Today is Monday, April 27, 2026
Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Cruises are not running today.

National Volunteer Month!

April is National Volunteer Month! The Park has a large crew of folks who dedicate their time to local heritage sites, Park events, historic boat tours and other excursions on the Thames River. 

Enjoy these updates as we highlight a new volunteer each week. We are so grateful for the time and energy they contribute to our mission!

Meet Dr. Roger Richards!
 

Roger brings a diverse skillset to his volunteerism with the Park!  As a second-year graduate of the Docent Academy, you can frequently spot him at the Lecture Series or delivering local presentations on the Revolutionary War. 

He also lends his knowledge and experiences as an employee with the U.S. Navy to Fort Trumbull State Park! Roger aids in historical research for museum displays and is a lead docent at the fort. 

Meet Carol Strafaci!
 
Carol is a familiar face around town and is a recent Docent Academy graduate. She donates her time and expertise to two heritage sites, the annual lecture series and Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruises in the summer.
 
Over time, Carol has developed an interest in the Gilded Age, and she has explored this era through many of our sites, most recently at Eolia Mansion at Harkness Memorial State Park, as well as through her own research. 

Meet Jim Flood!

Jim was a member of the second Docent Academy cohort and began volunteering at the Custom House Maritime Museum after graduation. He has since done his own research to become well-versed in Whaling and Maritime History in Groton and New London. 

Jim also currently supports yearly Park events including the annual Lecture Series and Docent Academy!

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