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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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

Thursdays on the Dock – Longsplice!

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

Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. New England Cider Company is […]

Free

Thursdays on the Dock – Ramblin’ Dan Stevens

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

Thursday, August 29, 2019 5:30 - 7:30 pm Join us this week for music with Ramblin Dan Stevens, gorgeous views of the River, food with Porky Pete’s BBQ and FREE massages with Prive-Swiss Wellness. No BYOB please. Thursday’s on the […]

Free

CT River Museum Annual Swallow Paddle

Pilgrim Landing Boat Launch Pilgrim Landing Road, Old Lyme, CT, United States

Tuesday, September 3, 2019 5:00 - 8:00 pm This sunset paddle on the Connecticut River will give us a unique opportunity to see one of Natures’ most amazing avian spectacles, the swirling masses of up to 400,000 Tree Swallow performing […]

Thursdays on the Dock – Small Pond All Stars

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

September 5, 2019 5:30 - 7:30 pm Small Pond All Stars and drinks tasting with Two Roads Brewing Since 2010, Thursday’s on the Dock have become the unofficial start to the summer weekend.  The free concert series features a different […]

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 […]

Pratt and Post Cove Paddle

Sunday, September 15, 2019 2:00 - 4:00 pm Connecticut River Museum staff will lead a guided paddle in Deep River's Pratt and Post Coves. Bring your own canoe or kayak and explore this rare freshwater tidal marsh, recognized for its […]

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 […]

Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series, Session Four

Tuesday, November 5 10:00 - 12:30 pm Why do some fish live in saltwater or freshwater?  Why do fish have different numbers of fins? Fish vary greatly in size, shape and range.  We will take a closer look at the […]

Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series, Session One

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

Tuesday, September 24, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Today we will learn the basics of fishing equipment. Identify the types of rods & reels, learn how to cast and attempt knot tying. Then try out our fishing skills on […]

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