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About“Results are determined not so much by the number of hours a man puts in, rather by what the man puts into the hours.” William R. Kenan, Jr.Address & ContactOverview Hours Campus Buildings Directions Weddings & Event Rentals MissionIt is the purpose of the Kenan Center to provide, promote and support integrated and comprehensive cultural and recreational programs to the community. This is accomplished by developing and enlarging individual appreciation and understanding of history, science, religion, and the arts; and by encouraging an appreciation of our heritage and the understanding of its relevance to life as a whole.OverviewSituated on 25 beautiful acres in Lockport, New York located in Niagara County, the historic Kenan Center campus is only a short drive from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Rochester and southern Ontario. Named for its benefactor, William Rand Kenan, Jr., the Kenan Center serves as a regional community center providing visitors and the community with arts, education and recreation programs.Facilities include a sports arena, a converted carriage-house theater and community gathering room, an education building, outdoor recreational fields, a playground, and the Kenan house, an 1800's Victorian mansion featuring a year-round art gallery and formal gardens. Programs include a nursery school and extensive recreational offerings including gallery exhibits and the Family Performance Series. The Kenan Arena houses numerous special events, such as 100 American Craftsmen, throughout the year. Address & ContactKENAN CENTER433 Locust Street Lockport, New York 14094 Phone: (716) 433-2617 Fax: (716) 433-6645 Website: www.kenancenter.org Email: info@kenancenter.org>br>
KENAN CENTER ARENA Join our email news list! Get updates on all upcoming Kenan Center events, programs and classes by email! Kenan Center HoursGALLERYWinter September-Memorial Day Noon-5:00 pm Monday-Friday; 2:00-5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday Summer June-Labor Day Noon-5:00 pm Monday-Friday; 2:00-5:00 pm Sunday; Closed Saturday Campus BuildingsThe Kenan House, located at 433 Locust Street, includes the Kenan House Gallery, Business and Administrative Offices, and Gift Shop. A wheelchair ramp is located at the back of the house and leads to a wheelchair accessible bathroom. The second floor is not wheelchair accessible.Taylor Theater Building, located in the south converted carriage house directly behind the house, includes the Taylor Theater, Meeting Room and Student Gallery, and Greenhouse. Entrance, with wheelchair access, is from the sidewalk between the Taylor Theater and Education Building. Education Building, located in the north converted carriage house behind the Kenan house, includes the Kenan nursery school, second floor art studio and public playground. Kenan Arena, located at the back of the campus, can be accessed from Locust Street or Beattie Avenue. It currently houses all sports and recreation programs, the 100 American Craftsmen, and a variety of special events. Kenan Gardens. Landscaped gardens surround the north and south sides of the Kenan house and continue past the greenhouse. A wooden sitting deck is available at the back of the house as well as a terrace patio east of the greenhouse. This area is frequently used for outdoor weddings and receptions. Download the Kenan Center History brochure to learn about the architectural details. (Large file.) Download the Kenan Center Gardens brochure with guidemap to the grounds.(Large file.)
BUSINESS OFFICE & GIFT SHOP For individual or business membership information, please visit the Membership section. Directions
From the Buffalo area, take I-290 (Youngmann Highway) to I-990 (Lockport Expressway). Proceed north on I-990 to last exit and turn left onto Millersport Highway (Rte. 263). Take Millersport north to the end and continue north (left) on Transit Rd. (Rte. 78) to City of Lockport. In Lockport, turn right onto Lincoln Avenue(across the street fron Eckerd Drugs), and proceed to first traffic signal at Locust St. Lockport High School is on your right. Turn left at signal. Kenan Center is on your right. From the Rochester area, take I-90 west to exit 50 (Williamsville). Take the I-290(Youngmann Expressway)to I-990 (Lockport Expressway). Then follow directions from Buffalo area. Get map at MapQuest.
Wedding & Special Event RentalsThe Kenan Center is a popular and afforable venue for holding your wedding, reception, holiday party, family reunion or meeting. The Kenan house, gardens, Taylor Theater and Community Room, and Arena are available for rental. A tour of the spaces can be provided. Not all groups can be accommodated and availability of dates is dependent on Kenan Center programs and activities. Some spaces have size limitations. Please call the business office at 433-2617 for rates and detailed information.Shown is a typical wedding with indoor reception set up (all decor provided by private vendor). Move mouse pointer over slideshow to activate controls. You can pause, go back or forward and also click on the album link to view larger images. 
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