All Aboard! The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat
For one of the prettiest tours of the Connecticut River Valley, the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat is definitely the way to go. Even the locals love to climb aboard every once in a while for something fun and different to do, and it seems like there’s always something new to see. Located in one of my favorite towns in the state, the steam train chugs out...
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The Slater Museum and Historic Norwich
Norwich has a hidden gem that many visitors don’t get the pleasure of experiencing – the Slater Memorial Museum at Norwich Free Academy. Pop off 395 for a visit. Tucked away on the school’s exquisite campus, Slater is an amazing resource packed full of not only worldwide but art history, but a rich local history as well. Exhibits featuring work from...
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Blooming Throughout Time – Connecticut’s Historic Gardens
Avid gardeners might enjoy taking a break from their own weed-pulling while on vacation, but they love to visit Connecticut’s historic gardens. With fourteen historic sites to choose from all over the state, you’ll see amazing herb, vegetable and flower gardens that will get the creative juices flowing when you get home! Eastern Connecticut has its share...
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Look to July for Fireworks in Eastern Connecticut
We love our independence in eastern Connecticut! We love it so much, in fact, that we don’t limit ourselves to fireworks only on the 4th of July. We celebrate at events throughout the whole month, from Wild Wednesdays at Mohegan Sun every week to special soirees like Celebrate East Lyme and Sailfest New London. But If you’re in town for the 4th and you’re...
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It’s Not a Visit to New England Without a Lobstah in Noank
Most people who come to New England have a sense of urgency about their seafood – specifically, lobster. Or, as we call it around here, lobstah. If you’re coming to the area for the first time, no doubt you’ll be on a quest for the delicacy. If you’ve been here before, I’m sure you can’t wait to eat it again. Noank is a special little village...
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Experience the Best in Community Street Festivals – Celebrate East Lyme
If it’s a street festival you’re looking for, make sure you visit eastern Connecticut in time for Celebrate East Lyme. Think it sounds strange to plan your trip around one event? Think again! People from as far as California keep this one on their calendars. For one afternoon every July, Main Street in Niantic is packed. They come for the community, the...
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You’ll Scream for Our Ice Cream – Sundae Drives
Who doesn’t love ice cream? And what better adventure in the hot summer months than to drive through Mystic Country and try out every ice cream stand? Well, maybe not every one, unless you have ice cream for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. This would work well for me in concept, but is probably not realistic. Even so, if you’re spending a week with us,...
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Find Your Next Treasure at the Mansfield Flea Market
Spend a day in the town of Mansfield – it may look like a quiet little town, but looks are often deceiving! Mansfield is one of the prettiest towns in the northeast corner, right next to Willimantic and home to UConn (and the famous Dairy Bar), as well as Mansfield Hollow State Park. If you’re with the family, come by on a Sunday so you can experience...
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Experience Connecticut Arts and Culture Free During Open House Day, June 12.
On June 12, arts, culture and entertainment throughout the state will come together to celebrate the Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism’s 6th Annual Connecticut Open House Day. With discounted admissions, freebies and special events, visitors can experience the best of what we have to offer all over the state. Here are a few options in Mystic Country,...
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Our Rich Nautical History Comes Alive at the Submarine Force Museum
Here in Mystic Country, we’re known for our shopping, our attractions, our dining, and our gorgeous coastline and countryside. What many people may not realize is the rich nautical history we are fortunate to have at our fingertips. We are a Navy community, proud home of the New London Submarine Base in Groton. Parts of that naval history are captured at the...
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