27 June 2019
We stopped
in Metamora, IN to visit the White-Water Canal Historic site. Since we had just visited a similar site in
Ohio, we wanted to learn more about these early canals. Like the canal system in Ohio, these canals
were dug by hand and were important transportation links with the rivers to
move goods and people in the early 1800’s.
Today, this is a state historic site including the canal at lock #25 and
Metamora grist mill. The web site states
that boat tours are offered during the season.
We first strolled
around the quaint town. It was quiet
with very little activity.
We then
moved to the lock and gristmill area.
The locks did not appear to be in working condition with one side of the
lock had large amounts of mud visible.
Sadly, it
appears that the town is not doing very well. Many of the buildings are in
disrepair and a large number are for sale.
1 comment:
Glad you resisted the temptation to buy one of those buildings and used the wheels on your home to get away. ;c)
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