Erie Canal Bicentennial

Join us at Canalside next summer for special events, programs, excitement, and even some surprises in honor of the Erie Canal Bicentennial.

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Experience the Canal Like Never Before.

From hands-on exhibits in the Longshed to an immersive evening projection show, there are experiences for all ages to discover.

  • Waterway of Change Exhibit in the Longshed
  • Interactive multimedia exhibits for visitors of all ages and abilities
  • Sharing Buffalo’s Erie Canal story through short films, touch screens, audio, and historical artifacts
  • Outdoor interpretive exhibits along and around the canals
  • Additional bicentennial programming and events throughout the summer

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A Fluid History of the Erie Canal.

Since its grand opening in 1825, the Erie Canal has been recognized as an engineering marvel that put New York on the map. Throughout its 200-year history, the canal shaped both New York and US history, playing a major role in abolition, women’s suffrage, and so much more.

A Fluid History of the Erie Canal.

Since its grand opening in 1825, the Erie Canal has been recognized as an engineering marvel that put New York on the map. Throughout its 200-year history, the Canal shaped both New York and US history, playing a major role in abolition, women’s suffrage, and so much more.

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