The Shohola Train Wreck, 1864
by NCM Historian Martha Capwell Fox
The anniversary last week of Lincoln’s assassination and funeral brings to mind other impacts of the…
A Glimpse at the Past: Lincoln’s Assassination Through the Diaries of Robert Sayre
Posted April 14, 2021 by Daphne MayerA Glimpse at the Past: Lincoln's Assassination Through the Diaries of Robert Sayre
by NCM Historian Martha Capwell Fox
“Great gloom and…
Mules and Their Drivers along the Delaware & Lehigh Corridor
Posted April 7, 2021 by Daphne MayerMules and Their Drivers along the Delaware & Lehigh Corridor
by NCM Historian, Martha Capwell Fox
April 7 is National Walking Day,…
On April 1, 1921, the "Individual Drinking Cup Company" - which would later be known as Dixie - moved into…
Meet NCM Intern Rachel Moser, Researching 2022 Women’s Labor Exhibit
Posted March 25, 2021 by Daphne MayerWe’re excited to introduce Rachel Moser, currently interning with the National Canal Museum Archives. Rachel is a senior at Moravian College, double-majoring in nursing…
Lucky to Have the Irish
by NCM Historian Martha Capwell Fox
During the 1820s and 30s, when canal-building was booming, it was said…
Conch Shell Horns on the Canal – and way, way back in history.
Posted February 24, 2021 by Daphne MayerConch Shell Horns on the Canal - and way, way back in history.
by NCM Historian Martha Capwell Fox
The deep, loud hoot…
Museum Monday: 1864 Rules and Regulations of the Lehigh Canal
Posted February 1, 2021 by Daphne MayerAt first glance, carrying cargo up and down the Lehigh Canal seems to be a fairly straightforward operation - but…
