Although fascinating, canal history remains one of the hidden stories of America's past. Yet canals were integral to the country's growth, providing the first long-distance "highways" that penetrated America's interior. Their importance was short-lived but came at a time when the United States was establishing itself as an industrial power. Without canals and their ability to transfer natural resources, manufactured products, and thousands of immigrants seeking a new life, America's transition from a farm-based economy to one based on heavy industry would have been delayed by several decades.
The Coldest Crop
Written By: Wendi Blewett
When you think of crops, you probably think of corn, wheat, pumpkins, apples, or any…
A Year in Review: National Canal Museum Highlights
Posted December 29, 2021 by Emily Rose ClaytonA Year in Review: National Canal Museum Highlights
by Digital Engagement Specialist, Emily Rose Clayton
With the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic…
Farewell to the Glendon Hotel
The Glendon Hotel, reputed to be one of the oldest buildings still standing in Northampton County, will soon stand no…
Early EZ-Pass: When People Paid to Cross the Lehigh River
Posted December 8, 2021 by Emily Rose ClaytonEarly EZ-Pass: When People Paid to Cross the Lehigh River
by NCM Historian, Martha Capwell Fox
Especially at this time of year,…
“A Kiss From France” – a Message From a WWI Soldier
Posted November 10, 2021 by Emily Rose Clayton"A Kiss From France" - a Message From a WWI Soldier
by NCM Historian Martha Capwell Fox
In 1954, President Dwight D.…
A Tale of Two Octobers: Disaster at the Lehigh Valley Railroad
Posted November 3, 2021 by Emily Rose ClaytonA Tale of Two Octobers: Disaster at the Lehigh Valley Railroad
By NCM Historian, Martha Capwell Fox
October was not a good…
Help the NCM Solve a Mystery!
Our archives intern, Savannah, found this amazing photograph while sorting pictures for our ongoing cataloging…
Cruisin’ on the Canal
by NCM Historian Martha Capwell Fox
Calling all Dixie alumni and their families! Do you recognize anyone in this picture…
