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.
Concert Underway aboard RiverQuest with Ben Cosgrove Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Join us aboard RiverQuest for a performance by our new Artist In-Residence, Ben Cosgrove! Ben Cosgrove is a traveling composer-performer whose music reflects his interest in environment, […]
River Tales Saturday, June 6, 2026 11 am – 12 pm and 1 pm – 2 pm Non-members: $3 per learner Members: FREE! Museum admission is not included with ticket purchase. SIGN UP HERE! Swing by the Connecticut River […]
Shanties & Sails: Littlefield and Morneault Tuesday, June 9, 2026 5:30-6:30 Shanties: FREE 7:00-8:00 Onrust: $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! Shanties & Sails are back! This five-week live music performance series has a different performance each week […]
Connecticut Sea Music Festival June 12-15, 2026 The 5th Annual CT Sea Music Festival will drop anchor in historic downtown Essex on June 12-15, 2026. As Stroll Essex Village Magazine states, “This beloved weekend is a highlight of the season […]
Shanties & Sails: Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:30-6:30 Shanties: FREE 7:00-8:00 Onrust: $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! Shanties & Sails are back! This five-week live music performance series has a different performance […]
CANCELLED - Rain Shanties & Sails: Marc Bernier Tuesday, June 23, 2026 5:30-6:30 Shanties: FREE 7:00-8:00 Onrust: $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! Shanties & Sails are back! This five-week live music performance series has a different performance each week […]
Give a special child in your life an unforgettable summer adventure at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp! Specially crafted for children ages 6-11, these 6 weeks of camp offer a unique opportunity to explore the natural wonders of the […]
Shanties & Sails: My Druthers Tuesday, June 30, 2026 5:30-6:30 Shanties: FREE 7:00-8:00 Onrust: $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! Shanties & Sails are back! This five-week live music performance series has a different performance each week and […]
July 4th, 2026 12pm – 3pm Join the Connecticut River Museum this Independence Day for an afternoon of excitement, learning and fun! Enjoy a spectacle of dazzling boat displays and cannon fire after visiting the Museum exhibits and […]
Thursdays on the Dock Eight to the Bar Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:30 – 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple for 17 years and remains the premier destination for waterfront music. Swing by each […]
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