• Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series, Session One

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

    Tuesday, September 24, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Today we will learn the basics of fishing equipment. Identify the types of rods & reels, learn how to cast and attempt knot tying. Then try out our fishing skills on […]

  • Source to Sea Cleanup

    Saturday, September 28, 2019 2:00 pm We are participating in the 23rd Annual Source to Sea Cleanup! The Source to Sea Cleanup is an annual trash cleanup of the Connecticut River system – rivers, streams, parks, boat launches, trails and […]

  • Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series, Session Two

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

    Tuesday, October 8, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm What types of fish are living in the River? There are over 70 species of fish living in the lower Connecticut River and we will discuss how to identify the more […]

  • Role of Fungi in the Forest Hike with Bill Yule

    Pattaconk Lake State Forest Road, Chester, United States

    Role of Fungi in the Forest Hike with Bill Yule   This hike has been postponed due to inclement weather. Please email educate@ctrivermuseum.org with any questions. Thank you.  

  • Fall Leaf-Peeping Cruise on the Connecticut River

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

    October 12, 2019 2:00 – 3:30 pm Join Naturalist and Environmental Educator, Steve Sarnoski, at the Connecticut River Museum for a leaf-peeping cruise on the Connecticut River aboard our replica of the historic ship Onrust. Enjoy the vibrant colors and […]

    $33
  • Dogs on the Docks

    Sunday, October 13, 2019 1:00 - 3:00 pm The waterfront lawn of the Connecticut River Museum will once again be “going to the dogs” with the commencement of the 15th Annual “Dogs On The Dock” parade and competition. Dog owners […]

    $10 – $15
  • Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series, Session Three

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

    Tuesday, October 22, 2019 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Want to catch a striped bass or channel catfish?  Knowing strategies for different fish during different seasons helps you know what to carry in your tackle box.  Learn about the types […]

  • Haunted River- Ghostly Tales & Valley Lore 10-25-19

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

    Haunted River Friday, October 25, 2019 6:00 pm   Witch Trials, the XYZ Bandit, Madam Sherri and more. ALL NEW stories based on Connecticut River Valley Myths and Legends! Ghost tours depart every twenty minutes beginning at 6:00 pm each […]

  • Haunted River- Ghostly Tales & Valley Lore 10-26-19

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

    Haunted River Saturday, October 26, 2019 6:00 pm   Witch Trials, the XYZ Bandit, Madam Sherri and more. ALL NEW stories based on Connecticut River Valley Myths and Legends! Ghost tours depart every twenty minutes beginning at 6:00 pm each […]