Connecticut River Museum

05/29/2026

Thank you to our amazing sponsors, supporters, staff and attendees who made last night so magical! Until next year!

05/28/2026

Riverfare ready! We can’t wait to welcome you all tonight to our largest annual fundraiser. It’s going to be a spectacular evening of music, food, drinks and philanthropy. See you soon! 🎶🍷🌅

05/27/2026

TOMORROW!

🌊 RiverFare 2026 takes place May 28 from 6:00 PM–9:00 PM at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. The waterfront fundraiser will feature local food vendors, drinks, and community celebrations while raising money to support museum exhibits and educational programs focused on the Connecticut River and its history.

📸 credit: Connecticut River Museum

05/26/2026

We are just TWO DAYS away from RiverFare 2026! There are still a few tickets available, and if you're already attending, here's a sneak peek at some of our fabulous auction items that will be available to bid on.

1) Mystic Fun: Enjoy a day in Mystic! Visit the Wooden Boat Show (two tickets included), dine at S&P Oyster Restaurant & Bar ($100 gift card included), and savor the day with fun nautical inspired coasters, mug and book by Mystic Seaport Museum. Donated by Deb DeHertogh
Value: 250
Opening Bid $175

2) Scuba Diver By Brookway Ferry Studios, Donated by Pete Simms
Value $1500
Opening Bid $750

3) Vika Handbag Donated by J.McLaughlin
Value $398
Opening Bid $200

4) Towards Evening Framed Oil on Canvas by Fitzsimmons, Hammonasset, Donated By Joe Lux & Peggy Fagan
Value $275
Opening Bid $150

https://ctrivermuseum.org/riverfare-2026/

05/21/2026

RiverFare 2026 is just one week away! ☀️🍴🍷 🎶 Delight in an evening of delicious food, wines, cocktails, music and more while enjoying the beautiful river views from the Museum’s front lawn.

Grab your tickets NOW at: https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/save-the-date-riverfare-2026/

Participating Restaurants and Spirits include:
David Alan Hospitality Group
Fromage Fine Foods & Coffees
The Griswold Inn
Cheese Shop of Centerbrook
Cooked Marketplace and Mercantile
Essex Meadows
Mindy K's
Sip Wine Bar
Litchfield Distillery
Gourmet Galley Catering

05/20/2026

The Connecticut River was once so polluted it was declared biologically dead. Today, bald eagles soar above its waters. 🦅

That comeback didn’t happen by chance. It happened because people fought for a River worth saving.

Now, new threats put its future at risk—from climate change and invasive species to PFAS pollution. The work isn’t over.

By supporting the Connecticut River Museum, you help protect the River’s history, preserve its future, and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. The Connecticut River has endured for centuries. Help protect it for the next 250 years.

Donate today at: https://ctrivermuseum.donation.veevartapp.com/donation/view/home/spring-annual-appeal-2026

05/18/2026

Thank you to the The Petit Family Foundation for the generous grant to help support our public programs!

05/01/2026

May is the start of Muster Season! The Sailing Masters has the first muster in CT! The Burning of the Ships Commemoration, is Saturday, May 9, 2026. Parade starts at 2:00 p.m. from the Town Hall and wends down Main Street to the CT. Connecticut River Museum. Please join us with local fife and drum corps, and special guests, The Silver Dolphins Drill Team from Naval Submarine Base, New London!

04/29/2026

Still a few tickets left for Saturday - or join us on Zoom for just $10! https://ctrivermuseum.org/tickets/

04/25/2026

Our Executive Director Elizabeth Kaeser talks to CCM CT about our upcoming Environmental Summit at Wesleyan University on Saturday, May 2nd.

Learn why you should attend and be part of the conversation, and get your in-person or virtual tickets now at: https://ctrivermuseum.org/crves-2026/

https://youtu.be/mLPyl2En8Jw?si=3m_cEYxDBJAFVBBp

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