Historic Erie Canal Landmarks
Original Erie Canal
The canal that started the economic boom of a nation! Rome is where construction began on July 4, 1817. On July 22, there is a “first dig” ceremony to commemorate this historic event.
The Erie Canal opened up waterways so explorers could travel west. The Erie Canal was completed Oct. 26, 1825.
Enlarged Erie Canal
The canal that started the economic boom of a nation! Rome is where construction began on July 4, 1817. On July 22, there is a “first dig” ceremony to commemorate this historic event.
The Erie Canal opened up waterways so explorers could travel west. The Erie Canal was completed Oct. 26, 1825.
Village North
See how the Canal started and walk through its history to learn who made it happen. Step into a full scale Packet Boat living quarters to see what it would have been like to travel the Erie Canal in the 1800’s.
Erie Canal Museum
See how the Canal started and walk through its history to learn who made it happen. Step into a full scale Packet Boat living quarters to see what it would have been like to travel the Erie Canal in the 1800’s.
Canalway Trail
The Canalway Trail is a network of approximately 300 miles of multiple-use trails across upstate New York. The Canalway Trail follows the towpaths of both active and historic sections of the New York State Canal System as well as adjacent abandoned rail corridors.
Canal Chapel / Orientation Room
The Canal Chapel is dedicated to those who ministered along the canal. From those who traveled on canal boats to planting some of the most historic churches in New York today, the Chapel showcases their contribution to the development of the Erie Canal.
Woodcreek Waste Weir
The Canalway Trail is a network of approximately 300 miles of multiple-use trails across upstate New York. The Canalway Trail follows the towpaths of both active and historic sections of the New York State Canal System as well as adjacent abandoned rail corridors.
Ticket / Gift Shop
Currently under renovations
Village Green
The canal that started the economic boom of a nation! Rome is where construction began on July 4, 1817. On July 22, there is a “first dig” ceremony to commemorate this historic event.
The Erie Canal opened up waterways so explorers could travel west. The Erie Canal was completed Oct. 26, 1825.
Community Events Hall
We are currenlty renovating the current Erie Canal Museum into an event hall for special events. Both the exterior and interio are being revamped to better host large parties adn celebrations.
Call Erie Canal Village office to reserve it for your next event.
Ice House
The Ice House is where canaler’s would store ice for delivery to the Village and to store things that had to be kept cool during warm summer days.
Harden Museum
Also known as the Harden Transportation Museum, it houses many artifacts from the 1800s through the 20th Century. From horse-drawn buggy’s to sleds to historical street signs and more.
This building was built in 1858 and was located in the town of Lee, about 5 miles west of Erie Canal Village on Route 69.
The Crosby House
The house contains most of the elements found in the Greek Revival style, except for the classical porch, and was built in the 1840s. It is small and practical with three bedrooms upstairs and a modern stove, by 1840′ standards, to heat the house.
Village East
Blacksmith’s Works
See where actual skilled blacksmiths created wares with iron melding stove.
Livery Stables
Stop by the livery stables and say hello to our friendly canal animals incoluding, mules, pigs, chickens and goats.
1918 Steam Engine
Hear the steam whistle blow of a 1918 steam engine as it makes its way along side the historic Erie Canal.
A train depot lost in time, this station is beautifully preserved and ready for passengers.
Passenger Cars
Quality craftmanship, these passenger cars were hand built by local train engineer Stephen Boothroyd.
Village West
New York Museum of Cheese
The modern cheese industryis said to have been born in 1851. Jesse Williams is beleived to operate the first cheese factory in the United States, a move that revolutionize agriculture accross the nation.
Wood Creek Nature Trail
The RED TRAIL is a short path about one third mile long. Easy to travel, being nearly level.
The GREEN TRAIL, is over one third of a mile long and level. It passes through immature forest, overlooks a marsh and runs along the bank of historic Wood Creek.
The BLUE TRAIL is the longest of the three and more strenuous walk. Approx two thirds of a mile in length, the trail passes through mature forest, marshland, ridges and down into hollows.
Village Lower Loop
Wood Creek School House
This 1800 era, one room school house gives a glimps to what an education would be like growing up in a canal town..
The oldest standing Methodist Church in the state of New York, Maynard Church continues to serve the community with special services given annually.
Fort Bull
Fort Bull (1755-1756) – A British colonial fort established during French & Indian War in 1755 by Captain Marcus Petri in present-day Rome, Oneida County, New York. Named after the fort commander, Lieutenant William Bull. Fort Bull was destroyed by the French in March 1756. Fort Wood Creek was built adjacent to the ruins of Fort Bull in May-August 1756 and it was destroyed by the British in August 1756 to prevent its capture.
Fort Bull monument is owned and managed by the Rome Historical Society who have prohibited access to the Fort monument and Fort Woodcreek site without permission.
Fort Wood Creek
Constructed in 1756, Fort Wood Creek is located in Oneida County, just outside of Rome, and is accessible through Erie Canal Village. It was active during the French and Indian War, It was built at the upper landing of Wood Creek, the western terminus of the carry. After Fort Bull was destroyed March 27, 1756 by the French under de Lery, Fort Wood Creek was built from May-Aug 1756 on an adjacent site. It was eventually destroyed by the British on 20 Aug 1756 after the French took Oswego to deny them fortifications at the carry.
Fort Woodcreek is owned and managed by the Rome Historical Society who have prohibited access to the Fort monument and Fort Woodcreek site without permission.
Outdoor Sites and Activities
Canal Amphitheater
The Amphitheater is designed to be an outdoor venue for the whole family. It is currently is undergoing a major facelift with vegetation being cleared. Plans to add electrical supplies to the site are underway which will allow for more evening events and concerts.
Community Events
Bike/Hike Trail Kick Off’s
Need a place to start the great walk or bike ride down the Erie Canal path? Come park at the Village and enjoy some hot coco in the mornings and bottled water in the afternoon.
Friday Night Food Trucks
The Village is opening up its parking lot to food trucks and trailers every Friday night during the season. Come experience the great food and music.
Local bands will showing off their talents from the Cafe’ portico.
Class Car Rally
Fathers Day with the Cars. This year we will host a classic car rally in honor of fathers. Come see all the great cars on display and vote for the cars to receive prizes.
$1,000 First place
$ 500 Second place
$ 250 Third place
Re-enactment’s
Join multiple re-enactment groups as they relive the battles that formed and shaped the nation we live in today.
Check back for scheduled times.
Farmers Market
Open air farmers market where you can find fresh veggies and other great tasting food.
Every Tues night during regular season.
Craft Shows
Once a month during the season months, Erie Canal Village opens up to all the talented crafters in the area, giving them place to showcase their talents.
Stop by and pick up some hand crafted heirlooms!