
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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May 2022
Onrust and RiverQuest Cruises 2022
Two Ways to Cruise the Connecticut River Sail on the Onrust or Cruise on the RiverQuest RESERVE YOUR CRUISE HERE! The Onrust, a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614, is available for public cruises and private charters through September 25. Built over several years in upstate New York using traditional plans and means, the Onrust is a wholly unique ship that serves to educate and entertain visitors curious about the age of exploration, the fur trade, and…
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13th Annual Essex Auto Club Car Show – July 4th
13th Annual Essex Auto Club Car Show – July 4th July 04, 2022 10:00 am - 2:00 pm $20.00 per car; $5.00 general admission Essex Auto Club 13th Annual Car Show on July 4th The Essex Auto Club will hold its annual car show on the grounds of the Connecticut River Museum on July 4th from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. This well-attended annual event features a broad range of cars - from vintage classics to more contemporary offerings - all…
Find out more »CRM Lectures Underway: Johan C. Varekamp
Thursday, July 7, 2022 4:00 - 5:30 pm $40 Members $45 Non-Members RESERVE YOUR SEAT Johan Varekamp, professor emeritus, Wesleyan University The life and times of Adriaen Block Join Johan Varekamp aboard the Onrust while he talks about the four voyages of Block and his friends from Holland to the Americas, their adventures, goals, and the role they played in the establishment of the New Netherlands colony. Johan “Joop” Varekamp, East Haddam CT Dr. Johan C. Varekamp is the Harold…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock – Java Groove
Thursdays on the Dock Java Groove Thursday, July 7, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. From swing to Sinatra to Sting,…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock – USCG Jazz Band
Thursdays on the Dock USCG Dixieland Band Thursday, July 14, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. The United States Coast Guard…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock: John Spignesi Band
John Spignesi Band Thursday, July 21, 2021 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. New Haven based quartet "JSB" (shortened for The John Spignesi Band)…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock – Eight to the Bar
Thursdays on the Dock Eight to the Bar Thursday, July 28, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Drawing its musical influences…
Find out more »August 2022
Thursdays on the Dock: Local Honey
Local Honey Thursday, August 4, 2022 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Born out of a mutual respect for all things auditory and a…
Find out more »Conquer the Current Paddle Regatta 2022
Register Here! Conquer the Current 2022 Featuring the popular 9 mile race! While we appear to be over the Covid pandemic, we continue to abide by any CDC and local health authority guidelines, which currently have no restrictions. This is a One Way Race, Point A to Point B. Registrants must find their own rides to/from each location. Uber is available in our area. This fun race/ regatta is open to all non-motorized, safe, and seaworthy paddle craft including but…
Find out more »Thursdays on the Dock: Mama Train Jazz Band
Mama Train Jazz Band Thursday, August 11, 2022 5:30-7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are still the destination for waterfront music. Each Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30-7:30, bring a chair or blanket, and watch the sun go down over the river. Our presenting sponsor, Prive Swiss Wellness is always on hand offering massages and giveaways. Jazz/Blues band, Mama Train, blends the warmth of rich female…
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