• FestiFall 2026

    FestiFall October 3, 2026 1 — 4 p.m. The Connecticut River Museum will be participating in this years FestiFall, sponsored by the Essex Board of Trade. This years theme is Haunted History! Don't miss the chance to visit the Museum […]

  • Yoga at the Lay House

    Yoga at the Lay House Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. Members: $10 Non-Members: $18 Looking for relaxation by the Connecticut River? Our new Yoga at the Lay House series provides just that! Join instructor Hayley Cann […]

  • Halloween Kids Cruise

    Halloween Kids Cruise October 31, 2026 1:30 p.m. Celebrate the spooky season with a one hour cruise aboard RiverQuest. Children and their guardians will enjoy fun activities and snacks while cruising down the Connecticut River and experiencing the beautiful fall foliage. Children […]

  • River Tales: Stargazers

    River Tales: Stargazers Saturday, November 7, 2026 11 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 2 pm Non-members: $3 per learner Members: FREE! Museum admission is not included with ticket purchase. PURCHASE A TICKET Swing by the Connecticut River […]

  • World Premiere: New Music for the Connecticut River by Ben Cosgrove

    WORLD PREMIERE New Music for the Connecticut River by Ben Cosgrove Historic Lay House November 14, 2026 Concert at 5 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for hors d'oeuvres and drinks Ben Cosgrove, the Museum's Artist-in-Residence, […]

  • Steve Cryan’s 33rd Annual Train Show

    Steve Cryan's 33rd Annual Train Show On view from November 19, 2026 — January 18, 2027 Steve Cryan's Annual Train Show is back for its 33rd year! Every fall, artist and train enthusiast Steve Cryan unveils a new model train […]

  • Yoga at the Lay House

    Yoga at the Lay House Saturday, November 21, 2026 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m. Members: $10 Non-Members: $18 Looking for relaxation by the Connecticut River? Our new Yoga at the Lay House series provides just that! Join instructor Hayley Cann […]