Lloyd Historical Society
Upcoming Program
Monday, May 1, 2023
“WOMEN AND THE D&H CANAL”
Presented by BILL MERCHANT
The Delaware & Hudson Canal was an important industrial enterprise in 19th century America, marketing Pennsylvania anthracite coal through its Canal and later its extensive railroad network. It relied on the labor of marginalized peoples-immigrants, women, children and people of color-to construct and operate its Canal. Historian Bill Merchant has conducted extensive research on the plight of the many marginalized peoples who comprised the vast majority of the workforce. Although women are the most ignored by history, this presentation relates how women contributed to its immense success, using stories from primary sources and many period images.
Monday, May 1, 2023
7:00 p.m.
Highland Public Library
14 Elting Place
Highland NY 12528
Monday, May 1, 2023
7:00 p.m.
Highland Public Library
14 Elting Place
Highland NY 12528