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  • Homeschool Day: Steam Power & Train Show

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

    DECEMBER: Steam Power & Train Show—Thursday 12.12.24 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 […]

  • River Tales: Winter Trees

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

    CRM River Tales Saturday, January 4, 2024 11 am – 12 pm and 1 – 2 pm SIGN UP HERE! Non-members: $3 per learner Members: FREE! Museum admission is not included with ticket purchase.   "Trees that once had leaves […]

  • Homeschool Day: Winter Games & Cozy Crafts

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

    JANUARY: Winter Games & Cozy Crafts—1.9.25 BRRR! When it gets cold, the Connecticut River freezes, which causes all sorts of challenges, from transportation to day-to-day life and, most importantly…boredom. Learn how people along the River entertained themselves during the coldest […]

  • River Tales: The Eagles are Back

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

    River Tales Saturday, February 1, 2025 11 am – 12 pm and 1 – 2 pm SIGN UP HERE! Non-members: $3 per learner Members: FREE! Museum admission is not included with ticket purchase.   A program just for kids 4+ […]

  • Connecticut Myths and Legends

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

    Connecticut Myths and Legends A lecture featuring author and illustrator Patrick Scalisi and Valerie Ruby-Omen Saturday, February 8, 2025 5 pm – 6 pm SIGN UP HERE! Non-members: $5 Members: FREE!   Join author Patrick Scalisi and artist Valeria Ruby-Omen […]

  • Sensory Friendly Hour

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

    Sensory Friendly Hour Monday, February 10, 2025 10:30 – 11 am   RESERVE TICKETS HERE   With generous support from The Petit Family Foundation, we are pleased to provide sensory friendly items including bean bag chairs, noise-canceling headphones and fidget […]

  • Homeschool Day: Eagle Watch 1 & Eagle Watch 2

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

    FEBRUARY: Eagle Watch 1 & Eagle Watch 2—Thursdays 2.13.25 & 2.20.25 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. Search […]

  • River Tales: Who’s Hiding on the River?

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

    River Tales Saturday, March 1, 2025 11 am – 12 pm and 1 – 2 pm SIGN UP HERE! Non-members: $3 per learner Members: FREE! Museum admission is not included with ticket purchase.   Swing by the Connecticut River Museum […]