Riverie will arrive at Schoen Place in Pittsford Thursday morning and will remain docked for viewing until Sunday, when the boat departs for downtown Rochester.May 18, 2023
Corn Hill Navigation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting the community and visitors to Rochester’s historic waterways through boat experiences and educational programs. The group operates the Sam Patch and will launch a second cruise vessel the coming weeks.May 5, 2023
Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor announces $108,000 in grants to communities, non-profits
Updated Jan 18, 2021;
Posted Jan 18, 2021
First place in the On the Water category in the 2020 Erie Canalway photo contest. Sam Patch at Schoen Place (Pittsford) by Kevin Tubiolo, Rochester, NY
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The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor announced recently that 13 non-profit organizations and municipalities will receive grants this year totaling $108,787.
The grants will be used to preserve and showcase the canal’s heritage, educate youth and welcome visitors to explore the canal in their local communities.
“As the pandemic continues to present abnormal challenges it is especially gratifying to support diverse canal inspired innovations. We are so pleased to make these timely investments and contribute to the resilience of our canal communities,” said Bob Radliff, Executive Director of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.