Thames River Heritage Park  2023 winter lecture series, “Stories from the Park” was held at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum from January – April, 2023. In the six-part series, Connecticut authors talked about significant local history and culture. The talks focused on local Gilded Age newsmakers, Revolutionary War turncoat and Norwich native Benedict Arnold, the Jackson family, whose members were enslaved in New London during the colonial period, and other subjects topical to Connecticut audiences. The lectures were on Wednesday evenings from 6 – 8:30 p.m. at the Lyman Allyn and via Zoom. Those attending in-person had an opportunity to meet the authors, purchase books and have them signed. Light hors d’oeuvres and wine was served during the reception. 

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation relies on members like you and donations from people like you to bridge the gap between grants, sponsorships, and ticket sales to present rich and stimulating programming and to support the authentic navy utility boats that connect the heritage sites on both sides of the Thames River. Your donation to support the lecture series and other programs in support of Thames River Heritage Park keeps these programs alive and is greatly appreciated.