RiverFare!

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

On Thursday, May 26, the waterfront lawn of the Connecticut River Museum will be the scenic setting for RiverFare 2016, the unofficial kick off of summer on the shoreline, featuring … Continue reading

$60 – $65

Schooner Cruises Aboard Mary E

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

There’s no better way to experience the wonders and natural beauty of the Connecticut! Climb aboard the historic Schooner Mary E for an afternoon or sunset cruise June through October. Enjoy views … Continue reading

$18 – $35

Thursdays on the Dock

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

The Connecticut River Museum is proud to once again offer its free series of weekly concerts throughout July and August.  These Thursday evening performances feature a different musical act each … Continue reading

Free

Long Tidal River: Four Artists, Four States

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

This latest exhibit will feature the works of four artists (one from each state bordering the Connecticut River) that have found inspiration in the Connecticut River Valley’s landscapes, people, places … Continue reading

Free

Thursdays on the Dock- Geoff Kaufman

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

Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free concerts on the Connecticut River Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine, and Porky Pete’s … Continue reading

Free

Essex Annual Shad Bake

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

June 2 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm The Rotary Club of Essex and the Connecticut River Museum are happy to again partner to bring you a classic Connecticut Spring tradition: the … Continue reading

Swallow Paddle

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

Thursday, September 6th, 5:30 – 8:30pm; Check in 5:00, Paddle 5:30 - 8:30 This sunset paddle on the Connecticut River will give us a unique opportunity to see one of … Continue reading

Onrust Cruises

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

Onrust is back for a second season of sailing on the Connecticut River!  Uncover the rich heritage and natural beauty of the Connecticut River aboard the Onrust, a replica of Dutch Explorer … Continue reading

Dogs on the Dock

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. … Continue reading

$10

CRM Virtual Speaker Series: How Did We Clean Up Our Rivers?

Connecticut River Museum Talks: How Did We Clean Up Our Rivers? An Environmental History of the Legislation, Technology, and Politics of Clean Water in the Connecticut River Watershed. Andrew Fisk, Ph.D., Executive Director at the Connecticut River Conservancy will be our guest, speaking on the history and technology of clean water, and what should “clean” mean.

$10

CRM Virtual Speaker Series: Mills: Making Places of Connecticut

Join Renee Tribert of Preservation Connecticut as we discuss the historic physical structures that speak to Connecticut’s industrial past, and carry forward to our present and future. Interesting industries/architecture, as well as case studies on different rehabs throughout the state will be discussed. Highlights cover the industries in Essex, Deep River, and other places along the Connecticut River.

$10

STEAM Girls Series: Ming Thompson

STEAMgirls Series Featuring: Ming Thompson Thursday, April 15, 2021 4:30 pm FREE program! A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying the academic areas of STEAM: Science, … Continue reading

Free

STEAM Girls Series: Erica Cirino

STEAM Girls Series Featuring: Erica Cirino Thursday, May 6, 2021 4:30 pm Connecticut River Museum’s STEAMgirls Program FREE Program! A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying … Continue reading

Free

STEAM Girls Series: Gabriel Chevalier

STEAM Girls Series Featuring: Gabriel Chevalier Thursday, June 10, 2021 4:30 pm STEAMgirls Program Featuring: Gabriel Chevalier FREE program! A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying … Continue reading

Free

STEAM Girls Series: Shani Mensing

STEAM Girls Series Featuring: Shani Mensing Tuesday, June 22, 2021 4:30 pm STEAMgirls Program FREE program! A virtual program to serve girls, age 10-16, interested in studying the academic areas … Continue reading

Free

Shanties & Sails: Skylark

Shanties & Sails is back! Come down and enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. You want to be on deck to hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour … Continue reading

$25

Jazzy Juneteenth River Cruise

Come along for a Jazz Dinner Cruise aboard the RiverQuest. Price includes food and one complementary drink. Vocals by  Michael Dunham. Food by Berkins on Main and Brown Butter. Cash … Continue reading

$75

Shanties & Sails: Johnson Girls

Shanties & Sails are back! Enjoy an evening of Sea Shanties. Hear talented shanty and sea-song musicians for a FREE one hour live performance. Add onto your evening to continue the fun. … Continue reading

$25

Contact Us



    Essex Board of Trade, Inc., P.O. Box 322
    Essex, CT 06426 or email Info@EssexCT.com