Canal Basin Square is an outdoor transportation history park featuring Virginia’s James River and Kanawha Canal story from the Monacans to the railroads. Exhibits explain river and canal travel in the 18th and 19th centuries and how different means of transportation affected Scottsville. On display is a replica of a James River batteau. and a scale-model demonstration canal lock. The park is also a Virginia Civil War Trails Site.

Hours: For self-guided tours, 7:00 a.m. to dark during Spring, Summer, and Fall when there is no chance of freezing weather. School field trips and guided tours are available by appointment, call 434.286.9267.

Location: 249 Main Street
Scottsville, VA 24590
434.286.9267
http://avenue.org/canalbasinsquare/