• Paddle Program – Come Paddle With Us!

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

    Explore the North, Middle, South Coves, and Nott Island on Kayaks, Stand Up Paddle Boards (SUPs), and Canoes. The 2 hour paddle price includes your vessel, a laminated map to show you the best spots to paddle, and a Personal […]

  • Onrust River Cruises

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

    Sail on the Onrust from June 20 through October 25, 2020 The Connecticut River Museum hosts the Onrust, a re-creation of the vessel Adriaen Block built in 1614.  Now in its fourth year on our docks, Onrust is available for […]

  • 27th Annual Holiday Train Show

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

    PURCHASE TICKETS  Prepaid, timed admission tickets are required for all visitors, including Members. Please remember that these are timed-entry tickets. If you are unable to arrive in time for your reserved session, you may be asked to transfer to a […]

  • 28th Annual Holiday Train Show

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

    28th Annual Holiday Train Show Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Trains run daily Tuesday through Sunday Tuesday, November 23, 2021 - Sunday, February 20, 2022 The family friendly Holiday Train Show exhibit is back at the Connecticut […]

  • Kids’ Craft: Pine Cone Birdfeeder

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

    Kids' Craft in the Museum Boathouse Tuesday, February 22 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Free; Please register so that we have enough supplies for all. RESERVE YOUR SEAT PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST BE PRESENT Create a beautiful and environmentally friendly Pine Cone […]