In the mid-1800's, the canal system in the U.S. was thriving. But, by the end of that century, roads and railways had replaced these commercial thoroughfares. Renewed interest in the abandoned canals is now resulting in renovation and ecological site development in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. (MA)

Over 340 books, articles, manuals, newsletters, and other publications concerning the development and operation of historic sites are listed. Most cited materials were published since 1972 and are arranged under four major categories: site development and planning, documentation and preservation of structures and objects, interpretation of…