Canal Place Heritage Park
A family enjoying the fountain at Canal Place Heritage Park.
The original location for Maryland’s first certified Heritage Area is located at the historic western terminus of the C&O Canal in Cumberland, Maryland.
Canal Place’s ongoing mission is to honor and preserve local heritage and the C&O Canal and bring history to life for visitors and residents alike.
Visitors can ride the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, hike or bike the C&O Canal Towpath and the Great Allegheny Passage, tour a full-scale Canal Boat replica, learn about canal history at the C&O Canal National Historic Park’s Cumberland Visitor Center, and enjoy unique festivals.
Stop in to the Shops at Canal Place and the check out the Canal Place festival grounds for upcoming events and entertainment.
Download Walking Tour Map
The Canal Place Heritage Park is now a component of the larger Passages of the Western Potomac Heritage Area.
Canal Place Heritage Park
A family enjoying the fountain at Canal Place Heritage Park.
The original location for Maryland’s first certified Heritage Area is located at the historic western terminus of the C&O Canal in Cumberland, Maryland.
Canal Place’s ongoing mission is to honor and preserve local heritage and the C&O Canal and bring history to life for visitors and residents alike.
Visitors can ride the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, hike or bike the C&O Canal Towpath and the Great Allegheny Passage, tour a full-scale Canal Boat replica, learn about canal history at the C&O Canal National Historic Park’s Cumberland Visitor Center, and enjoy unique festivals.
Stop in to the Shops at Canal Place and the check out the Canal Place festival grounds for upcoming events and entertainment.
Download Walking Tour Map
The Canal Place Heritage Park is now a component of the larger Passages of the Western Potomac Heritage Area.
