Harrisburg in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Pennsylvania Canal

Photographed By William Pfingsten, March 30, 2008

1. Pennsylvania Canal Marker

Inscription. A State-owned canal system, built 1826-34, to connect Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Lake Erie. The first lock on the canal to be dedicated, March 13, 1827, was "Penn Lock," 150 yards east. It was replaced in 1859 by Locks No. 10 and 11.

Erected 1953 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Places • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Canal, and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is March 13, 1827.

Location. 40° 15.844′ N, 76° 52.806′ W. Marker is in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in Dauphin County. Marker is on Walnut Street, on the left when traveling east. Marker is opposite 555 Walnut Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Harrisburg PA 17101, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Original Capitol Complex (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Technical High School & Old City Hall (about 300 feet away); Trailblazers (about 400 feet away); Underground Railroad (about 400 feet away); Leaders, Stewards and Advocates (about 400 feet away); U.S. Colored Troops Grand Review

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(about 400 feet away); A Bench by the Road: Old Eighth Ward of Harrisburg (about 500 feet away); a different marker also named Pennsylvania Canal (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Harrisburg.

Marker opposite 555 Walnut Street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By William Pfingsten, March 30, 2008

2. Marker opposite 555 Walnut Street

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2008, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,571 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 30, 2008, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.