Thursday May 28, 2026: 7:00pm

“The Miami and Erie Canal in Butler County”

In 2026, the Miami and Erie Canal celebrates its 200th anniversary.  Middletown Historical Society president Sam Ashworth explains the rise and fall of this area’s most amazing engineering marvel of its time. The “ditch” stretching from Toledo to Cincinnati began its construction right here in Butler County when New York governor Dewitt Clinton turned the first spade of dirt in Middletown. For decades the canal was the heart of local commerce, travel, and leisure until it was unceremoniously discarded upon the arrival of the ‘Iron Horse’.

Admission is free for BCHS members or $5.00 for non-members payable at the door. Reservations are required-and limited to 100-please use the link on the website to register. If you have any questions please call BCHS at 513-896-9930!