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  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

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    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August ... Read more

  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

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    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more

  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Recurring
    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more

  • Thursdays on the Dock: Eight to the Bar at Connecticut River Museum

    Thursdays on the Dock: Eight to the Bar at Connecticut River Museum

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Waterfront music returns to the Connecticut River Museum with Thursdays on the Dock featuring Eight to the Bar on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Celebrating 17 years as a shoreline tradition, this free summer concert series offers an opportunity to enjoy live music while watching the sun set over the ... Read more

  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Recurring
    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more

  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Recurring
    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more

  • Vintage Treasures – SNEC Antique & Classic Boat Show 2026 at Connecticut River Museum

    Vintage Treasures – SNEC Antique & Classic Boat Show 2026 at Connecticut River Museum

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Classic craftsmanship takes center stage at the Vintage Treasures – Southern New England Chapter Antique & Classic Boat Show on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 9 am to 4:30 pm at the Connecticut River Museum. This annual showcase brings together an impressive collection of antique and classic boats, making it a highlight for boating enthusiasts, ... Read more

  • Garden Conservancy Open Days: Southern Connecticut Gardens Tour

    Garden Conservancy Open Days: Southern Connecticut Gardens Tour

    Discover three extraordinary private gardens during the Garden Conservancy’s Open Days program on July 11, 2026. This one-day event invites visitors to explore distinctive landscapes in Middlesex and New Haven counties while gaining insight into the creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication of the gardeners who designed them. Featured gardens include Heron’s Roost Garden in Essex, a ... Read more

  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Recurring
    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more

  • Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Summer Camp at Connecticut River Museum

    Recurring
    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT

    Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more