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Monday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm Tuesday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm Wednesday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm Thursday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm Friday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm Saturday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm Sunday 1pm - 2:30pm 3pm - 4:30pm

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Erie Canal Cruises, Inc www.eriecanalcruises.com Cruise with us and you will experience going through one of the most histor We run public cruises daily departing at 1:00 and 3:00pm.
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Join Erie Canal Cruises aboard a Lil' Diamond vessel for a 90 minute narrated historical cruise. The Erie Canal is an important part of the NY state canal system and helped settle the West. Our Captains entertain with tales of the canal: what Clinton's ditch was, how it helped open the west to build the America we know today, how and why it was expanded, why it's still important to upstate New Yor

k culture. The tour is great for not only history lovers, but also sightseers. We pass through giant storm gates reminiscent of the Thames Barrier, the Historic Fort Herkimer Church (second-oldest in NY state) and often spot birds of interest such as green and blue herons and the occasional bald eagle. Lock 18, through which the boat passes, is one of the last remaining 100 year old locks with all original equipment. The boat enters the lock, the gates close behind, and suddenly the lock house seems to rise into the air as slimy walls creep up alongside the boat. When something especially cool happens, such as an eagle sighting or a 10 million dollar mega yacht approaching, the Captains interrupt their talk to make sure no one misses it. Before leaving save time to visit the unique 70 store gift shop at Gems Along the Mohawk and enjoy lunch or dinner at the fabulous Waterfront Grille, both located right next to the boat dock. Or if you have some extra time on your way to or from Cooperstown, we are located directly across from exit 30 on the NYS Thruway. If you are looking for a great sightseeing cruise, we are a most do! There are things to do on our cruise for everyone: picture taking, listening to a history lesson, learning how a lock works, going through a lock that is 100 years old and a special treat for kids of getting a chance to steer the boat! If you are looking for a fun boat ride for people of all ages, please come and cruise with us! www.eriecanalcruises.com

02/03/2025

New program series announcement!

In an effort to bolster community resiliency, comradery, and solidarity the Erie Canal Museum will be hosting a series skill sharing workshop, where presenters from community partners will teach the basics of how to do a variety of useful skills that also would have been practiced by canallers of the past, present, and future. These workshops will provide training in a way that will allow participants to transfer these skills to their everyday lives. Registration is required since space in each workshop is limited.

Register for our upcoming Skill Share Workshops and stay in the loop as more dates are added through the following link: https://www.simpletix.com/e/skill-share-workshops-tickets-201838

10/04/2024

Don't Miss the Boat!
Our season is winding down - our last cruise is departing on Sunday, October 13th.
The fall colors are appearing and the scenery is spectacular!
Our 90-minute sight seeing cruises are a great way to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season. We'll tell you all about the history of the Erie Canal, and why this Canal is unique to this state and the nation.
We travel through Lock 18 - an elevator for boats that lifts and lowers vessels over 20 feet!
Check schedules and purchase tickets on our website:

We invite you to join us on one of our fun and historically fascinating narrated Erie Canal cruises in Herkimer, NY. Book a boat tour online today!

09/14/2024

It's a great time to take a cruise on the Erie Canal! Our 90-minute sight-seeing cruises feature an award-winning narration about the past, present and future of this historic waterway, Hear about the incredible history as you watch the kingfishers, heron, ducks, osprey and bald eagles!
On our journey, we pass by the historic Fort Herkimer Church, which is one of the oldest standing churches in New York state.
The highlight of our trip is a ride through Lock 18. Raising and lowering boats over 20 feet, this lock features a majority of the original equipment installed over 100 years ago. Your Captain will explain how the lock operator raises and lowers valves to allow the water in and out of the lock. It is an incredible experience!
Check out our website for more information and to purchase your tickets:
www.eriecanalcruises.com

08/13/2024

Celebrate your special occasion with us! We had some folks on board recently that were celebrating 25 and 50 year wedding anniversaries! Congratulations!
Captain Jerry likes to tell a little story about anniversaries. In 2025, the Erie Canal will be celebrating it's 200th anniversary! Also in 2025, Captain Jerry will be celebrating 50 years as a US Coast Guard Captain! There is one more anniversary he is celebrating in 2025, and you will have to ask him personally about that one...
Join us on a sight-seeing cruise to celebrate a special event or to learn about the amazing history of the Erie Canal. We cruise through Lock 18 and tell you all about the 100+ year old equipment working just as it did when it was installed.
We are located at Gems Along the Mohawk in Herkimer, also home of the Waterfront Grille (open Wed-Sat). Cruising, shopping and dining all in one location!
Check cruise schedules on our website at www.eriecanalcruises.com

07/02/2024

Erie Canal Cruises, Inc. Recognized as a Traveler-Favorite Tour!

HERKIMER, NY – July 2, 2024 – Erie Canal Cruises, Inc. is pleased to announce today that it has been recognized in Tripadivsor’s® Travelers’ Choice® Awards for 2024. The award honors businesses that consistently earn great reviews, placing them among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.

As the world’s largest travel guidance platform, Tripadvisor has unparalleled authority with travelers and diners. This award is based on genuine feedback from anyone in the community who has visited and left an authentic, first-hand review on Tripadvisor over a 12-month period, making it a valuable and trustworthy designation of great places to visit.

Captain Jerry Gertz, owner of Erie Canal Cruises, Inc., is proud of this Travelers’ Choice designation. “We are honored to be included among travelers’ favorites this year. Our entire staff of Captains, Crew and Support Personnel work very hard everyday to give you a 5-star experience with us!”

“Congratulations to Captain Jerry and the entire Erie Canal Cruises team on its recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2024,” said John Boris, Chief Growth Officer at Tripadvisor. “Travelers’ Choice honors businesses that consistently demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence. This means you have made such a memorable impact on your visitors that many of them took the time to go online and leave a great review about their experience. People rely on Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice seal to help them navigate the myriad of things to see, eat and do across the globe. We hope this recognition continues to drive business to you in 2024 and beyond.”

Check out all the reviews on TripAdvisor and discover more about Erie Canal Cruises here: www.eriecanalcruises.com

06/13/2024

Did you know this is the 200th consecutive year of navigation on the Erie Canal? Since 1825, Captains have made their way through New York State on the three different Erie Canals.
Take a journey back in time with us on a sight-seeing cruise and learn about the incredible history and the interesting characters that have traveled this waterway for 2 centuries!
Our cruises feature an award-winning narration on the past, present and future of this iconic waterway. The highlight of our journey is a trip through Lock 18, which raises and lowers vessels over 20 feet!
Your USCG licensed Captain will answer all your questions about the Erie Canal and how the locks operate. You may even be entertained by some good jokes and funny stories!
We encourage you to buy your tickets in advance, as cruises do sell out. Check out our website for current cruise schedules and to purchase tickets: www.eriecanalcruises.com

05/16/2024

We are excited to announce our Opening Day this Saturday, May 18th! Join us for a sight-seeing cruise and experience the thrill of traveling through a Lock that raises and lowers boats 20 feet!
With the Erie Canal opening tomorrow to navigation - the annual parade of yachts begins. This time of year, large groups of "Loopers" begin to gather in Waterford, NY in anticipation of the opening of the Erie Canal. Most of these folks are living on their vessels and are traveling the longest circumnavigation in the eastern USA.
Enjoy an award-winning narration on the past, present and future of the Erie Canal and help us welcome all the "Loopers" to the Empire State!
Ticket prices: Adults – $25.00, Children (ages 4-10) – $15.00, Infants 3 and under – FREE.
We encourage you to pre-book your tickets in advance on our website: www.eriecanalcruises.com

04/29/2024

Join the Erie Canal Cruises team!
As we prepare for our 2024 season (May 18 - October 16), we are looking for additional team members to join us for a fun and rewarding seasonal position.
We are looking for:
-United States Coast Guard certified Captain with 25 ton license
-Crew Member
Both positions are part time and seasonal. US Coast Guard regulations require all candidates to successfully pass pre-employment drug screening.
Please email your resume to: [email protected]

04/12/2024

We recently attended the Spring meeting of the New York State Tour Boat Association in Albany. It was a full day of networking and knowledge sharing from vessel safety to invasive species in NY waterways. A great feature of the meeting was a map plotted with our fellow tour boat operators in many different areas of New York State.
We would like to thank the leadership of the NYSTBA for a great meeting!

Address

800 Mohawk Street
Herkimer, NY
13350

Opening Hours

Monday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm
Thursday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm
Friday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm
Saturday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm
Sunday	1pm - 2:30pm
	3pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13157170350

Website

http://www.eriecanalcruises.com/

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Join Erie Canal Cruises aboard a Lil' Diamond vessel for a cruise on the most storied Canal in the world. The Erie Canal is an important part of the New York State Canal System and helped settle the West. Our Captains entertain with tales of the Canal: what Clinton's ditch was, how it helped to build the America we know today, how and why it was expanded, and why it is still important to upstate New York culture. Our 90-minute sight-seeing cruise is great for history lovers and nature lovers. We pass through giant storm gates reminiscent of the Thames Barrier, the Historic Fort Herkimer Church (second-oldest in NY) and often spot birds of interest such as green and blue herons and the occasional bald eagle. Lock 18, through which the vessel passes, is one of the last remaining 100 year old locks with all original equipment. As we enter the lock, the gates slowly close behind, and suddenly the lock house seems to rise into the air as the lock walls creep up alongside the boat. When something especially interesting happens, such as an eagle sighting or a multi-million dollar mega yacht approaching, the Captains interrupt their talk to make sure no one misses it. We offer sight seeing cruises daily departing at 1:00 and/or 3:00pm from mid-May through mid-October. For an extended cruise experience, take a Living History Cruise that includes a tour of the Historic General Herkimer Homestead with costumed re-enactors and demonstrations, along with and a BBQ feast. The Living History Cruise travels through 2 locks and is offered select weekends. Another cruise option is our fun and exciting Friday Night Party Cruises with DJ and dancing. Rock the Lock as we travel through Lock 18 at sunset, a fun cruise for adults.

Cruising, shopping and dining in one location! When visiting, make some time to check out the unique gift super-store at Gems Along the Mohawk featuring New York products! Also on site, enjoy lunch or dinner at the fabulous Waterfront Grille located right next to the boat dock. We are 15 minutes from Utica, a 30 minute drive from Cooperstown, and conveniently located directly across from Exit 30 on the NY Thruway (I-90).