The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the New York State Canal Corporation recently announced the release of new educational materials geared for fourth graders learning about the Erie ...
There are all kinds of activities associated with the Erie Canal, but let’s start out with a bit of history. In the late 1700s and early 1800s, people were moving west. But the biggest obstacle was ...
Bicyclists make their way through downtown Albany on the final day of the 21st annual Cycle the Erie Canal tour on July 14, 2019, in Albany. More than 650 cyclists took part in the ride crossing New ...
He worked six summers as a deckhand on Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises tour boats -- helping tourists have a great time, rain or shine. He regaled them with information as they locked through ...
BROCKPORT, N.Y. – As people from around the country and the world come to Western New York to learn about the historic Erie Canal, the World Canal Conference is celebrating the waterway’s 200th ...
Today, if it’s remembered at all, the Erie Canal is best known as the subject of a folk song, “Low Bridge Everybody Down” or “Fifteen Miles on the Erie Canal.” But, according to the Erie Canal ...
One trip through the locks will convince you: It is truly an emblem of American ingenuity and grit. By Katherine Rosman Good morning. It’s Tuesday. Today, we bring you a brief history lesson on the ...