VA Virtual Museum

VA Medical Center, Buffalo, NY

A Modern General Medical and Surgical Hospital for Veterans. Opened for patients Jan. 16, 1950 Buffalo, N.Y.

The $18,000,000 - 1,000 bed Hospital was opened by the Veterans Administration on January 15, 1950. The Hospital covers approximately 16 1/2 acres. Every room has outside light and ventilation. The interior is finished in pastel colors. On a clear day, Niagara Falls, 25 miles distant, can be viewed from the observation roof. 1950

Located on Bailey Avenue, this 14 story building was opened in January 1950 at a cost of about 17 million dollars. The hospital has a capacity of 911 beds.