TRHPF Partner Open House Fair

The Thames River Heritage Park Foundation (TRHPF) is pleased to invite you to participate in a Partner Open House Fair on Friday, May 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We are trying to confirm Fort Trumbull as the venue for this event, with a couple of sites as backup.

This open house fair is designed to celebrate the incredible organizations and businesses that help bring the Thames River Heritage Park to life, while also welcoming the broader community to learn more about the programs, services, and experiences available throughout the region.

We invite each participating partner to host their own vendor-style space to showcase what you do and what you offer. To encourage meaningful engagement with visitors, we ask that each partner include at least one family- and/or youth-friendly activity at their table—something interactive that invites the public to participate, learn, or create.

The event will feature:
• Partner vendor spaces highlighting regional programs and services
• Live musical performances throughout the day
• Multiple food trucks with food available for purchase
• Potential short harbor trips aboard the water taxi (weather and availability permitting)

This event is intended to be festive, welcoming, and educational, providing an opportunity for partners to connect directly with families, residents, and visitors while strengthening our shared visibility and impact.

Please RSVP by Friday, April 15, to confirm your participation and space needs. To RSVP or for additional information, please contact any of the (3) organizers below.