Living history exhibits in Boonville, New York

The Boonville Black River Canal museum, located at 520 Main Street in Boonville, New York, offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the history and significance of this remarkable canal. Our mission is to educate and inspire visitors by showcasing the construction and impact of the canal on the Boonville community. With five buildings to explore, visitors can immerse themselves in the past through engaging photographs and artifacts, hands-on activities, and a full-size replica of a canal boat. The Black River Canal, known for its engineering feat of having more locks per mile than anywhere else in the world, played a central role in the lives of the local community. Come visit us at the corner of Main Street and Route 12 to discover the fascinating history of this historic canal.