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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Finding the First Americans

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

July 8th-12th (ages 9- 12) Learn how to make a dugout canoe, cook on the open fire, make a wigwam model, learn about different ways to catch and find your food, create pottery and other containers, plant a 3 sisters […]

Deep River Cemetery Tour

Fountain Hill Cemetery 57 High Street, Deep River, CT, United States

Free to Members of Deep River Historical Society and CRM members Fountain Hill Cemetery 57 High Street Deep River, CT 06417 Join Connecticut River Museum Curator Amy Trout and Deep River Historical Society Curator Rhonda Forristall to explore the Fountain […]

River Monsters and other Fish Tales

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

August 20, 2019 5:30 - 7:00 pm Hear Connecticut River Conservancy Executive Director Andy Fisk share his story of Connie the River Monster.  See firsthand proof of her existence and learn of other legendary fish tales. Prior to joining CRC […]

Free

Moodus Noises Hike at Machimoodus

Machimoodus State Park 128 Leesville Road, Moodus, CT, United States

Saturday, September 7, 2019 9:00 am Join Connecticut River Museum Coordinator of Education and Naturalist, Steve Sarnoski and town resident Alison Guiness for a hike at Machimoodus State Park. Visit the areas where the famed Moodus Noises have originated and […]

Myths & Legends of the Connecticut River Valley – A Symposium

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

Saturday, September 21, 2019 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Registration Cost $35, Student Rate $25 Optional Onrust Sail, additional $30   A Symposium at the Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426 8:30 – 9:00 am Registration/Sign In […]

Connecticut River Museum Activity Sheets

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

CONNECTICUT RIVER MUSEUM ACTIVITY SHEETS Check out these fun printable activities for kids. We've got coloring pages and word searches! All of these kids activities are totally free and easy to print out and do with your kids. Check back […]

Spring Bird Feeder Craft

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

Spring Bird Feeder Craft   CLICK HERE TO PRINT! Make your Spring a little more fun with this easy and fun craft. “Hide” eggs around your yard for the birds! Put them in trees, too! They are easy to make […]

Mini Wooden Oar Craft – SOLD OUT!

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

SOLD OUT! Mini Wooden Oar Craft Wednesday, June 24, 2020 1:00 - 2:00 pm FREE Event PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST BE PRESENT Bring your friends and family down to our lawn on Wednesday, June 24, from 1:00-2:00 pm for Children’s Oar Decorating […]

FREE

Friendship Bracelet Weaving Craft

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

Friendship Bracelet Weaving Craft Wednesday, July 1 11:00 am - 12:00 pm FREE Event PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST BE PRESENT Did you know that weaving is widely considered one of the oldest surviving crafts in the world, dating back more than 12,000 […]

FREE

Boathouse Kids Fall Crafts – September Scavenger Hunt

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

September Scavenger Hunt Month of September FREE Event Fun September activity! Gather your kids and head to the Museum! Pick up your scavenger hunt bag and scour the area. Bring your treasures to the front desk any time in September […]

FREE
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