Nominations Being Accepted for Key to the Locks

Nominations are being accepted for the 12th Annual Key to the Locks Award.  Nomination forms are available at The History Center, 215 Niagara Street, Lockport, NY 14094, or download key-to-locks-nomination-form-17 Please mail or return nominations to the History Center. The deadline is March 10, 2017.

Joel Beyer Awarded 2016 Key to the Locks

Traditionally, at least at the Erie Canal Discovery Center, the kickoff to the new Erie Canal navigation season lands on the first Saturday in May. It is on that day the Key to the Locks is awarded to for the year. The Key to the Locks Award was developed in 2006 to commemorate the twinning of the cities of Lockport and Thorold, Ontario. From 2007 onwards, the award was given to recognize Niagara County residents who exemplify community spirit and promote the heritage of the Erie Canal.