Upcoming events preview

We have several upcoming events at the Museum that we are really excited about. Our major event coming up is our 3 day 1960's event. Students from Roanoke Rapids High School are working really hard to create an amazing experience that's sure to be a great time for all ages. There will be an exhibit, a documentary film, and a concert! All access passes go on sale March 1st, and will be $10 each. The all access pass gets you into all 3 events, but we have a limited amount of passes, so be ready to get yours! Individual tickets to events will be $5 each per event.

Our next lecture is coming up on March 23rd, at 6:30pm. Dr. Greg Taylor, professor of history at Chowan University and author of The History of the North Carolina Communist Party, will present  "It’s About Time: Race, Class, Gender, and the 1960s Ethos that Facilitated Unionization in the Textile Mills of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina". This is sure to be a great and informative lead in to our 1960's weekend, so call (252) 537-2769 to reserve your spot. Admission is $4 for the general public and $3 for friends of the canal.

The mountain biking club is set to begin riding again on March 23rd. More information will be coming soon.

Join us on April 16th and 17th for "A Walk on the Trail with Dr. Riddick and Mrs. Alice Ricks". This tour is specifically designed for wildflower lovers, so call (252) 537-2769 and reserve your spot today. Space on the tour is limited!

Our April lecture will be presented by Christopher Wright, humanities professor at Halifax Community College, and will be titled "The Music of the 1960s". Another exciting lead in to our 60's weekend!

Valentines by Batteaux

The Valentines by Batteaux lecture, presented by Tina Gregory, is tomorrow, February the 23rd. The lecture will begin at 6:30pm. Admission is $4 for the general public, and $3 for friends of the canal. It will be at the Canal Museum, located at 15 Jackson St. Extension. We are really excited for what is sure to be a great, informative lecture. Hope to see you there!

Warmer weather

Warm weather is coming for the week, which makes it a perfect time to visit the museum. A visit paired with a walk down the trail makes for a great day trip. Kids and adults alike will enjoy learning about the history of the canal and walking along the trail. We have picnic tables located outside the museum, so bring lunch and make a day of it!

The "Valentines Via Batteaux" lecture is coming up next week on Wed, the 23rd of Feb. The lecture will begin at 6:30pm. Admission is $4 for the general public, $3 for friends of the canal. Call (252) 537-2769 today to reserve your seat.

Lecture Series

Our first lecture in our lecture series was titled "Flora on the Trail and in the Region", and was presented by Dr. John Dilustro, Professor of Biology at Chowan University. The lecture was very informative and enjoyed by all who attended. Many thanks to Dr. Dilustro!

Our next lecture is going to be presented by Tina Gregory, and will be titled "Valentines by Batteaux". It will be on Monday, Feb. 21st, at 6:30pm. Admission is $4 to the general public, $3 for members of the Friends of the Canal. Call (252) 537-2769 to reserve your spot now! Also ask how you can join the Friends of the Canal today!

We also have a March lecture in the works. Chris Wright from Halifax Community College will be speaking on Music, more details will be available soon!