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Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut

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Address: 67 Main St, Essex, CT 06426, United States.
Phone: 8607678269.
Website: ctrivermuseum.org
Specialties: Museum, Boat tour agency, Event venue, Gift shop, Summer camp organizer, Tourist attraction, Wedding venue.
Other points of interest: On-site services, Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Gender-neutral toilets, Toilet, Restaurant, Good for kids, Free parking lot, On-site parking.
Opinions: This company has 474 reviews on Google My Business.
Average opinion: 4.7/5.

📌 Location of Connecticut River Museum

Connecticut River Museum 67 Main St, Essex, CT 06426, United States

☎️8607678269

⏰ Open Hours of Connecticut River Museum

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10 AM–5 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM–5 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM–5 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM–5 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM

The Connecticut River Museum is a museum, boat tour agency, event venue, gift shop, summer camp organizer, tourist attraction, and wedding venue located at 67 Main St, Essex, CT 06426, United States. The museum can be contacted by phone at 8607678269 and has a website available at ctrivermuseum.org.

The Connecticut River Museum offers a variety of services, including on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible toilet, gender-neutral toilets, toilet, restaurant, and is good for kids. The museum is known for its boat tours and is a popular tourist attraction.

According to Google My Business, the Connecticut River Museum has received 474 reviews with an average rating of 4.7/5. Many visitors have praised the museum's boat tours, stating that the captains and crew are knowledgeable and that the tours are a must-do. One reviewer commented on the unique experience of watching 800,000 swallows migrate while on a tour.

In addition to its boat tours, the museum also offers a gift shop, summer camps, and is a popular venue for events and weddings.

Overall, the Connecticut River Museum is a highly recommended destination for those interested in history, boat tours, or simply looking for a unique and interesting experience. For more information, visitors are encouraged to visit the museum's website at ctrivermuseum.org.

👍 Reviews of Connecticut River Museum

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Geena B. R.
5/5

So, this is a place that we have driven by 100 times and always wondered what is it all about? Better than I expected. We watched 800,000 swallows migrate this evening. The captain and crew are very knowledgable of this birds migration which was fascinating. We were able to BYOB and food onto the boat. The boat is not packed with people. I would say it's a must to just take a ride if you don't want to take in the swallow show.

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Brenda B.
5/5

Amazing trip to see the swallows in migration. Guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Had an amazing time! I just wish more people could experience this phenomenon. Space is very limited and the tours sell out fast.

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Barry B.
5/5

Great Thursday Music on the Dock! Beautiful view. Watched ospreys fishing while we listened to an awesome band. Didn't visit the museum, though.

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
John T.
5/5

We ended up taking the sunset Cruise on the Onrust legacy sailing ship. It was a wonderful 2 hours cruising up the Connecticut River, turning around and returning under full sail. There were fewer than a dozen of us, plus a knowledgeable, careful, capable captain and crew. It's a great way to learn about the history and the geography. And a nice way to unwind after a busy day. We were delighted that the captain was able to arrange a double rainbow for us as we came back in.

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Gary R.
5/5

As part of a wedding weekend we took the murmuration cruise in the evening from the museum dock. Should have looked into the museum too since that is included in the boat price but too busy with pre-wedding errands.
Cruise was great, enhanced by all the good food we brought for family gathering of 20-30 people. Guides were very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Tree swallows fully cooperated and put on a great sunset show. My old eyes needed binoculars to fully appreciate the bucket list spectacle but the boat crew supplied binocs for everyone.

Amazing

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Cydonie B.
5/5

Very informative front staff. I learned a lot about the Connecticut river and all the local industry and community who have occupied the river valley. Clean restrooms and plenty of parking. Side note for locals, free passes to the museum available can be checked out at your local library

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Linda L.
5/5

A tiny jewel of a museum on the water in Essex. Lots of history to learn about. The Turtle submarine was amazing!

Connecticut River Museum - Essex, Connecticut
Janet R.
5/5

This was a cute museum and a relaxing ride on the Connecticut River. The two guys working the tour were charming, knowledgeable and complimented each other well. Some folding chairs were set out in full sun, while others, plus tables, were under an awning. We saw several families pack a cooler and had lunch. We purchased our tickets on line, and were pleased to discover that the price of the tour included admission to the museum. The people at the museum desk were all friendly. While the museum itself isn't that big, it had some cute, quirky artwork on the stairway walls that was interesting enough to take a closer look at.

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