The Abandoned Niagara Falls Review building sits quietly now, but for decades it was one of the city’s busiest places. Built in the early 1950s, it served as the headquarters for the Niagara Falls Review for more than sixty years. Inside, reporters typed out stories, editors made last-minute changes, and the press operators sent fresh copies of the paper rolling off the machines each day.
The newsroom covered everything from city council debates to high school sports scores. For many residents, this was where the city’s stories began. When the Review moved downtown in the mid-2010s, the building was left behind, its once-busy halls falling silent.
Time has left its mark here. Water leaks stained the ceilings and walls, while years of peeling paint created layers of color and texture. The main staircase has become one of the most photogenic spots inside. The way light catches the flaking paint and warped wood makes it look almost artistic—an unintentional tribute to the passage of time.
Today, the Abandoned Niagara Falls Review stands as a physical reminder of an era when local journalism thrived. Every surface still hints at the energy that once filled the space. Though the presses have stopped and the staff have long since moved on, the building remains a piece of Niagara Falls history—one that still tells a story, even without a single word being printed.
This was a fun explore for Zenning with Zay & I while on a multi day road trip!
