May 24, 2023: Akron Public School Children Enjoy an Afternoon of Fishing & Stewardship

On May 24, the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition hosted our annual Ohio & Erie Canalway Fishing Derby at the Wilbeth Road Trailhead in Akron, Ohio.  Third and fourth graders from Akron Public…
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GAR Foundation awards capital grant for Lock 3 Park

In March, the GAR Foundation awarded $100,000 to the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition for the long-term maintenance of the improved Lock 3 Park. We are very grateful to the GAR Foundation for…
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Downtown Akron Residents Break Ground on Lock 3 Park Transformation

On Thursday, April 6, the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition, in partnership with the City of Akron and residents of the downtown Akron neighborhood, held a groundbreaking celebration for the…
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4/5/2023: Massillon Levee Repair Update

The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail from Lake Avenue to Tremont Street in Massillon will be open to the public on the weekends starting April 7th.
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4/3/23: Phones are unavailable

Due to severe weather over the weekend, phones at the Richard Howe House are currently down. If you are trying to contact the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition today, please email us via our contact…
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Ohio & Erie Canal Summit Lake Construction Activities Schedule

These graphics show the timeline of construction activities to take place at the Ohio & Erie Canal Summit Lake Trail. This construction schedule and map shows the phases of construction and…
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