The Virginia Canals and Navigations Society’s web pages offer general information of value to its members and interested “canal buffs”.
The organization itself was formed in 1977 to preserve and enhance Virginia’s rich inland waterways heritage in all its fascinating aspects. History, exploration, archeology, modeling, local lore and legend, restoration, preservation, park and trail development – these are some of the many areas of interest our members pursue to their own great satisfaction and frequently to the lasting benefit of their communities and state.
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Tiller Articles Needed!!DEADLINE – Sept. 1st
The 2022 VCNS/JRBF Fall Tiller is being compiled and you have the opportunity to be featured! Articles should be complete…
Gwynn Lock Cleanup
One of the activities of the canal society that benefit Virginia’s historic resources is cleaning up overgrown locks. On March…
Crossing of the Dan
The crossing of the Dan River is an annual event held each February in South Boston, Virginia to commemorate the1781…