Franciscan Historical Sites
in Cattaraugus County:
a Driving Tour

The Franciscan Friars came to the United States through the efforts of Bishop John Timon of the Buffalo Diocese and Nicholas Devereux, a Utica businessman and philanthropist.  They arrived in Ellicottville in 1855 and immediately set about their missionary work in the Cattaraugus County area.
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Friedsam Memorial Library
St. Bonaventure University
St. Bonaventure, NY  14778  USA
(716) 375-2323 (general number)
(716) 375-2389  (fax)
http://www.sbu.edu/friedsam
This site was created by Erin Spallone as part of an internship in History during the Fall 2005 semester.  Any changes, other than minor editing, are noted.

Last updated: 26 January 2007
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