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DRESS LIKE A PIRATE & RUM EXPERIENCE WITH SPENCER & LYNN and Argia Cruises
Argia Mystic Cruises 12 Steamboat Wharf, MysticSpencer & Lynn will provide scintillating tales of historical rum libations, rum tasting, and rum cocktails. Dress like a pirate and mingle with the Freemen of the Sea pirate troupe! For more information
Historic Boat Tours on the Thames: Submarines, Battlefields and Betrayers.
City Pier New LondonSaturdays and Sundays 11:40 am to 12:55 pm For centuries our harbor has guarded the Thames River and entry to Long Island Sound, with Navy and Coast Guard installations, the ship building industries that support them, as well as two forts that have seen battles, defeats and the birthplace of the Coast Guard and Merchant […]
Water, Wampum & Medicine Wheels. Mohegan Life on the Thames Boat Tour
City Pier New LondonThe first inhabitants along the western side of the Massapequatuck (Thames) River — the Mohegan tribe — settled here from the time of Sachem Uncas’ birth toward the end of the 16th century. Led by Tribal members, their stories demonstrate how crucial the Thames River was for food, wildlife, transportation, and trade as well as […]
Conquer the Current 2024 at Connecticut River Museum
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTJoin us for the Connecticut River Museum’s Sixth annual downriver paddle regatta, which benefits the Museum’s education programs! This is a One Way 9 Mile Race, Point A to Point B. Registrants must find their own rides to/from each location. This fun race/ regatta is open to all non-motorized, safe, and seaworthy paddle craft including but […]
White Sails, Black Hands: The African-American Experience on Connecticut’s Waters on the Thames Boat Tour
City Pier New LondonSpend an afternoon with Hempsted staff on the Thames River Heritage Water Taxi to learn about New London's history. This tour will explore the stories of a fugitive slave, Black Revolutionary Patriots, Black Governors and Whalers, the Amistad and more. For more information and other tour topics and dates
Shipwright’s Daughter Rum Runner Dinner Aboard the Sabino Steamboat
Sabino Steamboat Mystic Bascule Bridge, MysticJOIN US FOR A 2-HOUR SUNSET CRUISE aboard the beautifully restored Sabino Steamboat WITH FOOD FROM JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST, CHEF DAVID STANDRIDGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE REAL MCCOY RUM & WINES FROM UNGRAFTED SELECTIONS. ENJOY CULINARY DELIGHTS LIKE SUSTAINABLY SOURCED NEW ENGLAND POKE BOWL, SUSHI HAND ROLLS & CRAFT COCKTAILS FROM THE OPEN BAR AS […]
CT River Museum: Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust and RiverQuest
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTGood news! We have opened spots on September 26, 27, 28 & 29 at 5:30pm for tree swallows cruises aboard both RiverQuest and Onrust. Join us for an amazing evening as we cruise to a special spot on the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of Tree Swallows gather. After spending the day miles away, the swallows return each night […]
Hunter’s Full Supermoon Cruises on the Thames
City Pier New LondonOctober 16 and 17 Join us for a magical cruise down the Thames to Ledge Light as the Full Moon rises over the Sound. For more information and other tour topics and dates
Winter Wildlife Eagle Cruises on RiverQuest: Essex
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTFebruary 7 - March 12 Fridays at 10 am and 12:30pm Saturday - Sunday at 9,11:30 and 2pm Experience the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River during this wonderful time of year! It is so different than it is any other time of the year. There are no other vessels on the water, […]
Spring Foliage Sunset Cruise on RiverQuest: Essex
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTTake 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 at daytime or twilight. See local wildlife and various points of interest along our journey. Bring your picnic basket and […]
Shanties & Sails at the Connecticut River Museum
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTTuesday, June 17, 2025 5:30-6:30 Shanties: FREE 7:00-8:00 Onrust: $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! My Druthers Rebel songs of Ireland & the Sea! Consisting of a rotating lineup of all-stars from the Connecticut music scene, My Druthers has been hitting it hard these past few years with shows throughout New England, the Midwest & […]
Shanties & Sails Shanties & Sails: Littlefield and Morneault at the Connecticut River Museum
Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CTTuesday, June 24, 2025 5:30-6:30 Shanties: FREE 7:00-8:00 Onrust: $25. Sail aboard the Onrust with the performers! Littlefield and Morneault Joseph Morneault, performing with David Littlefield as Littlefield and Morneault: A duo […]