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Patrick Reynolds, Museum Educator for the Rome Historical Society tells us what to expect at the reenactment of the Erie Canal Ground Breaking Ceremony.

The Erie Canal started it's construction 200 years ago on July 4, 1817, in Rome N.Y. In a ceremony, local contractor Samual Richardson was the first to turn his spade into the ground. The Erie Canal construction was underway.

This year the Erie Canal turns 200 years old. CNY Native and ABC News Anchor Davie Muir has created a 1-hour documentary titled Erie: The Canal That Made America

The centerpiece of the 8pm evening concert will be the newly commissioned piece written to reflect the local heritage and the importance of the canal on Little Falls

Well, believe it or not the canal original opening for the season was scheduled for May 19th. Our very wet April appeared to have that date in jeopardy and just within the past few days the conditions have improved greatly.in the Finger Lakes/Central New York region allowing the opening day to move back to the original date of Friday May 19th

If you're planning on heading out to watch as the Genesee Brewery's fermentation tanks pass through the Utica area, it looks like you may have to wait an extra day.

When was the last time you saw anything being shipped on the Erie Canal? You'll once again get the chance to see shipping in action later this month when Genesee Brewery will ship 12 fermentation tanks from Albany to Rochester.

Little Falls is known for its scenic location along the Erie Canal, and it is the perfect place to welcome this amazing event this summer!

If you're looking for a fun activity that your little ones are certain to enjoy, take them out to watch the boats come in at one of the locks along the Erie Canal.

The 'Betsy' Concert Series, also known as 'Betsy The Barge Concert Series' is underway, and it's free for one and all. Pack a picnic and grab your family and friends for a fun night of fantastic music.

Did you know the first canal ever built in New York State was the Erie Canal? It happens to also run right through the heart of Central New York and if you're looking for stuff to do this Summer, the trails along this historic waterway offer plenty of recreational options.

Living in Upstate New York with the Erie Canal a major part of our landscape, you likely drive over the Erie Canal multiple times each day without giving it a second thought. There is one place in New York where you can drive under the canal.