Written by Elissa Garofalo
This has been a year of transition for the National Canal Museum. In January it was still located in downtown Easton. But due to Crayola’s expansion at Two Rivers Landing, the Museum is now located here along the Lehigh Canal in Easton’s Hugh Moore Park.
To celebrate their move, I want to encourage you to stop by and participate in a weekend of activity that is planned starting tomorrow. Saturday and Sunday August 28th and 29th will be filled with fun for the whole family. Since we want to join in the fun with our new neighbors, the D&L will be exhibiting photos from three years of “Reflections of the D&L” – our annual photo contest.
Not only is it a perfect opportunity to come and visit the only museum of its kind and ride the Josiah White II, you can stop by and visit The D&L offices.
If you have yet to visit the museum or take a ride on Pennsylvania’s only operating canal barge, this will be a great chance to learn all about this important piece of history. The canal museum is a learning experience that both children and adults can enjoy. Oh yea, and this event will also include games, a duck race, contests, and music. You can find more info here: http://www.canals.org/Visitors/Canal_Days_2012
In the meantime, here’s the schedule. Hope to see you there!
Saturday, July 28, 2012
11:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Museum Tours Canal Boat Rides Canoe, Paddle Boat and Kayak Rentals Hugh Moore Park Self Guided Tours Heritage Walks Children’s Activities Face Painting Canal Games – Hoop Races, Float My Boat Balloon Animals Pin the Tail on Hank Arts & Crafts |
Noon | Conch Calling Contest |
1:30 PM | Duck Race |
3:00 PM | Fireflies Musical Yoga for Kids
Kira Wiley, a certified children’s yoga instructor and songwriter, uses original songs, music and rhythm throughout the classes to enhance children’s enjoyment. |
Sunday, July 29, 2012
11:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Museum Tours Canal Boat Rides Canoe, Paddle Boat and Kayak Rentals Hugh Moore Park Self Guided Tours Heritage Walks Children’s Activities Canal Games – Hoop Races, Float My Boat Pin the Tail on Hank Arts & Crafts |
2:30 PM | Music to My Ears – “Miss Kathy”
Classic children’s sing-along songs and even some rock & roll and up beat party music. The children (& any “grownups” who want to join in) sing, dance & play interactive games with shakers, scarves, castanets, hand drums, rubber duckies & “Miss Kathy’s” bubble machine. |