- 11/12/2013

“The Story of the Tug Annex,” with local author Russ VanDervoort. Travel the old canal with Russ as he gives a presentation about his ancestor’s tug during 1893-1922. T

At - McGreiveys, 91 Broad Street, Waterford, NY 12188

When: November 12^th, 7-8pm

"Story of the Tug Annex," Waterford Museum’s Winter Series at McGreivey’s

The Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center proudly announces our fourth annual Winter Series (formally known as the Science and Technology Lecture Series.) Join us November 12th for the “The Story of the Tug Annex,” with local author Russ VanDervoort. Travel the old canal with Russ as he gives a presentation about his ancestor’s tug during 1893-1922. The Annex was the first viable tug used on the old Champlain Canal and has a great story. You will he about its involvement in the D & H Canal, Roundout Creek, the Hudson River, Ti Creek, Original Champlain Canal and Champlain Barge Canal.

Enjoy splendid food, fascinating facts, great conversation and engaging company though the Fall and Winter at 7pm on the second Tuesday of every month at McGreivey’s, one of this areas finest restaurants. Programs run 7-8pm, registration starts at 6:30pm. Food & Drink available for PURCHASE all evening. Suggested donation is $6 per person ($5 members).

The Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center is located in the 1830 Hugh White Homestead on Museum Lane in the Town of Waterford. The Museum offers various programs and exhibits year round. For more information about the Museum and its programs please contact the Museum at 238-0809 or check our website www.waterfordmuseum.com .