Women on the Canal Tour at the Waterway of Change Exhibit

Life during the Erie Canal was complex for anyone: the civil war, reconstruction, and the social movements are just a few examples of the height of the canal went through. Women have had many challenges with the canal however it has also played pivotal rolls on social reforms. Emeres yourself into the time of the canal and uncover the climate that women had to face.

Come explore the triumph and tragedies of the Erie Canal. Uncover the details of each theme behind the Waterway of Change exhibit! Look at the land itself while getting a deeper dive into the point of views that created a lasting impact of the Erie Canal had on New York and The United States of America.   

Please note that these tours will begin inside and continue outside the exhibit. There is walking involved in different types of terrain. Please contact Megan DeJoe at Mdejoe@buffalohistory.org for questions.