Local Business Spotlight: Niagara Hobby & Craft

The businesses that advertise in the Center's playbill are often local, WNY-based small businesses that value arts supporters.  In an ongoing series, we would like to spotlight some of our partners by telling you a little more about them.  When you support our advertisers, tell them you saw them here.

Niagara Hobby & Craft
3366 Union Road at Walden Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14225
716-681-1666
www.niagarahobby.com

Immediately recognized by its fully restored big red 1949 caboose, Niagara Hobby & Craft is one of the most unique stores in Western New York.  It was founded by John Kavulich, Sr., in 1986 as an extension of his 1954 venture, Niagara Model & Train Distributors.  Both companies are now owned by John Kavulich, Jr., since his father's passing in 2003.

Home of the largest craft and hobby collection anywhere in the United States, Niagara Hobby offers everything from scale model trains and science kits to craft supplies and dollhouses.  With something for everyone, Niagara Hobby is the ideal place for families to continue traditions or to start new ones of their own.

Active within the community, Niagara Hobby awards two scholarships to promising entrepreneurs at Maryvale and Cleveland Hill high schools each year.  And, if you visit around Christmas, there is a good chance of spotting Santa on the back of the caboose!