Preserve and Share our Heritage

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Reinforcing Our Distinctive Sense of Place

We are working to ensure that the Corridor's historic and distinctive sense of place is widely recognized and consistently protected. Our programs and projects build support for preservation and protect and enhance the authenticity and integrity of the Corridor's historic resources and canals for the benefit of this and future generations.

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Investing in Heritage

Erie Canalway IMPACT! Grants enable us to work with strong partners who can mobilize the Corridor's extraordinary heritage assets to create long-term value for our communities and locally-based economies.

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Inspiring the Next Generation

Every 4th grader in New York State learns about the Erie Canal, but few ever see it. The Erie Canalway Ticket to Ride program is turning that around, so that we teach students firsthand about the innovation, perseverance, and vision that have long been drivers of our state and nation.

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Documenting Historic Resources

We spearheaded the National Historic Landmark designation of the NYS Canal System in 2016. The designation places New York's operating canals among the premier historic sites in the United States.

The Value of the NYS Canal System

Benefits of New York's historic waterway are not limited to recreational users. Economic impacts flow to businesses, industries, agriculture and communities.

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Reimagining the Canals

Read our 2019 public input for a major initiative by NYPA/NYS Canal Corp to consider new uses and maintenance of the canal system.

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The Fate of Historic Canal Vessels

Read our 2018 position paper on the value of New York's historic fleet and Canal Corp/NYPA's plans for Tug Urger and other historic vessels.

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