Historic Markers - The Central Canal IN327

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The Central Canal IN327

Part of a statewide canal system begun in the late 1830's. The Central was projected from Peru to Worthington via Marion and Martinsville. Twenty-four miles were completed in this region. Railroads soon replaced the canals.

Erected by Indiana Sesquicentennial Commission, 1966.

Illinois St. & Westfield Blvd., Indianapolis, Marion County Indiana


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