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Celebrate 200 Years of the Erie Canal with Historian Tom Ragosta
Join Watervliet Historian Tom Ragosta for a fascinating look back at one of America's greatest engineering feats—the Erie Canal—as we commemorate its 200th anniversary this October. Discover how this ambitious waterway transformed New York State and the nation, opening new paths for commerce, migration, and innovation. From groundbreaking construction techniques to its lasting impact on American history, this talk promises insights and stories that bring the canal's legacy to life.