Tag Archive for: Erie Canal

Volunteers Needed for the 21st Annual Canal Clean Sweep

Volunteers across New York State are invited to join the 21st annual Canal Clean Sweep, the state’s largest Earth Day clean-up event, taking place April 17-19.

Erie Canal in the Mohawk Valley Mini Symposium at the Arkell Museum

Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site is excited to announce the “Erie Canal in the Mohawk Valley Mini Symposium,” Saturday, March 28th from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Arkell Museum in Canajoharie.

Canalway Grants Support Capital Projects

Canalway Grants Support Mohawk Valley communities for Capital Projects to Revitalize the New York State Canal System’s Waterways and Trails.

Grants Support Tourism Amenities and Events Along New York’s Canals with an Emphasis on Accessibility

The NYS Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are pleased to announce that 41 non-profit organizations and municipalities will receive 2026 NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure and Event Grants

FEBRUARY 15 Canalway Challenge

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor invites New Yorkers to take part in the free FEBRUARY 15 Canalway Challenge.

2025 Erie Canalway Photo Contest Winners Announced

The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is pleased to announce the winners of its 20th annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest.

Erie Canalway Photo Contest – Call for Entries

Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit up to three images that capture the canals’ beauty, vibrancy, and character.

New Junior Ranger Activity Booklet Connects Kids to New York State’s Canals

Kids can complete activities to learn about the New York State Canal System and earn a badge, certificate, and title of Erie Canalway Junior Ranger.

Erie Canal Bicentennial Events Announced

As the NYS Canal System gets set to open for its bicentennial year, the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor and the NYS Canal Corporation are pleased to announce major bicentennial events taking place throughout 2025.

Canalway Challenge Offers a Unique Way to Celebrate the Erie Canal Bicentennial

The free program welcomes people of all ages and abilities to set a personal mileage goal and walk, run, cycle, paddle, or roll along the NYS Canalway System.