About Buffalo Stadium Stones
Buffalo Stadium Stones was born when a piece of ''The Pit'' found its way into the hands of a local artist who found a way to put it back into the hands of Buffalo fans.
Our Story
Well-known Western New York artist, Richard 'Sean' Manning purchased giant circular rocks excavated from beneath Buffalo's new football stadium for a waterfall exhibit at his WNY art studios. When a small piece broke off, Sean carried it in his pocket and noticed that after a few days, the rock had turned jet black.
That little discovery sparked a much bigger one.
Sean and his wife and co-founder, Laura Jean, began researching the rock and uncovered a public engineering report detailing the geology and history of the stadium bedrock. They realized this wasn't just a piece of stone. It was a piece of Buffalo history and they wanted Buffalo fans to have a piece of their own to hold, wear, and treasure.
Our History
The idea was simple: transform authentic stadium bedrock into something people could actually carry, wear, display, and share. The result? Rub Rocks. Wearable Art Jewelry. Accessories & Collectibles.
What began as an unexpected discovery laid the foundation for a bigger mission: putting a piece of Buffalo history into the hands of fans while giving back to the community that makes this city so special.
The Mission
Buffalo Stadium Stones exists to put a tangible piece of Buffalo history into the hands of the people who love this city most. But there's another piece of the story that matters just as much: giving back.
Through product sales, community partnerships, local events, and charitable initiatives, Buffalo Stadium Stones is on a mission to use our platform to support worthy causes throughout Western New York.
Meet The Team
Behind every piece of Buffalo Stadium Stones is a team of people who love Buffalo as much as you do. From artistry and production to marketing and philanthropy, meet the people helping transform the rock excavated Straight from the Pit!!!™ into something meaningful for fans and the community.
Owners & Philanthropists
Richard & Laura Jean Manning
Sean Manning, a well-known local WNY artist, and his wife Laura Jean are the owners of Freedom Run Winery. They are passionate philanthropists who have supported charitable causes across Western New York for years.
Production Manager
Rich Hahn
Rich Hahn, owner of Hahn’s Ponds, used his creativity and innovation to develop a system to refine, polish, and sort the stadium rock, transforming it into Rub Rocks, Wearable Art Jewelry, and Collectibles for Buffalo fans.
Director of Public Relations
Robin Shipman
Robin Shipman leads Buffalo Stadium Stone's public relations and community outreach, building strong relationships with media, local organizations, charities, partners and the Buffalo community while helping share and grow Buffalo Stadium Stone's story.
Director of Marketing
Hannah Lavigne
Hannah LaVigne, owner and head designer of Sage James Creative, brings her passion for small businesses, creativity, community, and storytelling to Buffalo Stadium Stones, leading the brand’s marketing, social media, and design efforts. #GOBILLS!
Production & Fulfillment Manager
Jennifer Ziemendorf
Jennifer Ziemendorf helps develop the Wearable Art Jewelry and oversees production and fulfillment at Buffalo Stadium Stones, while also working at Hahn’s Ponds.
Marketing & Philanthropy Advisor
Del Reid
Del Reid, co-founder of the #BillsMafia movement and co-owner of 26 Shirts, brings his marketing expertise and passion for giving back to Buffalo Stadium Stones. He helps guide marketing efforts and will expand the brand’s apparel and lifestyle offerings to raise funds for charitable causes.
Meet The Team
Behind every piece of Buffalo Stadium Stones is a team of people who love Buffalo as much as you do. From artistry and production to marketing and philanthropy, meet the people helping transform the rock excavated Straight from the Pit!!!™ into something meaningful for fans and the community.
Owners & Philanthropists
Richard & Laura Jean Manning
Sean Manning, a well-known local WNY artist, and his wife Laura Jean are the owners of Freedom Run Winery. They are passionate philanthropists who have supported charitable causes for years.
Director of Marketing
Hannah Lavigne
Hannah LaVigne, owner and head designer of Sage James Creative, brings her passion for small businesses, creativity, community, and storytelling to Buffalo Stadium Stones, leading the brand’s marketing, social media, and design efforts. #GOBILLS!
Production Manager
Rich Hahn
Rich Hahn, owner of Hahn’s Ponds, used his creativity and innovation to develop a system to refine, polish, and sort the stadium rock, transforming it into Rub Rocks, Wearable Art Jewelry, and Collectibles for Buffalo fans.
Production & Fulfillment Manager
Jennifer Ziemendorf
Jennifer Ziemendorf helps develop the Wearable Art Jewelry and oversees production and fulfillment at Buffalo Stadium Stones, while also working at Hahn’s Ponds.
Director of Public Relations
Robin Shipman
Robin Shipman leads Buffalo Stadium Stone's public relations and community outreach, building strong relationships with media, local organizations, charities, partners and the Buffalo community while helping share and grow Buffalo Rock Pile's story.
Marketing & Philanthropy Advisor
Del Reid
Del Reid, co-founder of the #BillsMafia movement and co-owner of 26 Shirts, brings his marketing expertise and passion for giving back to Buffalo Stadium Stones. He helps guide marketing efforts and will expand the brand’s apparel and lifestyle offerings to raise funds for charitable causes.
Turn Your Buffalo Pride
Into Community Impact
Straight from the Pit!!!... to the people who make Buffalo special, every piece has a story, and every partnership helps us give back.
Join the Buffalo Stadium Stones as a community partner and help us support organizations and grassroot causes in Western New York.
Meet Community Partner, 2010 Pro Football Hall of Famer, Andre Reed whose non-profit, The Andre Reed Foundation benefits the Boys & Girls Club