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2025 TRHP Academy
Annual Program for Future Volunteers
New London & Groton, Connecticut
Calling all history lovers! Thames River Heritage Park Academy is 10 weeks of scholarly and engaging presentations and private tours of heritage sites providing the perfect opportunity for you to absorb the fascinating history of the Thames.
Weekly Schedule
Thursdays, 9AM - 12:30PM
February 13 - April 17, 2025
Make-Up Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Travel back in time with experienced teachers alongside other intellectually curious companions and discover the rich history and heritage of the Thames.
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The Breezeline Winter Cinema Series
January 17th - March 9th, 2025
Garde Arts Center, New London
Step inside the beautifully restored Garde Movie Theater where the real “movie palace experience” comes alive with the 2025 Breezeline Winter Cinema Series. Featuring state of the art 4K digital projection, 8-channel surround sound, giant screen, and three seating levels.
Series Passes give you access to 20+ Oscar Nominated and award-winning movies from 2024 at a fraction of the price. Single ticket options are also available for all films. Enjoy your favorite movie candy, fresh popcorn, soda and adult beverages this winter.
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Free First Saturday
Miniature Art Workshop
SAT, JAN 4 | 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 is open to all. Be sure to dress for mess! Have you ever painted with a magnifying glass? See the detailed miniature paintings by team Wes and Rachelle Siegrist before painting your own mini work of art.
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Opening Art Reception
Whalers Lancers Annual Exhibit
SAT, JAN 4 | 6-9PM
Hygienic Art, New London
Featuring an array of various mediums, this show is centered around highlighting young, local artists. Come support the next generation of visual art leaders in our community! This exhibit presents an opportunity for local students to show in a professional gallery setting, sell their work, learn about the business of art, and appreciate the work of their peers.
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Gain New Kitchen Skills
Adult Cooking Class
SAT, JAN 11 | 10:30AM
Bill Memorial Library, Groton
Are you tired of the same old, same old at mealtime? Join Erica Benvenuti, a registered dietician, for a fun, adult cooking class. She will demonstrate some tasty and easy recipes that will be sure to liven up your meals in the new year! Learn new skills and meet folks at this community event.
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Support Local Businesses
Winter Pop-Up Market
SUN, JAN 12 | 11AM-2PM
Municipal Building, Groton
This monthly market features local businesses from all around the state! A perfect pick-me-up during the slower months of the year. You can find coffee, food, treats, art and gifts for giving. Grab your friends and add this to your Sunday list of activities.
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Thuan Vu Exhibit Opening
Kintsugi in the New World
FRI, JAN 17 | 5-7PM
Lyman Allyn Art Museum, New London
Celebrate the opening of Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World with an evening reception at the museum. The collection is a dynamic new series of paintings from Thuan Vu, an artist and professor from New Haven, CT. Drawn from Vu’s Kintsugi flower series, these paintings explore the Japanese philosophy of placing value on that which has been broken and repaired, whether it be an object or person.
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Breezeline Winter Cinema Series
Anora
FRI, JAN 17 | 7:30PM
Garde Arts Center, New London
Palme d’Or winning director Sean Baker’s newest film showcases breakout star Mikey Madison as Anora, a sex worker from Brooklyn, who gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as the parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled. Purchase a Series Pass for all 20+ movies and save!
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Breezeline Winter Cinema Series
Conclave
SAT, JAN 18 | 3PM
Garde Arts Center, New London
Academy Award Nominee Edward Berger brings a star-studded cast to the screen in his newest mystery thriller, Conclave. Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events — participating in the selection of a new pope. Surrounded by powerful religious leaders in the halls of the Vatican, he soon uncovers a trail of deep secrets that could shake the very foundation of the Roman Catholic Church. Purchase a Series Pass for all 20+ movies and save!
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Breezeline Winter Cinema Series
A Real Pain
SAT, JAN 18 | 7:30PM
Garde Arts Center, New London
Academy Award Nominee Jesse Eisenberg makes his Directorial Debut in this riotous Dramedy featuring Emmy winner Kieran Culkin. Mismatched cousins David and Benji tour Poland to honor their grandmother. Their adventure becomes complicated as old tensions resurface while exploring their family history. Purchase a Series Pass for all 20+ movies and save!
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Breezeline Winter Cinema Series
Inside Out II
SUN, JAN 19 | 3PM
Garde Arts Center, New London
Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust are BACK in this sequel that features Riley entering puberty and experiencing brand new, more complex emotions as a result. As Riley heads off to hockey camp, she tries to adapt to her teenage years. Meanwhile, her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced. Purchase a Series Pass for all 20+ movies and save!
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Independent Film Festival
Screening Room
FRI, JAN 24 | 7PM
Hygienic Art, New London
The Screening Room is New London’s premiere free Independent Film Festival featuring works from both emerging and established filmmakers. Film run-times are limited to 5 mins each. Round out the month with local artists hosted by Hygienic Filmwerks.
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Family Art Day
Hygienic Young Artist Expo
SAT, JAN 25 | 2-4PM
Public Library of New London
Calling all young creators and art enthusiasts! Admire a gallery of artwork created by talented young artists, get hands-on with interactive arts and crafts and enjoy free goodie bags for all young attendees! A vibrant, supportive environment for kids and families to enjoy art together. Don’t miss this celebration of creativity and imagination. Entry is free, and all ages are welcome.
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XLVI Exhibition Reveal
Salon Des Independants
SAT, JAN 25 | 7PM
Hygienic Art, New London
You are cordially invited to the opening evening of this annual exhibit. All artists are encouraged to submit one piece of art of the moment for public consideration. No judge, no jury, no fees, no censorship. Art drop off and hanging is on January 25th, 8am-6pm. All are welcome to participate!
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XLVI Exhibition Extension
Hygienic Grande
SAT, JAN 25 | 7PM
The Local, New London
Hygienic Grande is an annexed exhibition space (as an extension of Hygienic XLV - Salon Des Independants) for large format art to include sculpture, multi-media extravaganzas, and large canvasses over 5 feet in size. Same parameters apply for those participating in this additional exhibit!
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Masterpieces of Three Centuries
Eastern CT Symphony Orchestra
SAT, JAN 25 | 7:30PM
Garde Arts Center, New London
Two days ahead of time, the orchestra will celebrate the 268th birthday of the one-and-only Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart by performing a pair of his three-movement works from the 1770s. The ECSO’s oboe soloist will be Principal Oboe Erik Andrusyak, also co-principal oboe of the U.S. Coast Guard Band.
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All Talents Welcome
Open Mic at the Museum
SUN, JAN 26 | 6-9PM
Custom House Museum, New London
Co-hosted by Kenny "Doc" Frazier and Christina Corcoran, the monthly open mic welcomes music, poetry, prose, stand-up or just say what is on your mind. Open to all ages and abilities for fun and camaraderie! You can even Live Stream the event.
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Test Your Knowledge
Art Trivia Night
THU, JAN 30 | 6-8PM
Hygienic Art, New London
Gather your team or join solo for an evening of creative fun, friendly competition, and fascinating facts about the art world. There will be challenging and fun trivia questions about art history, famous works, and creative culture. Win prizes for the top teams in a unique and inspiring venue surrounded by art. Beverages will be available.
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Breezeline Winter Cinema Series
Emilia Perez
FRI, JAN 31 | 7:30PM
Garde Arts Center, New London
Emmy Nominee Selena Gomez and ALMA Award winner Zoe Saldana star in this thrilling trilingual musical. Saldana plays Rita Mora Castro, a Mexican lawyer, who is offered an unusual job to help a notorious cartel boss retire and transition into living as a woman, fulfilling a long-held desire. Purchase a Series Pass for all 20+ movies and save!
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Blissworks Yoga
Garde Arts Center, New London
Yoga Basics
Mondays | 5:30PM
Tuesdays | 9AM
Intermediate Yoga
Saturdays | 8:30AM
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NLMS Lighthouse Tours
Pequot Light, 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 5 people. Schedule your excursion in advance! Private tours also available outside of weekend offerings.
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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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Gift Cards
Gift cards may be used for history-themed boat tours; hop-on, hop-off harbor, full moon, sunset and fireworks cruises, Stories of the Thames Lecture Series, Docent Academy registration and merchandise.
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2025 Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruise 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
TRHP Members receive a variety of special benefits, discounts and premiums from recognition on our website to discounted merchandise to harbor cruise tickets and season passes. "Friend" membership starts as low as a $35 donation.
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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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- New London 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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