Roanoke Canal Museum - Roanoke Rapids, NC
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N 36° 28.476 W 077° 38.903
18S E 262720 N 4039851
Small museum located on the site of one of the locks of the Roanoke Canal.
Waymark Code: WM5BJ9
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 12/13/2008
Views: 13
This museum features exhibits relating to the building & operation of the Roanoke Canal, as well as information relating to the history of the Roanoke Rapids area. There are also interactive displays & a trail outside which follows the path of the canal. Visitors can also inspect the remains of an old lock - see the link below for more details on the canal & museum.
Theme:
Natural & Cultural History relating to the area.
Street Address:
The Roanoke Canal Museum
15 Jackson Street Ext.
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
Gift Shop: yes
Hours of Operation:
9:00am - 4:00pm (Tues. – Sat.)
Museum Size: Small
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
Food Court: Not Listed
Cost: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
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