Thursday, August 17 | 5:30—7:30 pm Since 2010, Thursdays on the Dock are the unofficial start to the summer weekend. The free concert series features a different band each night … Continue reading
Thursday, August 10 | 5:30—7:30 pm Since 2010, Thursdays on the Dock are the unofficial start to the summer weekend. The free concert series features a different band each night … Continue reading
Sunday, August 5 | 8:00 am—3:00 pm The Connecticut River Museum’s second annual downriver paddle regatta to benefit the Museum’s education programs will take place on August 5th, 2018 from … Continue reading
Thursday, August 3 | 5:30—7:30 pm Since 2010, Thursdays on the Dock are the unofficial start to the summer weekend. The free concert series features a different band each night … Continue reading
Friday, July 27, 4:00 PM Join our Environmental Educator, Suzanne Burns, for a family friendly environmental cruise aboard the Onrust. Learn about the lush ecological environment of the lower Connecticut … Continue reading
Thursday, July 20| 5:30—7:30 pm Since 2010, Thursdays on the Dock are the unofficial start to the summer weekend. The free concert series features a different band each night and … Continue reading
Saturday, July 14 | 9:00 am — 4:30 pm The Southern New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society holds their 34th annual “Vintage Treasures” show at the … Continue reading
Thursday, July 5 – Thursday, August 30 | 5:30—7:30 pm Since 2010, Thursdays on the Dock are the unofficial start to the summer weekend. The free concert series features a … Continue reading
Now through October 8 | CRM’s Paddle Explorations Program will run through early October. Rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard and get out on the river on a self-guided tour! … Continue reading
Through October 8, included with Museum Admission The Thirsty River exhibit explores the role of alcohol in the Connecticut River Valley – past, present and future. Trace its story beginning … Continue reading
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
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
Join us for our annual Dogs on the Dock! Sunday, October 8th, 1-3 PM Connecticut River Museum Registration opens 1:00 PM at the Connecticut River Museum Blessing of Dogs 1:30 … Continue reading
Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will … Continue reading
Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will … Continue reading
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
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
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
Thursdays on the Dock - USCG Dixieland Jazz Band Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free Thursday night concerts on the Connecticut River Museum’s riverfront lawn. … Continue reading
Theater Along the River- The Tempest- July 29th, lawn opens 6PM, curtains 7PM Flock Theatre returns to the Connecticut River Museum with their summer production of Shakespeare’s classic The Tempest. … Continue reading
Thursdays on the Dock- Clari- Vibes Trio Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free Thursday night concerts on the Connecticut River Museum’s riverfront lawn. The Museum’s … Continue reading
Thursdays on the Dock- Ramblin’ Dan Stevens Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free Thursday night concerts on the Connecticut River Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s … Continue reading
Thursdays on the Dock - Larry Kaplan Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free Thursday night concerts on the Connecticut River Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s … Continue reading
Thursdays on the Dock- Small Pond All Stars Join us for Thursdays on the Dock, a series of free Thursday night concerts on the Connecticut River Museum’s riverfront lawn. The … Continue reading
Vulture: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird- June 15th, 5:30PM Join Katie Fallon, author of Vulture: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird, at the Connecticut River Museum for … Continue reading
Water Chestnut Programs - une 13th & 25th The Connecticut River Conservancy and Connecticut River Museum want your help controlling one of the worst invasive species in the Connecticut River- … Continue reading
Essex Annual Shad Bake 2017 June 3rd, 3-6pm The Rotary Club of Essex and the Connecticut River Museum are happy to again partner to bring you a classic Connecticut Spring … Continue reading
Join Stanley Kolber, award winning nature photographer, for a wonderful photography workshop in the museum’s Eagles of Essex exhibit. Birds were Stan’s first love when, some fifteen years ago, he … Continue reading
Privateers' Bash 2017 "Ahoy, Matey! Come if ye dare to be part of our swashbucklin’ crew who are lookin’ for a lively way to let off a bit o’ winter … Continue reading
Join Stanley Kolber, award winning nature photographer, for a wonderful photography workshop in the museum’s Eagles of Essex exhibit. Birds were Stan’s first love when, some fifteen years ago, he … Continue reading
Winter Wildlife Eagle Cruises Feb. 4th through March 19th, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. CRM welcomes back RiverQuest for this year’s Winter Wildlife Cruises! Tours depart Fridays at 10:00AM and 12:30PM, … Continue reading
An Evening at the Lay House: Tavern NightFriday, January 27th, Seatings at 6pm and 8pm The Connecticut River Museum’s Lay House is transformed into a 19th century Tavern for the … Continue reading
Come down to the Connecticut River Museum on Sunday afternoon, September 18th for a riverside concert by renowned roots musicians Ben Hunter and Joe Seamons! These songster revivalists perform a … Continue reading
For their second performance of the Summer at CRM, New London's Flock Theatre Company will perform Shakespeare's perennial classic, The Taming of the Shrew. Bring a picnic supper, spread a … Continue reading
The 32nd Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will take place on Museum grounds Saturday, July 9th. Organized by the Southern New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic … Continue reading
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
Flock Theatre Company returns for a third year of Theater Along the River, this time performing Edward III. First printed in 1596 by the London bookseller and publisher, Cuthbert Burby, the play’s title … Continue reading
Are you looking for a new way to get out and connect with the Connecticut River? Rent a canoe or kayak and explore the coves of Essex. Saturday and Sundays, canoes, … Continue reading
Fifty-seven years ago, the Rotary Club of Essex introduced the quintessential New England shoreline tradition; a dining experience known as a shad bake. Yankee Magazine has called it one of the “Top … Continue reading
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
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
The historic British Raid on Essex comes to life in Essex Village and at the Connecticut River Museum. The Sailing Masters of 1812 Fife & Drum Corps’ annual parade kicks … Continue reading
Opening March 31st, the museum’s latest exhibit Invaders: They come by Air, Land, and Water focuses on the impact that various invasive plant and animal species have on the Connecticut River and … Continue reading
