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Follow on Google News | Della Is The New Mascot Of The Heritage CorridorBy: National Canal Museum According to Tom Stoneback, Director of the NCM, “Thanks to mules like Della, America was Built here…From our main streets, factories, and historic towns the region led the Industrial Revolution…Because, coal from the Poconos was transported through the canals on boats pulled by tireless mules…so who better to tell the story that America was built here than Della! “Throughout the corridor, on our (real) mule-drawn canal boat, in hundreds of classrooms and in the Museum we celebrate and cheer this leadership with family-friendly learning experiences. Our Smithsonian- Hugh Moore Historical Park and Museum is a Smithsonian- The Heritage Corridor’s mission is to enrich the communities of the Delaware and Lehigh National Heritage corridor through programs and partnerships that conserve the resources, preserve the history, revitalize our communities and celebrate the story. With the D&L Trail as our platform for delivery, the Heritage Corridor creates over 3300 jobs and $240 million in annual revenues. It is home to 1.6 million residents and entertains untold numbers of visitors. Della is its newest member! End
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