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Live Animal Ambassadors
Creature Camouflage
TUE, JULY 1 | 1PM
Bill Memorial Library, Groton
With the help of the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, meet live animals and learn how they use unique colors and patterns to camouflage for survival. Explore different types of camouflage and discover why hiding in plain sight is such an important adaptation. No registration is required.
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Your Time to Shine
Open Mic Night
THU, JULY 3 | 5:30-7PM
Hygienic Art, New London
Poetry, comedy, spoken word...all talents are welcome to participate. Comedians and poets can hit the stage for a 5-minute time slot. Musicians can perform 2 songs total. There is no cover charge, but donations are always appreciated. Every first Thursday of each month, this event is hosted by Hygienic artists.
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Family Movie Night
Captain America: Brave New World
THU, JULY 3 | 7PM
City Municipal Building, Groton
Stay cool and indoors for movie night during the first week of July. Enjoy ice pops while watching the film in the air conditioned auditorium. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your chairs and blankets for a cozy time!
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Historical Boat Tours & Cruises
Thames River Heritage Park
FRI, JULY 4 | ALL DAY
Nautilus Dock, Groton
In Our Nation's Defense. Military Stories on the Thames | 11AM & 12:45PM
Cruise past a Revolutionary battle site, a view of the Coast Guard Academy and Submarine Base New London. See where submarines are built and how this region became the Submarine Capital of the World.
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Concerts in the Park
Wild Nights
FRI, JULY 4 | 6:30-9PM
Washington Park, Groton
The annual summer concert series by City of Groton Parks and Recreation returns for the summer months. Bring your chair or blanket, have dinner from the food trucks and enjoy some great summer music! This community event is perfect for all ages and co-sponsored by Groton Utilities.
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New London Cultural District
First Saturday NL
SAT, JULY 5 | 10AM-10PM
Cultural District-Downtown, New London
The New London Cultural District will host its monthly Saturday celebration featuring gallery openings, live music performances, workshops, boat rides, special sales and more at galleries, businesses and non-profits throughout the downtown and New London.
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Free First Saturday at the Museum
Felt Popsicle Craft
SAT, JULY 5 | 11AM-1PM
Lyman Allyn Art Museum, New London
Each month on the first Saturday enjoy free admission all day at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum! Family artmaking takes place in the art studio. This month, celebrate summer with a take-home kit! Make a bookmark inspired by your favorite sweet summer treat. Open to all.
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4th Annual Summer Party
Multiplier
SAT, JULY 5 | 7PM
Hygienic Art, New London
Live painting and live music bring this annual party to life at the Hygienic Art Park. New London based live electronic band Multiplier creates a sonic landscape that is unequivocally club, but with a psychedelic flair. Other musical acts include Sky Island and DJ Ben Jammin. There will also be an array of local artisan vendors, hosted by ONA.
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Sunday Service
Reverend Tim Hodapp
SUN, JULY 6 | 10AM
Pequot Chapel, New London
Celebrating faith and fellowship for over 150 years, Pequot Chapel is non-sectarian gathering space open to all. A remnant of the historic Pequot Colony; the Chapel is a spiritual, social, and cultural center for the neighborhood and region. This week's service is led by Reverend Tim Hodapp of the Episcopal Church from Meriden, CT.
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Celebrating Kids with Song
Michele Urban Music
TUE, JULY 8 | 1PM
Bill Memorial Library, Groton
Sing, dance and move along with Michele's creative high energy songs and whimsical lyrics. Her songs include themes of kindness, friendship, joy and expressing emotions. Recommended for families with kids ages 3-9 but all are invited. Registration is required.
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Concerts in the Park
Acoustic Marshpit
FRI, JULY 11 | 6:30-9PM
Washington Park, Groton
The annual summer concert series by City of Groton Parks and Recreation returns for the summer months. Bring your chair or blanket, have dinner from the food trucks and enjoy some great summer music! This community event is perfect for all ages and co-sponsored by Groton Utilities.
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A New Festival for the City
Celebrate New London
SAT, JULY 12 | 9AM-10PM
Downtown New London
A celebration of all things New London, culminating in the largest fireworks display in New England over the Thames River. Enjoy live music at outdoor stages, downtown businesses for diverse cuisine or hit some of the food trucks. Shop and experience the Creative Village, an area for artisans and makers, live painting, and other interactive experiences.
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Jive in the Art Park
WhatUp Funk Band
SAT, JULY 12 | 8PM
Hygienic Art, New London
Get ready to dance under the stars with WhatUp Funk Band, one of the region’s hottest high-energy funk and soul acts! Known for their powerhouse vocals, tight rhythm section, and infectious grooves, WhatUp Funk brings the party wherever they go — and they're landing right here in New London for a night of celebration, music and good vibes.
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Sunday Service
Reverend Henry C. Burdick III
SUN, JULY 13 | 10AM
Pequot Chapel, New London
Celebrating faith and fellowship for over 150 years, Pequot Chapel is non-sectarian gathering space open to all. A remnant of the historic Pequot Colony; the Chapel is a spiritual, social, and cultural center for the neighborhood and region. This week's service is led by Reverend Henry C. Burdick III of the Episcopal Church, North Carolina.
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Live Music at the Fort
Waterford Community Band
MON, JULY 14 | 6:45PM
Fort Trumbull, New London
The Waterford Community Band is a group of volunteer musicians dedicated to performing traditional, concert band music. The evening’s program will be an eclectic selection of live performance instrumental music. Bring lawn chairs for seating. The concert will take place on the great lawn at the performance pad.
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Family Fun at the Library
Justin Mazz Magic Show
TUE, JULY 15 | 1PM
Bill Memorial Library, Groton
Join the library for an entertaining and hilarious, all-ages, highly interactive magic show. Best for children age 4 and up, but no registration necessary. A perfect place to cool off in the summer, the library has a full schedule of programming for all ages.
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Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruises
Thames River Heritage Park
Saturdays & Sundays | 11AM-6PM
Departure Locations:
- Fort Trumbull State Park, New London
- City Pier, New London
- Thames Landing, Groton
The water taxi operates in a continuous loop every hour, on the hour. Walk, shop, eat or cruise along the route while exploring Thames River heritage sites.
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New London Harbor Light Tours
NL Maritime Society, New London
Saturdays & Sundays | 12PM
Climb 116 steps up into the lighthouse lantern for spectacular views of the Sound in the oldest and tallest lighthouse in the country. Tours occur each weekend of the year for groups of up to five people.
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City of Groton Farmers Market
Washington Park, Groton
Tuesdays | 3-6PM
June 10th-October 10th
A variety of vendors will line the green of Washington Park all summer long with handmade items, produce, food, live music and more. Shop local!
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Summer of Music & Family Fun
Ocean Beach Park, New London
Mondays: Cruise Night | 5PM
Wednesdays: Magic Show | 7PM
Thursdays: Boardwalk Dance Nights | 7PM
Friday-Saturday: Live Music
The park also has fireworks, festivals and one-off events all summer long!
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Yoga with Kim
Hygienic Art, New London
Every Sunday | 9AM
Start your Sunday with Kim for a yoga experience at Hygienic Art sponsored by Yale New Haven Health. Best of all, it's FREE! Don’t miss out on this unique experience to practice and unwind in downtown New London.
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Blissworks Yoga
Garde Arts Center, New London
Relocated from their Bank Street location, their classes now takes place in the spacious Garde.
Yoga Basics
Tuesdays | 9AM
Intermediate Yoga
Saturdays | 8:30AM
CLASS CALENDAR
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Gift Cards
Gift cards may be used for ALL historic and pop-up boat tours, Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruises, Lecture Series, Docent Academy registration and merchandise.
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Season Pass
Season Pass holders enjoy unlimited boat rides for our Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruise / Water Taxi service connecting New London's City Pier, Fort Trumbull and Thames Landing in Groton.
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Become a Member
Memberships start as low as $35 donation. Members receive a variety of special benefits, including recognition on our website to discounted tickets and season passes.
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Subscribe to Our Mailing List
Monthly Newsletters, Boat Tour Schedules, Heritage Site Updates and More
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Visit the Park's Heritage Sites
| Thames River Heritage Park Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organization committed to connecting, preserving, supporting and promoting the history and heritage sites along the Thames River estuary today and for generations to come. | | Thames River Heritage Park Institutional Partners are organizations committed to preserving and promoting our culture and history but may not have a site to welcome visitors. They are historic or cultural associations, “friends” organizations, and educational institutions. | |
- Connecticut Maritime Heritage Fest
- Connecticut Sea Grant
- Downtown New London Assoc.
- Friends of Fort Griswold
- Friends of Fort Trumbull
- Groton Bank Historical Assoc.
- Ledge Light Foundation
- National Coast Guard Museum
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- NL County Historical Society
- New London Landmarks
- New London Maritime Society
- Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition
- Southeastern CT Enterprise Region
- UCONN Avery Point Maritime Studies
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Thank you to our Sponsors and Grantors
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