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Schuylkill River Canal System

May 12, 2018 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Please join the King of Prussia Historical Society at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 12, at Christ Church (Old Swedes) when society member, Marianne Hooper Furman, presents “Schuylkill River Canal System.” 

From 1825 through the 1860s canals along the Schuylkill River were a primary way to move goods – everything from coal to farm goods – to market in Philadelphia and beyond.  Join us to to learn the history of the canal in our area and its importance to the growth of the township.

When:    Saturday, May 12 at 2:00 pm
What:     Schuylkill River Canal System
Who:      Marianne Hooper Furman
Where:   Christ Church Old Swedes Hall,  740 River Road, Swedesburg PA 19405  (Directions)

Meetings are free and open to the public.

Details

Date:
May 12, 2018
Time:
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue

Christ Church (Old Swedes) – Church Hall
740 River Rd
Swedesburg, PA 19405 United States
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Website:
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