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SUMMARY:Closed in Observance of Labor Day at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Shore Line Trolley Museum will be closed on Monday\, September 7\, 2026\, in observance of Labor Day. \nThe museum honors the generations of operators\, mechanics\, linemen\, craftspeople\, and other transportation workers whose dedication helped build and maintain the electric railway systems that connected communities throughout the region. \nRegular museum operations and trolley rides will resume during normal operating hours. Guests are encouraged to plan their visit for another scheduled opening day. \nThe Shore Line Trolley Museum is located at 17 River Street\, East Haven\, CT 06512. For additional information\, visit https://shorelinetrolley.org/event/closed-in-observance-of-labor-day/.
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LOCATION:The Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street\, East Haven\, CT\, 06512
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Roots: Generations of Change at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
DESCRIPTION:A new exhibition exploring untold stories of the American Revolution will be on view from June 11 through October 3\, 2026 at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT 06856. \nOpening day on June 11 begins with exhibition access from 2 pm to 4 pm\, followed by a reception from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Curated by museum consultant Stacey Danielson\, with assistance from curatorial researcher Midge Lopat\, the exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by examining the Revolutionary War through the lives of the Lockwood and Mathews families. \nThe exhibition highlights newly uncovered research on Patriot ancestors\, including Captain Eliphalet Lockwood of Norwalk\, whose home was destroyed during the war\, and Lieutenant Colonel Sampson Mathews of the Virginia Militia. Through period costumes\, historical artifacts\, and interpretive displays\, the exhibit offers insight into their personal experiences and the broader impact of the Revolution. \nRevolutionary Roots provides a deeper look at local and regional connections to America’s founding\, offering visitors a meaningful perspective on the individuals and families who shaped early American history. \nFor tickets and more information\, visit lockwoodmathewsmansion.com.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/revolutionary-roots-generations-of-change-at-lockwood-mathews-mansion-museum/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Norwalk
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SUMMARY:Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
DESCRIPTION:Experience one of nature’s most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest\, offered from August 21 through September 23\, 2026. \nThese evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the night. Guests can witness the birds’ breathtaking aerial formations while enjoying a leisurely journey along the river\, with opportunities to appreciate its scenic landscapes and wildlife throughout the trip. \nEach excursion lasts more than two hours and offers a small-group experience led by the vessel’s captain and crew. The trips are designed for adults and youth ages 10 and older. \nTickets are $50 per person. Availability is limited\, and advance reservations are recommended. \nThe Connecticut River Museum is located at 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT 06426. For tickets and additional information\, visit https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/tree-swallow-sunset-trips-on-onrust-riverquest-2/.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/tree-swallow-sunset-trips-on-onrust-riverquest-at-connecticut-river-museum/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426
CATEGORIES:Essex
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