Write a commentAt the February meeting of the local chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) curator Michael Pittavino of the H. Lee White Maritime Museum presented a talk on the Oswego Canal.
Pittavino used images and items from the Museum’s archives to highlight the importance of the Oswego Canal and its impact on economic development in Oswego County communities along the canal. The New York State Barge Canal System is celebrating its 200 year anniversary and is a National Historic Landmark.
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Located on the West First Street Pier in Oswego’s Historic Maritime District, winter hours for the Maritime Museum and Treasure Chest Gift Shop are Monday through Friday from 10-5 pm, weekends by appointment. For more information, contact the Museum at (315) 342-0480, or visit www.hlwmm.org
