Erie Canal Museum

318 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

Address:	318 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA
Phone:	+1 315-471-0593
Site:	eriecanalmuseum.org
Rating:	4.2
Working:	10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–5PM 10AM–3PM

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Reviews 31

Deven Mcintyre

Went here while passing through on business. I was pleasantly surprised at how thorough and informative it was. Two full floors, life size model canal boat, interactive exhibitions, elevator, gift shop, and artifacts all blended well to explain the significance of the Erie Canal in 19th Century America. Admission was a reasonable $5.00. We parked on the street across from the museum, 2hour limit, metered for a total of $2.50. Takes coin,cash,or credit. There is a diner, and a beer garden to eat or refresh before or after the visit! Right off the highway, located downtown.

Charlie Day

The Erie Canal was an unprecendented undertaking in American history. The effect this project had on the region cannot be overstated. It is a fascinating story. This museum does it a disservice. It is poorly organized, small, and riddled with factual inaccuracies. Not to mention the staff, rude beyond measure. If you want to learn a wonderful story, many great books have been written on the subject. Avoid this museum, its not worth your time or money.

ManInTheBigHat

Very nice experience. Spent an hour there while driving through New York. Would recommend to anyone. I was especially touched by the text of a letter from a man in Ohio to his brother in Germany giving instructions to cross the ocean, get through New York City, up the Hudson, across the canal, over the lake and then on a stage coach. We have it so easy. Even with planes packed tight as they are.

Alex Adkins

Really cool history museum! There is a lot of history to Syracuse, NY I didnt know about until I came here. They have the only surviving weigh-lock in the country! The eerie canal was vital to this countrys growth and its really cool to examine that and think about the history. Very interesting, and a must-see for anyone visiting this city. Plus its only donation based, so give what you want!!

Russell Andrews

I live in Syracuse, NY and visit the Canal Museum frequently. They have recently revamped their exhibit areas and there are several interactive exhibits that will help you understand the hydrology of the canal and its significance to the development of the Empire State and, indeed, the rest of the USA in the early 1800s. The first "Interstate Highway" in the USA to my way of thinking. Enjoy!

Rick Cordaro

The museum doubles as the Syracuse Visitor center so besides tons of New York and Erie Canal history, you can also get tourist information for the area. The staff are very helpful and the building itself is the only remaining weighlock building in New York state. The old photos are outstanding and the museum boasts a research library that is a treasure of Syracuse and CNY history.

Matthew M Morrow

Fascinating piece of New York history! The museum is in the only remaining canal weighlock building in the world, right on the old Erie Canal. Lots from the period including a boat, clothing, tools and an explanation of how the weighing and the canal worked. Would love to take my daughter there again when shes older and into history.

thomas scott

Wonderful hotel close to Destiny Mall. Friendly reception staff who were very helpful with local restaurants. Had a corner room which we felt was spacious. Comfortable bed with great bathroom. Breakfast was available but we decided to venture out instead. Will return and recommend to friends.

Ya Hoo

A must-see if passing through Syracuse. Nice overview of all things related to the famous Erie Canal. You will see things here you wont see anywhere else, including the weigh lock building which is the last of its kind in the U.S. Good for adults and kids alike.

Will Juntunen

Dig the canal so we have water again! I found the staff to be lovely. I really thought it was going to be one of those dreary museums run by those painless history people. But au contraire. Im looking forward to the big Wednesday night next week.

Alice Nelson

Historic, unique, well put together with excellent exhibits...housed in the last standing "weigh house" of the canal era. Gives a window into a different time of American history. A must see....

Lucas Williams

Very disappointed, I thought this was going to be a museum full of ear canals, and that the name was a pun. But, upon arrival I quickly learned that that was not the case, major let down.

Ted Neis

I grew up on the land near the Poolsbrook wide waters my dad Ted E. Neis bought it after WW2 nice displays but not anything about that part of the canal, enjoyed my visit. Ted A. Neis

Betsy Edington

Its a cool place to go to learn about the history of the Erie Canal. They even have a little boat you can go on to see how it was back in the day. And best of all its FREE!!!

Kevin Shampoe

This is a great museum. Great displays, some interactive. A canal boat to be boarded. A fun way to learn about the canal that helped make New York the empire state.

Nichole Orizino

Great museum, you can go right onto the old boat and explore it, a lot of interesting syracuse history to discover inside!!

Moose Krause

Great museum that kept the kids attention. Can do in an hour maybe 2 hours if you read everything.

. Anonymous

Educational and interesting place for visitors of all ages. Very unique.

Michael Connors

This place is awesome for any history buff. Youll learn a lot.

Stephen Westbrook

Excellent displays and info Full size walk thru canal boat..

Doug Schongalla

Very informative and well presented. An hour well spent.