This guide to the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail is a virtual journey from Cleveland to New Philadelphia, and includes updates on detours and future construction projects. Don't Edit A view of Lake ...

As the War of 1812 came to an end in 1815, Ohio seemed to be a place whose promise was about to be fulfilled. Since the end of the American Revolution, the Ohio Country north of the Ohio River had ...

The Ohio History Connection is highlighting the bicentennial of the Ohio & Erie Canal on its annual Statehood Day, demonstrating how vital the body of water was to the state's growth. "In addition to ...

This photo from the 1880s shows boats on the Columbus Feeder Canal right before its end at the Scioto River near W. Main Street. Before highways or even railroads were the preferred means of ...

Exploring the Ohio Erie Canal offers travelers biking, hiking and interesting roadside stops along its 110 miles of scenic byway. The canal was built in the late 1820s to early 1830s to give easy ...

BALTIMORE - While concerts or big events might be out of the question during the coronavirus pandemic, a new self-guided tour is a fun and educational option. While the formal kickoff won't be until ...

A new Ohio trail featuring over 150 sites highlights the state's historic waterways. The Lake Erie to Ohio River Trail showcases sites like Lake Erie lighthouses, Ohio & Erie Canal locks, museums, ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio - In the early 19 th Century, the Ohio & Erie Canal was built to ferry goods from Lake Erie to the Ohio River and points throughout this region. Before the advent of railroads, boats ...

In June 1859, residents of Tuscarawas County living close to the banks of the Ohio & Erie Canal were treated to a novel sight — a steam-powered canal boat traveling through the area. The Enterprise, ...

This is part of NBC4’s ongoing series about the America 250 Ohio celebration, highlighting Ohio’s contributions to the nation ahead of America’s 250th anniversary celebration in 2026. COLUMBUS, Ohio ...