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.
Image credit: "May Beth," artist unknown, ca. 1920. This watercolor painting features a bell buoy in the foreground and will be displayed in the Rhythm of the River exhibit. Members-Only Exhibit Celebration Rhythm of the River: Music and Memory Along the Connecticut […]
Thursdays on the Dock 102D Army Band and Jazz Combo Thursday, August 6, 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 […]
RiverQuest Kid's Cruise Saturday, August 8, 2026 10 a.m. — 11 a.m. On select Saturday mornings at 10 a.m., we offer a special cruise, designed for young children and their parents, grandparents, etc., aboard RiverQuest. On this cruise, we will […]
Thursdays on the Dock Cherry Pie Thursday, August 13, 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 Thursday evening in […]
Thursdays on the Dock The Italics Thursday, August 20, 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 Thursday evening in […]
Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest August 21, 2026 through September 23, 2026 Join us aboard RiverQuest & Onrust as we sail to a special spot on the Connecticut River where 100’s of thousands of Tree Swallows […]
Thursdays on the Dock Local Honey Thursday, August 27, 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 Thursday evening in […]
Join the Essex Land Trust and the Connecticut River Museum for an intermediate guided Canoe/Kayak paddle from Essex village to explore Historic Falls River Cove. Jeff Croyle, Essex Land Trust Vice President will lead the paddle. Participants must check-in on […]
River Tales: Leaf Man Saturday, September 5, 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. Swing by the Connecticut River Museum […]
Live from the Boathouse! Fred Fresé and Roy Manstan presents The American Turtle in the Revolutionary War Wednesday, September 16, 2026 6 – 7 p.m. This lecture will be available in person and over Zoom. Prices are listed below. In-person Pricing: […]
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