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Centennial Celebration: Watering of the Erie Barge Canal
May 10, 2018Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Host/Presenter: NY State Canal Corporation
Location: 333 Westmoreland Drive, Rochester, NY, 14620
Email: http://www.bargecanal100.com
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Witness the re-creation of the first inflow of water into the 20th century Erie Canal at the the East Guard Lock east of Kendrick Road in Rochester as “Teddy Roosevelt” sponsors, and other dignitaries greet the public and ceremoniously commemorate the event using the authentic shovel used 100 years ago on May 10th. 1918. Dignitaries will also unveil a bronze plaque to celebrate the designation of the NYS Canal System as a National Historic Landmark. The Event is FREE