NYS Canal Corporation

02/14/2025

🚧 Let’s give some extra love to the Brockport Pedestrian Bridge this Valentine’s Day! 💘

This project is part of the New York State Canal Corporation’s ongoing efforts to revitalize the Erie Canal, blending history, innovation and sustainability. Designed by SHoP Architects, engineered by Arup, and built by local SDVOB contractor Crane Hogan Structural Systems, the pedestrian bridge will connect communities and create new opportunities for recreation and economic growth.

Stay tuned for updates on this transformative addition to the Brockport community, as we honor the Canal’s 200-year legacy while building for the future!

02/11/2025

🎙️ TOMORROW! On February 12, join the 2024 and 2025 Artists-in-Residence for a virtual talk exploring their photographic projects along the Erie Canal.

📆 February 12 | 🕕 6 PM
💻 RSVP here: https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/1/atp-safelinks.html

Discover how these artists are redefining the Canal’s story through their lenses.

02/10/2025

🎙️ THIS WEEK: On Feb. 12, join the 2024 and 2025 Artists-in-Residence for a virtual talk exploring their photographic projects along the Erie Canal.

📆 February 12 | 🕕 6 PM
💻 RSVP here: https://statics.teams.cdn.office.net/evergreen-assets/safelinks/1/atp-safelinks.html

Discover how these artists are redefining the Canal’s story through their lenses.

02/03/2025

🌈 Inclusive fun in Holley!

Happy 200th Birthday to the Erie Canal! And congratulations to Orleans County and the Village of Holley, as they work to strengthen their historic connection to this beloved waterway by creating an ADA-accessible playground at Canal Falls Park with support from a $75,000 Canalway Grant. Nestled beside the Erie Canal, this addition reflects the Canal’s role in enhancing quality of life and creating welcoming spaces for all.

Interested in learning more about this program, and how it is supporting projects across the Canal System? Visit: https://www.canals.ny.gov/community/grant.html

01/31/2025

Director Stratton presented Governor Kathy Hochul's 2025 budget proposal and upcoming Erie Canal Bicentennial events today at the Orleans County Chamber of Commerce's annual legislative luncheon, hosted at the beautiful Bent's Opera House in lovely , where nothing is fine-a! 🎉

01/28/2025

⚓ Middleport’s waterfront gets a boost!
.. You may not have heard yet, but with the start of 2025, the Erie Canal has entered its 💫 Bicentennial era 💫. The Village of Middleport’s waterfront is getting a major glow up to accompany the Canal’s birthday, thanks to an award of $74,150 to upgrade over 700 feet of docks, while also adding modern amenities like electric and water services. With these improvements, Middleport is making its connection to the Erie Canal stronger than ever, ensuring the Canal remains a hub for tourism and recreation for years to come.

🏞️ Building a brighter future along New York’s historic waterway!

01/27/2025

We along with NYS Canal Corporation are excited to announce that 45 non-profit organizations and municipalities will receive 2025 NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure and Event Grants totaling $255,000. The grants will support eleven tourism infrastructure and amenity improvements and 36 events along canal waterways and the Canalway Trail.

Events ranging from large festivals to community celebrations and tours promise to contribute to a lively calendar of bicentennial commemorations. Infrastructure and amenity grants will also fund public park improvements, kayak rental kiosks, educational exhibits, and signage that will enhance the visitor experience for years to come.

To view the full list of awardees, visit:https://eriecanalway.org/application/files/6717/3764/9974/2025_AwardsAnnouncement_AwardeeList_012325.pdf

01/23/2025

🎉 We've reached an exciting milestone on the Brockport Pedestrian Bridge over the !

The final sections of steel are being placed and we are beginning to install the timber decking that will bring this project closer to reality.

When completed later this year, the pedestrian bridge will connect the Village of Brockport and the campus of SUNY Brockport to the , enhancing accessibility and recreational opportunities in the region.

Thanks to the support of the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, the and the New York Power Authority's commitment to sustainability, this project represents the best in modern design, accessibility and environmental stewardship.

Stay tuned for more updates as the bridge progresses toward completion this summer, along with a host of other exciting announcements during our Bicentennial commemoration in 2025.

01/21/2025

Is your canal community our next Trail Town?

Through the Empire State Trail Town program sponsored by the NYS Canal Corporation, PTNY can help your community identify opportunities for growth and implement strategies to become a world-class Trail Town that:

🌱 Supports trail users with amenities and services
🌱 Promotes the benefits of trail usage to residents
🌱 Embraces the trail as a resource to be celebrated and protected

Applications are open now and due March 2, 2025. Learn more at ptny.org/estt

📷: 2024 Empire State Trail Town Little Falls

01/17/2025

🌟 Play for everyone!

The Erie Canal is turning 200 this year, but that doesn’t mean Canal Communities are just looking back – they're looking forward, too! With $150,000 from the Canalway Grant Program, the Town of Macedon will create an accessible and inclusive playground at Gravino Park (just a few blocks from Lock E-30 pictured here!) The playground will act as a cornerstone for the community by offering enhanced opportunities for accessible recreation for nearby housing developments, community members and visitors using the Canalway Trail. This project showcases how the Canal remains a catalyst for recreation and community life, just as it has been for two centuries.

🛝 Celebrating the Canal’s history while creating spaces for the future!

01/16/2025

📢 We extended the deadline for you to submit your ideas for On The Canals adventures with us!

Visit nypa.gov/procurement to review On The Canals 2025 Excursions RFQ Scope of Work and complete the 2025 RFQ Response Form by Jan. 24. We can also email you copies if you reach out to [email protected].

01/15/2025

🌌 History, myth, and identity. Clara Riedlinger explores the spiritual history of Western New York’s Burned Over District, where the Erie Canal reshaped landscapes and sparked cultural reinvention. Her work, debuting at the Everson Museum on January 18, invites you to experience the Canal’s profound impact on our collective identity.

🎟️ Event details: https://everson.org/explore/upcoming-exhibitions/at-waters-edge-reflections/

01/14/2025

🚤 A better waterfront for Tonawanda!

Did you know the Erie Canal turns 200 this year?! As we all work together to keep the Erie Canal’s legacy alive, the City of Tonawanda is receiving $150,000 to replace outdated docks at Gateway Harbor Park. This project will improve safety, accessibility, and amenities for boaters, connecting the community to the Canal’s vibrant history *and* future.

✨ A revitalized Canal for generations to come!

01/13/2025

👩‍🎨 Honoring the women of the Erie Canal! Judit German-Heins, 2024 Artist-in-Residence, celebrates the contributions of women to the Canal with her tintype portraits. Witness her incredible artistry at the Everson Museum starting January 18.

🌊 At Water’s Edge: Reflections on 200 Years of the Erie Canal
🎟️ Event details: https://everson.org/explore/upcoming-exhibitions/at-waters-edge-reflections/

01/10/2025

💡 Big news for upstate communities!

As we celebrate 200 years of the Erie Canal, eight municipalities along the historic New York State Canal System have been awarded $1 million in grants through the Canal Corporation’s Canalway Grant Program.

These grants will bring revitalization to the Canal corridor by enhancing recreational opportunities, supporting local economies, and fostering connections to the rich history of the Erie Canal.

🎉 Discover how these projects are shaping the Canal’s next century athttps://edge.sitecorecloud.io/newyorkpowe2bd0-canalsf418-productionbf60-c829/media/Files/Press-Releases/2025/New-York-Power-Authority-and-New-York-State-Canal-Corporation-Announce-Awards-to-Upstate-Municipalit.pdf

01/10/2025

📸 What does history look like today?

A new exhibit is opening at the Everson Museum of Art on January 18 featuring work by one of our Artists-in-Residence Alon Koppel as he explores Erie Canal history through rephotography. His work highlights the transformations of the Canal’s landscape over its 200 year history.

🎟️ Event details: https://everson.org/explore/upcoming-exhibitions/at-waters-edge-reflections/

01/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Stony Point Art Studio on their new Fairport location!

As part of the On the Canals Accessibility Education Program, this thriving women-owned business is expanding its mission of fostering creativity and inclusivity.

Located at 114 N. Main Street, Fairport, the new, fully accessible studio will serve as a hub for artistic expression and community connection.

🎥 Watch above to see how they’ve already made an impact through !

🎨 What to expect:
• Art classes tailored for children, adults, and homeschoolers of all abilities.
• A vibrant gallery showcasing local artists and regular exhibits.
• A welcoming space focused on breaking barriers to creativity and participation.

Today’s ribbon cutting, joined by the Canal Corporation, Rochester Accessible Adventures, and local leaders, is a testament to Stony Point’s dedication to providing equitable access to recreation and the arts.

📖 Learn more about their inspiring journey and upcoming classes: https://westsidenewsny.com/features/2024-12-30/spencerport-artist-opens-second-studio-location-in-fairport/

🌟 Stop by today from 12:00-3:00 pm to tour the studio, view student artwork, and enjoy refreshments!

01/09/2025