C&O Canal History Program

Learn a bit more about the C&O Canal and it’s importance in American History.

You all know about the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, right? Did you know that it was supposed to go all the way to Pittsburgh, PA? Do you know who first thought of the idea? I’ll give you a hint, he’s known as the greatest president America ever had. If you want to know more, come to Heritage Frederick at 2pm on August 28th where we’ll show you the canal and tell you stories from it’s history.