Canal Park Volunteer Fair 2025
2025-04-05 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Wabash & Erie Canal Park, 1030 N Washington Street, Delphi, Indiana, 46923, United States
Your community needs you!
Come learn about joining the dedicated volunteer team at Wabash & Erie Canal Park in Delphi. If you are interested in serving the community, learning something new, and having a great time in the process, you won’t want to miss this opportunity.
There are roles for every interest and personality, and you can read about some options here. The Volunteer Fair will begin at 1:00PM and will include a tour of Wabash & Erie Canal Park and its facilities. Current volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and teach you something new.
Whatever role interests you, our volunteers will be glad to show you the ropes. Whether it’s piloting the canal boat, greeting guests at the front desk, researching artifacts, or even blacksmithing or coopering, we are excited to share what we know so we can preserve this history for visitors far and wide!
Wabash & Erie Canal Park in Delphi has been sustained for over 50 years through the efforts of volunteers of all ages and skill levels. Will you consider continuing that tradition with us?

Woodpecker Trail Opening Walk
2025-04-12 14:30 - 16:00
Meet at the Interpretive Center at Wabash & Erie Canal Park in Delphi for an exploration of springtime treasures along our newest trail: the Woodpecker Trail!
The group walk will be led by David McCain, and the walking route will begin at the Interpretive Center, heading north towards Founders Point. The group will see a variety of wildflowers and plants, a sign of spring’s arrival! The total walking distance will be approximately 1.25 miles on mostly flat paths of crushed stone. The Woodpecker Trail (about 0.1 mile loop) includes some stairs and inclines.
Come celebrate our newest trail, established thanks to the efforts of local volunteers and AmeriCorps!

Spring Cleanup Day 2025
2025-05-03 09:00 - 13:00
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.

Wool Felting - Spring 2025
2025-05-17 09:00 - 12:00
Description: Make a needle felted lamb approximately 4.5 inches. The lamb can be free standing or as an ornament.

When: Saturday May 17, 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 wool felted items on her Christmas tree.
Cost: $79.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, age 16 or older.
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Bowen Cabin
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.

Shaving Horse - Spring 2025
2025-05-17 09:00 - 17:00
Description: Learn a historic skill to make a Shaving Horse and low work bench using historic and modern tools and methods. Learn what different styles of shaving horses were once used and make a convertible base that will accept the different types. Students will be able to pick one design that fits on the convertible base that will best fit their use. Examples of some of the heads available are shown below. Students should feel comfortable using hand tools.

When: Saturday May 17, 9:00AM – 5:00PM (bring your own lunch).
Instructor: Peter Cooper. Peter has been Green Woodworking and coopering since 1997. He has taught coopering to over 500 students, and made coopered products for National historic sites, national parks and theme parks in the US and Canada.
Cost: $183.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner (students ages 14-18 are allowed if accompanied by an adult).
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 5 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Carpenter Shop.
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.

Weaving - Spring 2025
2025-05-17 10:00 - 15:00
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 May 17, 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.

Nami Express Broom Making - Spring 2025
2025-05-23 09:00 - 12:00
Description: Using natural broomcorn and choice of color cord, learn to make this beautiful round broom with turnover tops.

When: Friday, May 23, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
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: $63.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, age 16 or older.
Class size: Minimum 4, maximum 8 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Broom Maker Shop (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 2025
2025-05-24 09:00 - 12:30
Description: Students will learn to draft wool fiber and spin it into yarn using a drop spindle. The end of the class will be an introduction to using the spinning wheel. Drop spindle and extra wool will be sent home for continued practice.

When: Saturday May 24, 9:00AM – 12:30PM
Instructor: Beth Cripe. Beth 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 Hunters’ Moon, Colonial Market Days, and Kohkohmah. In 2022 & 2023, Beth’s hand spun yarn won Judge’s Choice award at Suri Network National Fleece Show.
Cost: $63.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, ages 12-14 or older, depending on attention span, since this is a long class. No previous experience needed.
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 5 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Kuns Cabin
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.

Canal Season Opening Day 2025
2025-05-24 13:00 - 16:00
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 see below.

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 24
2025-05-24 13:30 - 14:30
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 24. 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.
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

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 24
2025-05-24 14:30 - 15:30
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 24. 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.
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

Pine Needle Bowl - Spring 2025
2025-05-28 09:00 - 13:30
Description: Students will make a bowl approximately 9” diameter x 2” height out of Long Leaf Pine Needles to take home. Great as a decoration or to hold a treasure.

When: Wednesday, May 28, 9:00AM – 1:30PM
Instructor: Linda Cooper. Linda started making pine needle and straw bowls, baskets and about 15 years ago. She has demonstrated and taught crafts at the Indiana State Fair, Feast of the Hunters’ Moon, Wabash and Erie Canal Paper Makers’ Shop and at many festivals in the Midwest.
Cost: $72.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner.
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 students. Students must be at least 14 years old.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Kuns Cabin.
Participants Bring: Small scissors, and 1-2 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.

Backpack Basket Making - Spring 2025
2025-05-30 09:00 - 15:00
Description: Create your own special woven backpack to carry with you on your outdoor adventures

When: Friday, May 30, 9:00AM – 3:00PM (bring your own lunch).
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: $94.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, age 16 or older.
Class size: Minimum 4, maximum 10 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Speece Picnic Shelter or wherever it is warm enough that day.
Participants 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.

Coopering Bucket - Spring 2025
2025-05-30 09:00 - 2025-05-31 17:00
Description: Learn a historic skill to make a wooden bucket using historic tools and methods. Learn what old tools are still available today and make some that aren’t. Students should feel comfortable using hand tools and will be learning to make staves, bottom, hoops and rope handles. This is a two-day class.

When: Friday and Saturday, May 30-31, 9:00AM – 5:00PM (bring your own lunch for each day).
Instructor: Peter Cooper. Peter has been coopering since 1997. He has taught coopering to over 500 students, and made coopered products for National historic sites, national parks and theme parks in the US and Canada.
Cost: $255.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner (Students ages 14-18 are allowed if accompanied by an adult).
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 5 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Cooper Shop
Participants Bring: Your own lunch. Optional tool list will be provided after registration.
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.

Canal Season Saturday, May 31, 2025
2025-05-31 13:00 - 16:00

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 31
2025-05-31 13:30 - 14:30
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 31. 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.
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

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, May 31
2025-05-31 14:30 - 15:30
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 31. 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.
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

Pioneer Village Day 2025
2025-06-07 13:00 - 16:00

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 7
2025-06-07 13:30 - 14:30
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, June 7. 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.
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

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 7
2025-06-07 14:30 - 15:30
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, June 7. 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.
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

Advanced Spinning - Spring 2025
2025-06-14 09:00 - 12:30
Description: This class is designed for those students who have taken the Beginning Spinning Class or have some previous experience in spinning. Students will learn to draft the wool fiber and spin it into yarn using the traditional spinning wheel. Students may bring their own spinning wheel.

When: Saturday, June 14, 9:00AM – 12:30PM
Instructor: Beth Cripe. Beth 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. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Requires having taken Beginning Spinning class or have some spinning experience.
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 students. If you can bring your own spinning wheel, capacity can increase to up to 8 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Kuns Cabin
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.

Hand Quilting - Spring 2025
2025-06-14 09:00 - 17:00
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 June 14, 9:00AM – 5:00PM (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. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, age 14 or older unless special permission.
Class size: Minimum 3, maximum 10 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Fouts House, or in the Interpretive Center if extra space is needed.
Participants Bring: Your own lunch, fabric scissors, a heavy thimble that fits your middle finger, and a 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.

Canal Season Saturday, June 14, 2025
2025-06-14 13:00 - 16:00

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 14
2025-06-14 13:30 - 14:30
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, June 14. 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.
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

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 14
2025-06-14 14:30 - 15:30
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, June 14. 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.
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

Dyeing - Spring 2025
2025-06-21 09:00 - 12:30
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/or bring an apron.

When: Saturday June 21, 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: Beginner. Age limit 12-14 years old, depending on attention span as this is a long class.
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.

Canal Season Saturday, June 21, 2025
2025-06-21 13:00 - 16:00

1:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 21
2025-06-21 13:30 - 14:30
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, June 21. 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.
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

2:30 Canal Boat Ride, June 21
2025-06-21 14:30 - 15:30
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, June 21. 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.
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

Backpack Basket Making - June 2025
2025-06-28 09:00 - 13:00
Description: Create your own special woven backpack to carry with you on your outdoor adventures

When: Saturday, June 28, 9:00AM – 1:00PM
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: $94.00. This cost covers registration and all necessary materials.
Skill Level: Beginner, age 16 or older.
Class size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 students.
Location: Wabash & Erie Canal Park, Speece Picnic Shelter or wherever it is warm enough that day.
Participants Bring: An old towel.
Terms and Conditions:

Registration and payment are required at least two days 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 days 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.
