Homeschool

Myths & Legends of the Connecticut River 10:00am – 12:00pm Tis the season for a tall tale! Spend a morning exploring centuries of folklore, legends, and the supernatural mysteries of the Connecticut River Valley. Curriculum Connections: This lesson focuses on […]

  Sink or Float! The History (and Mystery) of the Bushnell Turtle  10:00am – 12:00pm The Bushnell Turtle was the first of its kind and has left an impact on how we use submarines today. But who was Bushnell, what […]

Steampower & Train Show  10:00am – 12:00pm What makes a steam engine go? Explore steam technology and craft a simple machine based on objects in the Museum. We’ll visit the Annual Train Show, a fully operational 26-foot train layout, for […]

Frozen! 10:00am – 12:00pm BRRR! When it gets cold, the Connecticut River freezes, which causes all sorts of challenges, from transportation to day-to-day life and more. Learn how people along the River have adapted and innovated to life during the […]

Photo: Mark Yuknat - Connecticut River Expeditions   Eagle Watch! 10:00am – 12:00pm Get out on the River with a ride on RiverQuest. – this two-hour cruise along the lower Connecticut River will offer opportunities to observe birds during the nesting season. […]

The February class sold out, so we've added a second date!  Eagle Watch 2! March 7, 2024   10:00am – 12:00pm Get out on the River with a ride on RiverQuest. – this two-hour cruise along the lower Connecticut River will offer opportunities […]

  Women’s History Month 10:00am – 12:00pm Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning about the women who made their mark on the Connecticut River! Pharmacists, doctors, dressmakers, and architects are just a few of the many professions women had beginning […]