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The Niagara History Center will be transformed to an Erie Canal activity center for children and their families next weekend.
The public is invited to experience history on two wheels Wednesday, Aug. 13 by biking along the Empire State Trail in ...
Got any cool pictures of the Erie Canal? You might be able to get them on an official calendar. A photo contest is underway until Aug. 29 for the 2026 Erie Canalway Calendar. You can submit up to ...
A troupe of modern-day troubadours celebrated the bicentennial of the Erie Canal in a unique way. “Flotsam River Circus,” a ...
This kind of fits with our yearlong look at all things canal, I hope. In past articles, I have written about how the route of ...
The Erie Canal song, famously known for its lyrics about a mule named Sal and 15 miles on the canal, has a rich history that many may not know. News10NBC’s Erin Mahon explored the song’s background ...
Complex Legacies of the Erie Canal,” a new exhibit at Canalside that tells the story of the Erie Canal 200 years after ...
How is the Erie Canal tied to Door County Granary? A July 24 program explores that idea The program addresses the history of food supply in the U.S. and the Erie Canal's importance to the ...
Experience the thrill of houseboating on the Erie Canal, where recreational adventures and scenic views create unforgettable memories for travelers.
As the bicentennial of the completion of the Erie Canal is celebrated this year, five local historical groups are sharing its story in a new book.
As he passed through the Rochester area via the Erie Canal in his 16-foot flat-bottom, single-engine jon boat, Robert Youens said his No. 1 is just to have fun.