

Reservations close two hours before the tour's scheduled start time (for example, reservations close at 8am for a 10am tour).
To redeem an orange Explore Buffalo walking tour pass, please email explore@explorebuffalo.org at least 24 hours in advance to reserve your tour.