This visitor’s center is entirely dedicated to canal history, complete with a working lock that may be viewed in operation on weekends. An exceptionally well restored canal era building houses the center with a lock model, videos and historic canal photos. A number of publications relating to the canals are available for browsing or purchase and the personnel are most helpful. 

Located 2 miles  South of Rockslide Road on Canal Road at Hillside Road

Canal Society of Ohio Inc.

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CVNP Canal Exploration Center

dedicated to canal history

Original Tavern & Store

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