July in the Park Newsletter…Events & Programs!
E-newsletters will now be shared on a bi-weekly basis throughout the summer months. There are so many amazing opportunities for exploration at all heritage sites for all to enjoy!
Thames River Heritage Park is comprised of 20+ heritage sites throughout New London and Groton. Check out the latest newsletter and find the perfect event, program or activity for yourself, friends and family!
#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon
Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22
The first weekend of summer is here and why not plan for a boat tour on the river to kick off the solstice! Four different tours are in the rotation this week alongside the Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruises.
Origins of the Mohegans will be led by a tribal member as the tour cruises north into the quiet estuary of the Thames River. The Gilded Age on the Thames will be presented by Uconn Professor, Gail MacDonald. And the African American Experience on CT Waters is in collaboration with the Hempsted Houses and hosted by a Connecticut Landmarks staff member.
Make Music New London is part of the international celebration, Make Music Day. Featuring free, community-wide performances, the annual tradition is held on the Summer Solstice as a unique way to experience music in all its many forms. Live music can be found all across the city and downtown!
Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruise Performer | Craig Edwards
Saturday, June 21st | 1:00-4PM
The park will be joining in on the festivities by having singer and multi-instrumentalist, Craig Edwards, on the harbor cruise loop. He’ll be performing whaling songs, sea chanteys, historical ballads and more. Hop on and off along the way to experience his music while cruising on the Thames River!
We look forward to seeing you on the Thames River this summer!
#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon
These recurring historical boat tours bring the Thames River to life with a passionate docent leading the way. Hop on board and learn something new about this storied waterway or sit back and catch the breeze during the 75-minute excursion.
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Historical Boat Tours will operate on Friday-Sunday. Each weekend offers a different schedule on the river for all ages to enjoy.
Tour topics include whalers, sailors, the Revolutionary War, Submarine Capital of the World, Mohegan Tribe and more. Depending on the excursion, tours depart from three different sites along the river:
We look forward to seeing you on the Thames River this summer!
#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon
Join the park THIS Saturday & Sunday to kick off the start of the Harbor Cruise season! Hop on and off at your leisure or enjoy the one-hour loop along the river.
The park’s open-air, navy utility boats allows you to experience the Thames River and discover the park’s 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.
Departures Locations
– Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour
– Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour
More Info
– Your ticket becomes an All-Day Pass with Unlimited Rides
– Tickets can be purchased online or in-person
The boats will continue to run every weekend from 11am-6pm through the first week of September. Experience the beauty and history of this storied waterway and it’s surrounding communities!
#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon
June in the Park Newsletter…Events & Programs!
E-newsletters will now be shared on a bi-weekly basis throughout the summer months. There are so many amazing opportunities for exploration at all heritage sites for all to enjoy!
Thames River Heritage Park is comprised of 20+ heritage sites throughout New London and Groton. Check out the latest newsletter and find the perfect event, program or activity for yourself, friends and family!
#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon
Today is Saturday, April 4, 2026 