Today is Monday, January 19, 2026 
Thames River Heritage Park is thrilled to announce that registration for the annual Docent Academy is open! Docents-in-training travel back in time with scholarly and engaging educators along with other intellectually curious companions and discover the rich history and heritage of the Thames.
Created for those who understand the value of learning and who believe that every excursion is also an opportunity to engage the mind, the presentations and site tours in the 10-week program offer a variety of intriguing heritage sites and subjects to explore. The team at Thames River Heritage Park designed the Docent Academy for passionate life-long learners with an in-depth examination of the places, people, and events that have shaped life along the Thames River.
At the conclusion of the program, each participant will volunteer to serve at least one heritage site of their choice, for a minimum of 4 hours per month. Site-specific orientation and training are scheduled on an individual basis by the host site. Graduates are asked to commit to a year of volunteer work.
Host sites vary throughout New London, Waterford and Groton and limited space is available for this small cohort. Register today to secure your spot!
For questions or more information:
Marci Marciniak
Program & Waterfront Coordinator
[email protected]
860-407-5655
**Please be aware that access to historical sites may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues. Each session will require a considerable amount of outdoor walking.**
Schedule:
February 19 – April 23, 2026
Thursdays, 9AM-12:30PM
