Essex Village News

This Saturday, May 12, Governor Dannel Malloy comes to Essex Village to take part in events marking the historic 1814 British raid on Essex.

Free Men of the Sea will be on hand for colonial weaponry demonstrations and maritime games at the Connecticut River Museum's Burning of the Ships Day on Saturday, May 12 ssex, CT - On Saturday, May 12, the historic 1814 British raid on Essex will be commemorated with waterfront events for all ages and interest.

The Connecticut River Museum, located on the waterfront in Essex Village, has announced that on April 4 the State of Connecticut Historic Preservation Council unanimously approved its submission to designate portions of Essex Village as the British Raid on Essex Battle Site District.A This official designation on the State Register of Historic ... (more)

This April school vacation week will be packed with plenty of adventure and exploration at the Connecticut River Museum.A Children age 7 to 12 are invited to join museum educators for a day or two, or the entire week, as they discover the many wonders of the Connecticut River.A Starting on Monday, April 9, River Journey will feature a hike along ... (more)

This April school vacation week will be packed with plenty of adventure and exploration at the Connecticut River Museum.