Allegany, New York

The Town and Village of Allegany, NY are situated along the Allegheny River among the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York.

The Village with its newly renovated downtown area has many restaurants and bars in which to relax and many stores for shopping.  Within the Town there are several parks for play and many hills and forests for hiking and hunting, along with two challenging golf courses.  This setting is enhanced by the presence of St. Bonaventure University, a Franciscan Institution.

The Allegheny River Valley Trail, starting near St. Bonaventure University is a great place to go for a walk, roller blade or bike. Next to Allegany, is the City of Olean which offers many of the amenities of a larger metropolitan area.  In addition, the ski areas of Ellicottville, Allegany State Park and the Seneca  Allegany Casino and Hotel of Salamanca are only a 20 mile drive away.

The origin of the name Allegany is uncertain. It may have come from the name of a tribe called Allegewi that lived along the Allegheny River’s banks. It may also be based on an old Native American word meaning ‘lovely’ or ‘beautiful.’

Come to visit and stay in one the many new hotels while enjoying the many things to do or see.

http://www.allegany.org/

Places

The Allegany American Legion, Post #892, offers an Inside Hall as well as an Outdoor Pavillion which are available for baby or bridal showers, receptions, banquets, family reunions, birthday parties, anniversaries, graduations, meetings, stag parties, rehearsal dinners, etc., and is available to non-members.

Call 716-372-8238 to book your event.

Explore area of Challenger Learning Center

The Challenger Learning Center is a space themed learning program designed to stimulate a student's interest in science, math, and technology through a series of hands on experiences and simulations that are tied to classroom learning.

Photo of Gallets House Bed & Breakfast

An 1896 restored historical Victorian home with original family photos and heirlooms displayed throughout the B&B. Located in the picturesque Allegheny foothills in Southwestern NY, just 2 miles from exit 24 on I-86 formerly Rte 17. Near St. Bonaventure University, Olean and Ellicottville.

Videos

  • Video of Creighster ice fishing and catching a big brook trout on Birch Run Ponds in Allegany, NY.
  • Whether coming off the big game season, enjoying winter sports, gearing up for spring fishing or looking to spend a fun day with family, everyone had fun at the 3rd annual Greater Olean Area Outdoor & Rec Sports Show. It brings the whole of the great outdoors under one roof!

Photos tagged as #EnchantedMountains or #EMFun. @emountains