• Lighthouse Cruise to Old Saybrook

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

    RiverQuest River Cruise Lighthouses in Old Saybrook Monday, October 10 10:00 am to 12:00pm $45.00 All guests Join us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise down the Connecticut River to view the Inner and […]

  • James Zug – First Descent of Connecticut River

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

    Tuesday, October 18, 2022 Live Event with Book Signing 6:00 pm Free for CRM Members $5.00 for Non-Members   James Zug, Author, American Traveler: The Life and Adventures of John Ledyard RESERVE YOUR SEAT   CRM Talks Speaker Series: James […]

  • Sunset Foliage Cruise

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

    RiverQuest Sunset Foliage Cruise Sunday, October 23 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm $36.00 Members $40.00 Non-Members Join us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise on the Connecticut River. Enjoy the vibrant colors of the […]

  • Halloween Fun Kids’ Cruises

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

    RiverQuest Halloween Fun Kids' Cruises Saturday, October 29 10:00 am to 11:00 am AND 11:30 am - 12:30 pm $20.00 per Adult $15.00 per Child Join us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for Halloween fun! Every child […]

  • Essex Ed Meet the Author

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

    Tuesday, November 8 1:30 pm Essex Ed's Groundhog Day Parade by Susan Cornell Meet the Author! Join us for a children’s read-aloud and book signing with Sue Cornell, the author of Essex Ed. Enjoy viewing the original artwork included in […]

  • Erik Hesselberg – Night Boat to New York

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

    Tuesday, November 15, 2022 Live Event and Book Signing 6:00 pm Free for CRM Members $5.00 for Non-Members   Erik Hesselberg, Author: Night Boat to New York Steamboats on the Connecticut, 1815–1931   RESERVE YOUR SEAT Join us for an […]

  • 29th Annual Holiday Train Show

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

    29th Annual Holiday Train Show Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Trains run daily Tuesday through Sunday Tuesday, November 22, 2022 - Sunday, February 19, 2023 The family friendly Holiday Train Show exhibit is back at the Connecticut […]

  • Sensory Friendly Hours at the Connecticut River Museum

    November 28, 2022 10:00 am - 12:00 pm RESERVE YOUR SPACE We are committed to deepening our impact within the community. On three Mondays in 2022, days we are not open to the general public, our galleries will open from […]

  • CRM Tree Lighting

    Beginning December 1! Lights turn on at 4:00 pm. Our tree will be illuminated through January 3. Join us on Thursday, 12/1 as we light our tree for the season. Stop by for your holiday card photo op by the […]

  • December Vacation Day Mini Camp

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

    December Vacation Day Mini Camp 2022 Thursday, December 29 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Ages 6 and up   Members: $8.00 Non Members: $10.00 Register Here! Schedule: Thursday, December 29, 2022 Steam Trains! I-Spy activity and Train craft. Important Information: […]