Wabash and Erie Canal

Nature Walk - June 6
2026-06-06 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Join your guide David McCain for a scenic and informative walk through Canal Park and to the newest exhibits under construction, the Delphi Bayou.
This walk will explore the natural and historic amenities of Wabash & Erie Canal Park, and all ages are invited to participate. There is some uneven terrain, but the walk is otherwise mostly flat and manageable over grassy and stone surfaces.
The group will depart from the Wabash & Erie Canal Park Interpretive Center at 2:30pm, and be sure to enjoy the festivities of Pioneer Village Day 2026 taking place the same afternoon!
Check out the 2026 calendar below for other nature walks happening this year:

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 6
2026-06-06 14:30 - 15:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Take an informative and delightful cruise along the last remaining navigable portion of the historic Wabash & Erie Canal in Indiana! This canal boat ride is part of Pioneer Village Day 2026. Don’t forget to explore the Pioneer Village for FREE as part of your visit.
Canal boat rides will take place even in rainy weather, but we will cancel the ride if there is lightning or extreme winds. If we cancel your boat ride, you will be issued a refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
“Tickets unavailable”? Don’t worry, we have you covered! After the office closes on Fridays, online sales also close. If you are trying to buy tickets on the evening before the boat ride (or the day of the boat ride), you must purchase the tickets in person at the Interpretive Center front desk. You may call our office to check on ticket availability, and we will get back to you when a team member is available: (765) 564-2870.
No need to print your tickets! When you make an online purchase, we prepare your tickets, and they will be ready for pickup at the front desk of the Interpretive Center with your name on it. The front desk opens at 1:00PM.
Please note your ticket options below:

Canal Boat Combo Ticket – this is for a ticket on the 2:30 canal boat ride, and INCLUDES entry to the Reed Case House and the Canal Museum
Canal Boat Ride ONLY – this is for a ticket on the 2:30 canal boat ride, but does NOT include entry to the restored Reed Case House or the interactive Canal Museum
General / Child Rates – there is a discount for guests ages 12 and under. Please be sure to purchase the correct tickets for your group

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 6
2026-06-06 13:30 - 14:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Take an informative and delightful cruise along the last remaining navigable portion of the historic Wabash & Erie Canal in Indiana! This canal boat ride is part of Pioneer Village Day 2026. Don’t forget to explore the Pioneer Village for FREE as part of your visit.
Canal boat rides will take place even in rainy weather, but we will cancel the ride if there is lightning or extreme winds. If we cancel your boat ride, you will be issued a refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
“Tickets unavailable”? Don’t worry, we have you covered! After the office closes on Fridays, online sales also close. If you are trying to buy tickets on the evening before the boat ride (or the day of the boat ride), you must purchase the tickets in person at the Interpretive Center front desk. You may call our office to check on ticket availability, and we will get back to you when a team member is available: (765) 564-2870.
No need to print your tickets! When you make an online purchase, we prepare your tickets, and they will be ready for pickup at the front desk of the Interpretive Center with your name on it. The front desk opens at 1:00PM.
Please note your ticket options below:

Canal Boat Combo Ticket – this is for a ticket on the 1:30 canal boat ride, and INCLUDES entry to the Reed Case House and the Canal Museum
Canal Boat Ride ONLY – this is for a ticket on the 1:30 canal boat ride, but does NOT include entry to the restored Reed Case House or the interactive Canal Museum
General / Child Rates – there is a discount for guests ages 12 and under. Please be sure to purchase the correct tickets for your group

Pioneer Village Day 2026
2026-06-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Visit Wabash & Erie Canal Park for an engaging Indiana history experience! The public is welcome to ride the canal boat, visit the interactive museum, tour the historic Reed Case House, and explore the Pioneer Village. Canal Season is your chance to have a blast and learn as you enjoy all that Canal Park offers.
Park entry, parking, Pioneer Village, historic trails, and Playboat are free.
Canal boat rides, museum, and Reed Case House require a ticket.

Canal boat tickets are $12 (ages 13+) or $6 (ages 12-under)
Museum tickets are $6 (ages 13+) or $2 (ages 12-under)
Reed Case House tickets are $6 (ages 13+) or $2 (ages 12-under)
Purchase a Combo Ticket for all the above attractions and save: $20 (ages 13+) or $7 (ages 12-under)

Tickets are available online until close of business on the day prior to the event. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the event at the Interpretive Center front desk, subject to availability. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable unless Canal Park cancels an event due to inclement weather.
To purchase tickets that include the 1:30PM canal boat ride, click here.
To purchase tickets that include the 2:30PM canal boat ride, click here.
To purchase tickets for only the Reed Case House and/or the interactive Canal Museum, please visit the Interpretive Center front desk on the day of the event. The front desk will be open from 1:00-4:00PM.

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 30
2026-05-30 14:30 - 15:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Take an informative and delightful cruise along the last remaining navigable portion of the historic Wabash & Erie Canal in Indiana! This canal boat ride is part of Canal Season Saturday, May 30. Don’t forget to explore the Pioneer Village for FREE as part of your visit.
Canal boat rides will take place even in rainy weather, but we will cancel the ride if there is lightning or extreme winds. If we cancel your boat ride, you will be issued a refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
“Tickets unavailable”? Don’t worry, we have you covered! After the office closes on Fridays, online sales also close. If you are trying to buy tickets on the evening before the boat ride (or the day of the boat ride), you must purchase the tickets in person at the Interpretive Center front desk. You may call our office to check on ticket availability, and we will get back to you when a team member is available: (765) 564-2870.
No need to print your tickets! When you make an online purchase, we prepare your tickets, and they will be ready for pickup at the front desk of the Interpretive Center with your name on it. The front desk opens at 1:00PM.
Please note your ticket options below:

Canal Boat Combo Ticket – this is for a ticket on the 2:30 canal boat ride, and INCLUDES entry to the Reed Case House and the Canal Museum
Canal Boat Ride ONLY – this is for a ticket on the 2:30 canal boat ride, but does NOT include entry to the restored Reed Case House or the interactive Canal Museum
General / Child Rates – there is a discount for guests ages 12 and under. Please be sure to purchase the correct tickets for your group

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 30
2026-05-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Take an informative and delightful cruise along the last remaining navigable portion of the historic Wabash & Erie Canal in Indiana! This canal boat ride is part of Canal Season Saturday, May 30. Don’t forget to explore the Pioneer Village for FREE as part of your visit.
Canal boat rides will take place even in rainy weather, but we will cancel the ride if there is lightning or extreme winds. If we cancel your boat ride, you will be issued a refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
“Tickets unavailable”? Don’t worry, we have you covered! After the office closes on Fridays, online sales also close. If you are trying to buy tickets on the evening before the boat ride (or the day of the boat ride), you must purchase the tickets in person at the Interpretive Center front desk. You may call our office to check on ticket availability, and we will get back to you when a team member is available: (765) 564-2870.
No need to print your tickets! When you make an online purchase, we prepare your tickets, and they will be ready for pickup at the front desk of the Interpretive Center with your name on it. The front desk opens at 1:00PM.
Please note your ticket options below:

Canal Boat Combo Ticket – this is for a ticket on the 1:30 canal boat ride, and INCLUDES entry to the Reed Case House and the Canal Museum
Canal Boat Ride ONLY – this is for a ticket on the 1:30 canal boat ride, but does NOT include entry to the restored Reed Case House or the interactive Canal Museum
General / Child Rates – there is a discount for guests ages 12 and under. Please be sure to purchase the correct tickets for your group

Canal Season Saturday, May 30, 2026
2026-05-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States

Hand Quilting - Spring 2026
2026-05-30 09:00 - 17:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Learn the basics of cutting fabric pieces, sewing those pieces back together to form a block, putting a border on the block, putting three layers of a quilt together, and quilting those three layers, then putting together a small pillow, OR make an 1850’s sunbonnet with quilted brim.

When: Saturday, May 30, 9:00AM – 5:00PM, with 1 hour lunch (bring your own lunch).
Instructor: Becky Crabb. Becky was inspired to quilt as a child while watching her grandmothers quilt. After teaching herself the basics, she joined a group of older women quilters in Florida in the early 1970s. She taught basic hand quilting in adult education many years as well as occasional classes at libraries and quilt stores.
Cost: $72.00, includes all fees and materials. Upon registration, please email classes@canalcenter.org with your preference for making a pillow or a sunbonnet.
Skill Level: Beginner, age limit 14 unless special permission.
Class Size: Minimum 3, maximum 10.
Location: Fouts House, or if too many students, in Interpretive Center.
Participants Bring: Fabric scissors, heavy thimble that fits middle finger, pencil.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Nature Walk - May 23
2026-05-23 14:30 - 15:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Join your guide David McCain for a scenic and informative walk through Canal Park and to the newest exhibits under construction, the Delphi Bayou.
This walk will explore the natural and historic amenities of Wabash & Erie Canal Park, and all ages are invited to participate. There is some uneven terrain, but the walk is otherwise mostly flat and manageable over grassy and stone surfaces.
The group will depart from the Wabash & Erie Canal Park Interpretive Center at 2:30pm, and be sure to enjoy the opening festivities of Canal Season 2026 taking place the same afternoon!
Check out the 2026 calendar below for other nature walks happening this year:

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 23
2026-05-23 14:30 - 15:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Take an informative and delightful cruise along the last remaining navigable portion of the historic Wabash & Erie Canal in Indiana! This canal boat ride is part of Canal Season Opening Day 2026. Don’t forget to explore the Pioneer Village for FREE as part of your visit.
Canal boat rides will take place even in rainy weather, but we will cancel the ride if there is lightning or extreme winds. If we cancel your boat ride, you will be issued a refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
“Tickets unavailable”? Don’t worry, we have you covered! After the office closes on Fridays, online sales also close. If you are trying to buy tickets on the evening before the boat ride (or the day of the boat ride), you must purchase the tickets in person at the Interpretive Center front desk. You may call our office to check on ticket availability, and we will get back to you when a team member is available: (765) 564-2870.
No need to print your tickets! When you make an online purchase, we prepare your tickets, and they will be ready for pickup at the front desk of the Interpretive Center with your name on it. The front desk opens at 1:00PM.
Please note your ticket options below:

Canal Boat Combo Ticket – this is for a ticket on the 2:30 canal boat ride, and INCLUDES entry to the Reed Case House and the Canal Museum
Canal Boat Ride ONLY – this is for a ticket on the 2:30 canal boat ride, but does NOT include entry to the restored Reed Case House or the interactive Canal Museum
General / Child Rates – there is a discount for guests ages 12 and under. Please be sure to purchase the correct tickets for your group

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 23
2026-05-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Take an informative and delightful cruise along the last remaining navigable portion of the historic Wabash & Erie Canal in Indiana! This canal boat ride is part of Canal Season Opening Day 2026. Don’t forget to explore the Pioneer Village for FREE as part of your visit.
Canal boat rides will take place even in rainy weather, but we will cancel the ride if there is lightning or extreme winds. If we cancel your boat ride, you will be issued a refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
“Tickets unavailable”? Don’t worry, we have you covered! After the office closes on Fridays, online sales also close. If you are trying to buy tickets on the evening before the boat ride (or the day of the boat ride), you must purchase the tickets in person at the Interpretive Center front desk. You may call our office to check on ticket availability, and we will get back to you when a team member is available: (765) 564-2870.
No need to print your tickets! When you make an online purchase, we prepare your tickets, and they will be ready for pickup at the front desk of the Interpretive Center with your name on it. The front desk opens at 1:00PM.
Please note your ticket options below:

Canal Boat Combo Ticket – this is for a ticket on the 1:30 canal boat ride, and INCLUDES entry to the Reed Case House and the Canal Museum
Canal Boat Ride ONLY – this is for a ticket on the 1:30 canal boat ride, but does NOT include entry to the restored Reed Case House or the interactive Canal Museum
General / Child Rates – there is a discount for guests ages 12 and under. Please be sure to purchase the correct tickets for your group

Canal Season Opening Day 2026
2026-05-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States

Beginning Hearth Broom - Spring 2026
2026-05-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Using natural broomcorn and choice of color cord, learn to make this beautiful useful broom.

When: Saturday, May 23, 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Instructor: Bev Larson. In 2009 Bev added broom making to her weaving experience and it too is now a passion. In 2016 she received the honor of being named an Indiana Artisan by the State of Indiana for both broom making and basket weaving.
Cost: $57.00, includes fees and materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, ages 18+
Class Size: Minimum 4 students, maximum 10 students.
Location: Speece Picnic Shelter or wherever it is warm enough that day.
Participants Bring: nothing.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers. If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Beginning Spinning - Spring 2026
2026-05-23 09:00 - 12:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: This class is designed for those students who would like to learn the basics of spinning fiber into yarn. Students will learn to draft the wool fiber and spin it into yarn using a drop spindle. Near the end of the class, the students will get to try spinning on a traditional spinning wheel.

When: Saturday, May 23, 9:00AM – 12:30PM
Instructor: Beth Cripe. Beth Cripe fell in love with spinning 8 years ago learning to spin from a friend. After spinning Suri Alpaca fiber and loving it, Beth now breeds Suri Alpacas. She demonstrates spinning and weaving at several reenactments, including Feast of Hunter’s Moon, Colonial Market Days & Kohkohmah. In 2022 & 2023, Beth’s hand spun yarn won Judge’s Choice award at Suri Network National Fleece Show.
Cost: $63.00, includes all materials and fees.
Skill Level: Beginner, age limit 12-14+, depends on attention span since it is a long class. No previous experience needed.
Class Size: Minimum 2 students, maximum 6 students.
Location: Kuns Cabin with lamps, if needed.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers. If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Pine Needle Bowl With Lid - Spring 2026
2026-05-16 09:00 - 14:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Students will make a small pine needle bowl approximately 6” diameter x 5” height with lid out of White Pine Needles to take home. Great as a decoration or to hold a treasure.

When: Saturday, May 16, 9:00AM – 2:00PM, and students may stay later to complete their projects.
Instructor: Linda Cooper started making pine needle and straw bowls, baskets and more about 15 years ago. She has demonstrated crafts at the Indiana State Fair, Feast of the Hunter’s Moon, Wabash and Erie Canal Paper Makers’ Shop and at many festivals in the Midwest.
Cost: $44.00. This includes all fees and materials.
Skill Level: Beginner. Students ages 13-15 require adult accompaniment.
Class Size: Minimum 2 students, maximum 8 students.
Location: Kuns Cabin at Wabash & Erie Canal Park
Participants Bring: scissors, 2 old hand towels.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Needle Felting - Spring 2026
2026-05-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Make a needle felted blue bird which is approximately 5 inches in size. The blue bird can be used as an ornament or set in a house plant.

When: Saturday, May 16, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Instructor: Karen Bradshaw. About 20 years ago at a fiber fest Karen got instructions for wool felting and has enjoyed creating different items ever since. She has many handmade wool felted items on her Christmas tree.
Cost: $70.00. This includes materials and registration fees.
Skill Level: Beginner, for ages 14 and older.
Class Size: Minimum 2 students, maximum 6 students.
Location: Bowen Cabin
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Williamsburg Market Basket - Spring 2026
2026-05-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Make your own Market Basket with handle sizes and color accents to vary.

When: Saturday, May 9, 9:00AM – 3:00PM with 1 hour lunch (bring your own lunch)
Skill Level: Beginner, class is open for students ages 18+
Instructor: Bev Larson. Bev has been weaving since 1988 and teaching since 1999. She loves to share her joy of basket weaving. She has taught in many states and in the Caribbean on basket-making cruises. Her goal is to make basket weaving fun, relaxing and inspiring. In 2003 she won the Eiteljorg Museum Weavers Challenge.
Cost: $74.00, includes all needed materials and registration fees.
Class Size: Minimum 4 students, maximum 10 students.
Location: Picnic Shelter, or wherever it is warm enough that day.
Students Bring: An old towel.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Indigo Dyeing - Spring 2026
2026-05-02 09:00 - 12:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Indigo was used for more than 6,000 years across the world and in Colonial America. Some plantations grew Indigo during the Colonial period. Students will learn to prepare wool yarn for dyeing. They will learn to prepare the indigo dye bath and dye the wool yarn. The Indigo dyeing technique is completely different than any other dyeing technique. Students should wear old clothes and/or bring an apron.

When: Saturday, May 2, 9:00AM – 12:30PM
Instructor: Beth Cripe. Beth Cripe spins Suri Alpaca fiber, which she has won awards with her hand spun yarn. Yarn will be used in the dyeing process.
Cost: $63.00, including all fees and materials.
Skill Level: No previous experience needed. Age limit 12-14, depends on attention span as it is a long class.
Class Size: Minimum 2 students, maximum 6 students.
Location: Speece Picnic Shelter, or at Kuns Cabin in case of rain.
Participants bring: Old clothes and an apron.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers. If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Spring Wildflower Nature Walk
2026-04-18 14:30 - 15:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Join us at Wabash & Erie Canal Park at 2:30pm, April 18 and see blooming spring wildflowers. Perhaps Wild Ginger and May Apples will be in their blooming prime, while some wildflowers like Dutchman’s Breeches may still be blooming.
The photo above shows White Trout Lilies blooming in a sea of their own leaves. We may also see the baby turtles that appear this time of year.
Seasonal migrating birds are back. Perhaps we will see the Baltimore Orioles that nest at the upper end of the Towpath Trail.
The public, of all ages and skill levels, is invited to join for this guided walk. Narrating the walk will be David McCain, and the group will depart from the Interpretive Center at 1030 N. Washington Street in Delphi.

Volunteer Fair 2026
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Get on board with the Wabash & Erie Canal!
Have you ever wondered what it takes to bring Wabash & Erie Canal Park to life? Join us at the 2026 Volunteer Fair and get a behind-the-scenes look at the people and skills that make this historic site thrive. This event will take place at the Interpretive Center on April 18 from 1:00-3:00PM.
Meet the knowledgeable volunteers who keep the park running and learn about the many ways you can get involved. Opportunities include serving as a tour guide, boat crew member, gardener, historic trades artisan, historian, and more.
Volunteering is a great way to connect with your community, share your talents, and discover meaningful purpose while helping preserve local history. No prior experience is needed; our welcoming team will provide all the necessary training. All you need is a desire to make a difference.
Refreshments will be provided. Come meet the team, ask questions, and discover how you can be part of the story!
You can always get more information about volunteering with us on our Volunteer page.

Spring Cleanup Day 2026
2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Help us make Canal Park look its best before Canal Season opens!
This is a volunteer opportunity open to all ages, skills, and interests.
Meet at the Speece Picnic Shelter in the center of the Pioneer Village at 9AM, and join a work crew for a variety of tasks in Canal Park and its trail system. At noon, volunteers can enjoy a free meal provided by the Delphi Psi Otes.
Please RSVP so we can be sure to have enough food for everyone.

Weaving - Spring 2026
2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Learn weaving by making either 2 placemats or a short table runner on a 2-harness loom.

When: Saturday, April 11, 9:00AM-1:00PM
Instructors: Instructors are members of Wabash Weaving Guild. The Weaving Guild has existed for 40 years. Jan Young, wove hot pads as a child in 4-H, taught elementary school for 40 years, and now not only weaves cloth but also weaves stories at Feast of the Hunters’ Moon (since 1977). Vilija Deutschman is a long time weaver who also loves the history and heritage of this craft. Sue Hodge, a retired accountant, who has lived in Carroll County for 43 years, and has been weaving for 8 years. She also enjoys knitting and quilting.
Cost: $45.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, ages 12 and older.
Class Size: Minimum 3 students, maximum 6 students.
Location: Bowen Cabin (if more than 3 students), Loom House (if 3 students)
Participants Bring: Nothing.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Day After Christmas Walk 2025
2025-12-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
This event is free to the public, and includes a narrated walk along the historic trails in Delphi. Join your expert guides to learn about the many natural and historic treasures that reside along the canal route in Delphi. All ages are welcome to join. The walk will be at an easy pace on mostly flat terrain, so walkers of all abilities can join the fun.

Please meet outside the Interpretive Center at Wabash & Erie Canal Park at 1:00PM. Parking is plentiful and free of charge. After the walk, enjoy hot beverages in the Interpretive Center!

Carols at the Canal
2025-12-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Indiana
Join the singing fun at Wabash & Erie Canal Park in Delphi as we sing together and learn the fascinating history behind cherished Christmas classics of the canal era. Vocalist Audrey Johnson will lead this memorable event, sharing songs that have provided upbeat enthusiasm and strength, hope, and faith for generations.
Audrey’s company, Of Thee I Sing, has reached over 10,000 audience members across 10 U.S. states since its inception in 2018, and Canal Park is delighted to host this opportunity for the community’s benefit.
Admission is free to the public, and the sing-along will take place in the White Chapel at Wabash & Erie Canal Park. The music will start at 4:30pm, and the program will last approximately 45 minutes.
Freewill donations are welcomed, and 100% of proceeds support preservation, education, and recreation at Wabash & Erie Canal Park. See below for a helpful park map.

Christmas at the Canal 2025
2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Join the fun with our merriest event of the year! Whether you’re shopping for Christmas, making family memories, or engaging with Indiana history, we have something for you!

Handcrafted Gifts Bazaar

Photos with Santa in the Pioneer Village

Artisans and demonstrations in the cozy cabins of the Pioneer Village

Food and snacks

Live music in the Little White Chapel

Interactive Canal Museum visits

Reed Case Historic Home tours

Admission, parking, tours, and historic activities are all FREE. Thanks to our sponsors, we offer this event as a special gift to the community. Get in the holiday spirit at Wabash & Erie Canal Park in Delphi!
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors:

Vendors

If you’re interested in being a vendor with us, please fill out the online vendor application or mail us a printed application.

ONLINE vendor form

PRINTABLE VENDOR FORM

Hike the Trails Day 2025
2025-11-01 08:00 - 18:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
This is your chance to get a group together and explore some trails! All trails will be open to the public from dawn to dusk. Try and hike them all! Visit our Trails Page to explore your options. This event is self-guided, but we encourage you to take photos and share them to highlight the natural beauty of Delphi’s historical trails.

If you’re looking for a narrated experience, you can enjoy a guided nature walk at 2:30 PM with one of our amazing volunteers. The walking group will meet at the Interpretive Center in Canal Park to gather up and head out!

Annual Meeting 2025
2025-10-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
It has been an incredible year, and there is a lot to celebrate! Join us October 21 at 7:00PM at Wabash & Erie Canal Park for the 2025 Annual Meeting. This delightful evening is open to the public and free of charge, and our program speaker will be Dr. Christopher Moore from the University of Indianapolis.
You are welcome to join a little early for some social time at 6:45PM, and you can see the invitation below for more information.

Fall Cleanup Day 2025
2025-10-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Help us make Canal Park look its best before winter sets in! This is a volunteer opportunity open to all ages, skills, and interests. Meet at the Speece Picnic Shelter in the center of the Pioneer Village at 9AM, and join a work crew for a variety of tasks in Canal Park and its trail system. At noon, volunteers can enjoy a free meal provided by the Delphi Psi Otes.

If you can join the fun, please RSVP below so we can be sure to have enough food for everyone!

Weaving - Fall 2025
2025-09-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Learn weaving by making either 4 coasters or 2 coasters and a small runner on a rigid heddle loom. Finish projects with a hemstitch.

When: Saturday, September 20, 10:00AM – 3:00PM (bring your own lunch).
Instructors: Instructors are members of Weaving Guild. The Weaving Guild has existed for 40 years. Jan Young, wove hot pads as a child in 4-H, taught elementary school for 40 years, and now not only weaves cloth but also weaves stories at Feast of the Hunter’s Moon (since 1977). Vilija Deutschman is a long-time weaver who also loves the history and heritage of this craft. Sue Hodge, a retired accountant, who has lived in Carroll County for 43 years, and has been weaving for 8 years. She also enjoys knitting and quilting. Susan Smith is a retired math teacher and has been weaving for 9 years. She enjoys mixing fibers and colors to create woven items for her home and wardrobe and is looking forward to sharing the joys of weaving in the class.
Cost: $38.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, age 10 or older. Students under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Class size: Minimum 4, maximum 8 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Kuns Cabin.
Participants Bring: Your own lunch
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.

Dyeing - Fall 2025
2025-09-20 09:00 - 12:30 | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Description: Students will learn to prepare wool yarn for dyeing using mordants. They will learn different dyeing techniques in Colonial America and across the world. Students will take home their own hand dyed skeins of wool yarn. Students should wear old clothes and bring an apron. The Traditional Natural Dyeing Class will be held outside using extension cords and crock pots.

When: Saturday, September 20, 9:00AM – 12:30PM
Instructor: Beth Cripe. Beth spins Suri Alpaca fiber, which she has won awards with her hand spun yarn. Yarn will be used in the dyeing process.
Cost: $63.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: No previous experience needed. Students must be at least 12 years old and able to fully focus and participate throughout the class duration.
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Speece Picnic Shelter. If inclement weather, class will be held in the Kuns Cabin.
Participants Bring: Please wear old clothes and bring an apron.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two weeks prior to the class dates.
All classes require pre-registration and pre-payment.
To reserve your spot and pre-pay by check, please mail a check to Canal Park, attn: Classes, 1030 N. Washington Street, Delphi, IN 46923. Please identify your desired class(es) in the check’s memo. A fee will be charged for returned checks.
We reserved the right to cancel classes if minimum registrations are not met. If we cancel a class, students can transfer without a penalty. A full refund (minus credit card fees) will be given to students who do not wish to transfer to another class.
Students may cancel or transfer classes up to two weeks prior to a class without losing their payment (minus credit card fees). Deadline to register is two weeks prior to class.
Students may cancel their registration until two weeks prior to the class date. After this two week deadline, there will be no refunds or transfers.
If a student transfers to another class prior to the two weeks of class, a 20% transfer fee will be charged. The transfer must be for a class within one year of the original class.
