Welcome to our house tour of the Erie Canal in Rochester, NY! ⛴✨ 2025 marks the 200th year of this historic waterway, and the Rochester community is pulling out all the stops for the celebration this weekend. Head down to Corn Hill Landing on Saturday, September 27 to join in on the festivities as the Erie Canal boat the Seneca Chief arrives in Downtown Rochester. Enjoy live music, delicious food, and Seneca Chief boat tours open to the public. Saturday night wraps up with a firework display ove

1.2K reactions · 152 shares | History is moving down the canal! The Erie Canal boat Seneca Chief has officially launched, starting its bicentennial journey. Check the route at the end of this video to see when it will pass through your town. #cny #syracuse #eriecanal #teachersofinstagram | Erie Canal Museum | Facebook

Derrick’s back with another Packet Pick, and this one’s all about climbing the Stairway to Empire. While Lockport may be the crown jewel of the Erie Canal, our Gift Shop is filled with other treasures waiting to be discovered. Stop by the Erie Canal Museum in Downtown Syracuse, open 10 AM to 4 PM daily, and find unique, history-inspired gifts for everyone on your list. Grab your copy of Stairway to Empire and start your holiday shopping here: https://eriecanalmuseum.org/store/product/stairway-to

Another Derrick's Packet Pick! Bond of Union is an ideal choice for any canal enthusiast searching for the perfect holiday gift — or for anyone looking to treat themselves. Find it in our Downtown Erie Canal Museum Gift Shop or order online: eriecanalmuseum.org/store/product/bond-of-union/ Shop local and share the history. #ErieCanalMuseum #BondOfUnion #CanalHistory #ShopLocal #HistoryLovers #HolidayGifts | Erie Canal Museum