Center for Inquiry

One dog-owner takes his Saint Bernard along on rides in a cart. Another lets his pooch scoot along on a skateboard. Even if you don’t cross paths with these regulars, chances are you’ll still see a creative rig.

Left unfinished in the 1880s, the Canal now hosts museums, music, a burger joint, and much more.

“There is no doubt in my mind that we’ll be hearing about these kids down the road,” Jones said, “doing extraordinary things in our community and beyond.”

Arguably the greatest orator you’ve never heard will get his due in the downtown spot where he spoke more than 130 years ago.