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Weighlock Building's 175th Birthday!

  • July 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Erie Canal Museum

    318 Erie Boulevard East
    Syracuse, New York 13202
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Description

Take part in celebrating the 175th birthday of the Weighlock Building, the last remaining structure from the Erie Canal system. The day will include the unveiling of the Museum’s refreshed brand identity, reflecting its forward-thinking vision while honoring its history.

The day's celebration will feature cake, prizes, and a canal-themed scavenger hunt. Visitors can also enjoy live performances of the Marsellus Family music box, dating back to 1866.

If you're not sure what to get us for our birthday, consider supporting the Erie Canal Museum’s matching grant challenge from the Pomeroy Foundation. With $7,000 raised so far, we need your help to unlock the remaining $13,000 to fund vital historical research.

Date & Time

Tue, Jul 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Venue Details

Erie Canal Museum

318 Erie Boulevard East
Syracuse, New York 13202 Erie Canal Museum
Erie Canal Museum

The Erie Canal Museum, located in Downtown Syracuse, NY, engages the public in the story of the Erie Canal’s transformative impacts on peoples and places in the past, present, and future. We are stewards and interpreters of Erie Canal related materials and heritage. The Museum is housed in the 1850 National Register Weighlock Building, the last remaining structure of its kind. Visit us for exhibits with interactive displays and original artifacts, and engaging programs. The Erie Canal Museum is a must-see for adults and children of all ages.


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