state line and Junction, Ohio. This figure, however, has been vigorously contested by some canal historians. Several types of boats traveled on the canal but the two used for business were the packet and the line boat. The packet was primarily used for transportation of passengers while the line boats hauled freight. From 1853 until its demise, canal receipts steadily declined. The canal could only remain navigable for eight months a year. One of the great ironies of history is that the slow-paced, mule-driven canal boats transported the rails from foundries for building the railroads
which ultimately put the canal out of business by the 1870’s. Though most of the canal has long since deteriorated, parts of the towpath and some small segments of the canal itself are still visible along the south side of the gravel road which runs along side of the canal.
Directions: West of Francisco at the intersection of County Roads 175 South and 550 East. From I-64 take US Hwy 41 North to IN SR 64 East through Princeton to County Road 550 East, then south to the intersection of County Road 175 South.
Barn Quilt Trail With over 225 hand-painted blocks adorning the landscape, the Gibson County Barn Quilt Trail provides the perfect opportunity to step off the beaten path and discover homespun beauty in the heart of southwestern Indiana. Enjoy a weekend searching for each unique and colorful pattern on the trail, while visiting some of Gibson County’s must-see attractions along the way! To find more behind-the-scenes photos and stories, visit the Gibson County Barn Quilt Facebook page. To get started, simply view the map via your mobile device or pick up a copy of the Gibson County Barn Quilt Trail & Visitor Guide at the Princeton Visitors Center, 702 West Broadway, Princeton, IN.
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