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.
Special Exhibit The Famous Water Machine of Connecticut: How Grit, Determination, and Ingenuity Launched a New Era of Submarine Warfare On view: Now through July 12, 2026 The Connecticut River Museum is home to two Turtle submarines. One, a replica […]
River Tales Saturday, April 4, 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 […]
“Connecticut River Museum Dock.” Photographic reproduction of an original painting by Guy C. Wiggins. Gift from Victoria Winterer, a founder of the Connecticut River Museum. Brenda Milkofsky Curatorial Fund Dinner Saybrook Point Resort & Marina 2 Bridge Street, Old […]
Tired of Winter, we sure are! How about getting out on the water in early Spring to view eagles and more? Join us aboard RiverQuest, departing from our home berth at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex, to search for […]
RiverQuest Earth Day Cruise Saturday, April 18, 2026 3 – 4:30 pm Members: $20 Non-members: $25 PURCHASE TICKETS HERE Join us on RiverQuest for a special Earth Day cruise. Joe Attwater, Conservation & Education Coordinator, RTP Estuary Center Joe holds a […]
Connecticut River Valley Environmental Summit Saturday, May 2, 2026 9 am – 4 pm Wesleyan University The Connecticut River Museum will be hosting the second annual Connecticut River Valley Environmental Summit at Wesleyan University on May 2, 2026. Environmental […]
River Tales Saturday, May 2, 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 […]
The Connecticut River Museum is excited to offer this unique experience. We will be departing on the vessel RiverQuest at 8:00am to go to Selden Neck State Park. There will be guided hikes of your choosing. Pack a lunch in […]
An Evening with the Curator Wednesday, May 6, 2026 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Experience a guided behind-the-scenes tour of our collections storage space led by Jane Bowers, the Museum's Curator, with an outdoor reception on May 6, 2026. This […]
Take a relaxing 2 hour cruise to enjoy the Spring Foliage and evening views on the lower Connecticut River. We will see the pastel hues of the spring foliage and the beauty of the river. See local wildlife and various […]
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