BMC Speaker Series: The History of Buffalo Creek and the Erie Canal’s Indigenous Legacy


As communities celebrate the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial, this panel will explore its lesser-known legacy - the profound impact on Indigenous peoples and the environment. While the canal represents innovation and economic growth, its construction and expansion came at a significant cost. The discussion will focus on Buffalo Creek's history and the urgent need to amplify the suppressed stories of those displaced by the canal’s creation.
