Waterway of Change: Complex Legacies of the Erie Canal
exhibitionOct 9 – Nov 29
Free guided tours offered Saturdays at 13:00; admission price not stated on the exhibit page.
This multimedia exhibit traces the Erie Canal’s evolution, highlighting the Indigenous, Black, and immigrant stories behind it.
Description
The narrative begins within Haudenosaunee homeland, moving through the canal's 1825 opening and its subsequent role in Buffalo's rise as a bustling port. Rather than a singular account, the space uses films, touchscreens, audio, and artifacts under dramatic lighting to center Indigenous, Black, women’s, and immigrant perspectives. This interactive multimedia format encourages visitors to navigate the canal’s complex legacy through multiple, often overlooked, lenses.