Adolph Kastor & the Camillus Cutlery Company

Curious about the construction at the Cutlery Building in Camillus? Wondering how Camillus and cutlery came together? Presenter Doug Sutherland will bring the story to life, past and present, for […]

Volunteer Orientation Day

Did you know that all the activities and maintenance at the Camillus Erie Canal Park are operated by volunteers? Do you love history and want to share with visitors? Are […]

Canal Clean Sweep!

Spring is in the air and everything needs a little Spring Cleaning! Would you like to help clear trails, clean & straighten the museum, paint, weed whack or do any […]

Opening Day 2023!

You know Summer is around the corner when we go back to our full calendar hours! Please join us for our kick-off day and see what we've been working on […]

First Boat Rides of 2023!

Come travel the historic Erie Canal over the only rewatered and navigable aqueduct remaining from the First Enlargement of the Erie Canal left in the World! This 45 minute narrated […]

Steam Engine Exhibit Open!

Step back in time and visit our Steam Engine Exhibit, across Devoe Road from the Sims Store Museum. See the impact improvements in machinery had on the local economy. Talk […]

Cycle the Erie 2023

Come cheer on over 700 cyclists who are traveling the entire length of the Erie Canal over a 6 day period, from Buffalo to Albany! They love coming to Camillus […]

Tow Path Day

Go back in time for this family-oriented event celebrating the Erie Canal right here in Camillus! Lots of entertainment, children's activities, narrated boat rides, crafters, vendors, food and MORE! FREE […]

Saturday Fun at Sims Store!

Maxwell Library at the CanalCraft for children of all ages.Free. No registration needed.Join Jenny, Director of Maxwell Memorial Library, at the Camillus Erie Canal Sims' Store Museum to make a […]

FREE Saturday Story Time

Join local author Joni Lincoln as she reads her book, Maud the Erie House Dog, at 1pm and 2pm here at Sims Store. Maud was a real dog & major […]

Holiday Shopping at Sims Store

Shop from local crafters & get the perfect gift for those "hard to shop for" friends & family! Today we will highlight local crafter Lori Mackessy and her wonderful stuffed […]

Volunteer Holiday Party

2023 was a great year because of you, our wonderful volunteers, so come and bring a dish to pass and we will celebrate! Beverages will be provided and immediate family […]