Erie Canal Museum
History Museum
Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse
"worth the suggested donation and the walk on canal boat"(3 Tips)
"... & more for you to discover."(2 Tips)
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- James CAugust 14, 2016Was a great museum that had a lot of history. It is worth the suggested donation and the walk on canal boat is great.Upvoted Dec 4, 2024
- VisitSyracuseFebruary 3, 2011Housed in an original 1850 Weighlock Building, this museum includes a full-size replica of a canal boat with crew quarters, interactive displays, maps, treasures & more for you to discover.
Petr J.October 5, 2023Nicely designed museum and fun activity while visiting Syracuse. Entrance is currently $10.
TJ GoodmanNovember 4, 2015A great place! Learn about how Syracuse became the city is was and is. A true Gem of the City of Syracuse. A must see for all
VisitSyracuseOctober 26, 2011This cool museum is housed in an 1850 Weighlock Building. Discover artifacts, a full-sized canal boat replica, interactive displays & more. Check out the Gingerbread Gallery during the holidays. Read more
- VisitSyracuseNovember 22, 201126th annual Gingerbread Gallery- 10am-5pm November 25-January 8 (Closed 12/25 and 1/1). Each year the museum transforms into a festive 1800s street scene with more than 40 gingerbread creations.
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Housed in the historic Weighlock Building, the Museum is a treasure trove of artifacts, a full-sized replica canal boat, and other hands-on exhibits.
Open until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
(315) 471-0593
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