Welcome to the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park! Join a park ranger for special children's programs scheduled throughout the year. Visit our online newsletter to learn more about programs in the park. You may also contact any of the six park visitor centers for ranger programs or special events.
Did You Know?
The C&O Canal begins in Georgetown. The canal made extra money by selling water to numerous factories in Georgetown to power water driven machinery such as water wheels, etc. Many factories were located next to canal property.