Current Events & Exhibits

Connecticut River Museum is well known for its wonderful and educational events and exhibitions. Please view all the upcoming happenings taking place by the Connecticut River this season.

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Homeschool Programming: Raptors on the River

Raptors on the River Connecticut River Museum RiverQuest Wednesday, March 22 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Program Cost: $15.00 per session for land-based programs $25.00 per session for boat-based programs Take a boat ride on the RiverQuest for a 2-hour […]

STEAMgirls at CRM: Shani Mensing

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 6:00 pm Connecticut River Museum’s STEAMgirls Program Featuring: Shani Mensing FREE Program! RESERVE YOUR SEATZoom Link will be emailed to attendees  A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying the academic areas of […]

Sensory Friendly Hours at the Connecticut River Museum

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am RESERVE YOUR SPACE The Connecticut River Museum now hosts Sensory-Friendly Hours. Reserve your space today! Thanks to a generous grant from The Petit Family Foundation, we are able to offer sensory […]

Homeschool Programming: Earth Day Celebration

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

Earth Day Celebration Connecticut River Museum Wednesday, April 26 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Program Cost: $15.00 per session for land-based programs $25.00 per session for boat-based programs Dirt is a nature hero. Investigate soil, how it works, and dirt's […]

Homeschool Programming: Indigenous People at Bushnell Farm

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

Indigenous People at Bushnell Farm Connecticut River Museum Wednesday, May 31 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Program Cost: $15.00 per session for land-based programs $25.00 per session for boat-based programs Bushnell Farm is a 22-acre, 17th-century sea-farm which houses a […]

Homeschool Programming: Water Water Everywhere

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

Water Water Everywhere Connecticut River Museum Wednesday, June 28 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Program Cost: $15.00 per session for land-based programs $25.00 per session for boat-based programs Visit our new exhibit Water/Ways. After the visit, learn about watersheds, the […]

Sensory Friendly Hours at the Connecticut River Museum

Monday, July 10, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am RESERVE YOUR SPACE The Connecticut River Museum now hosts Sensory-Friendly Hours. Reserve your space today! Thanks to a generous grant from The Petit Family Foundation, we are able to offer sensory […]

Sensory Friendly Hours at the Connecticut River Museum

Saturday, October 14, 2023 9:00 am - 10:00 am RESERVE YOUR SPACE The Connecticut River Museum now hosts Sensory-Friendly Hours. Reserve your space today! Thanks to a generous grant from The Petit Family Foundation, we are able to offer sensory […]

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