Three new exhibits. Centuries of art. The William Benton Museum of Art at UConn.
The William Benton Museum of Art at UConn is kicking the new year off with three new spring exhibits, open now. Women of New England: Dress from the Industrial Age; Classical Mythology in Modern and Contemporary Art; and Themes from the Collections: The 16th to the 21st Century will be at the museum through March 11. These are great exhibits for the whole family....
Continue ReadingKim and Kourtney Kardashian visit Mystic.
We were all surprised when the Kardashian sisters showed up here in Mystic last year. As always we should have known…method to the madness. Nevertheless, we are thrilled they came to visit. Here they are downtown and at Mystic Aquarium in a recent edition of Kourtney & Kim Take New York. Start at :45 for Mystic footage. Very cute.
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Connecticut’s history of glassmaking, all in one cool museum. The Museum of Connecticut Glass.
Did you know Connecticut has a rich history of glassmaking? I certainly didn’t. The Museum of Connecticut Glass, Inc. located in Coventry is the place to learn more. The museum was born in 1994 and is an ever-developing project focused on education and history of glassmaking in the state from the 1700s through present day. Still a work in progress, exhibits...
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Welcome 2012 in style. New Year’s in Mystic Country.
Got big plans yet? We have plenty to choose from, so if you haven’t found something yet, look no further. Start out your evening dining in style. New Year’s Eve dinners are happening at all the cool places–music, too, and menus to start 2012 off right. Cocktails and champagne toasts are staples, of course, and if you’re still hungry after all your...
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The Boston Globe reviews New London, CT. What to do here with or without the kids.
The Boston Globe recently ran a wonderful article on our favorite little city by the sea, New London. This historic district dating back to whaling times has come a long way in recent years. The city is a wonderful spot to explore American history, art, theater, nautical heritage and food without the hassle of hitting the biggest of apples. A Tank Away: New...
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Video: WCVB TV 5 Boston visits Stonington, CT. Just a tank away.
Video of a visit to Stonington by WCVB-TV Boston; Lots to learn and explore here in this gorgeous little New England village. Take a look at here on Tank Away: Stonington. Charming all 4 seasons I have to say. Stay informed. Follow Mystic Country by RSS, email, on Facebook or Twitter.
Continue ReadingBeluga Whale loves Frosty and Saxophone Santa at Mystic Aquarium
That little Juno. He really loves music. Earlier this summer Mystic Aquarium’s young beluga whale danced along to a Mariachi band. Here he enjoys Saxophone Santa’s rendition of Frosty the Snowman at a recent holiday event: Stay informed. Follow Mystic Country by RSS, email, on Facebook or Twitter.
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Christmas by the Sea at Mystic Seaport.
By the sea is a wonderful place to spend any holiday, but Christmas by the Sea at Mystic Seaport is a must. Now through Jan. 1, the Seaport is celebrating with Christmas trees and wreaths decorated with seashells, stories of the season spent at sea and hands-on activities that will give you an authentic glimpse of a 19th century Christmas. Charming and not in...
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Holiday 2011. Mystic Country events that turn spirit ON.
Insure your holiday spirit with one of these events in Mystic Country. MANY are FREE so no excuses wherever you are. Follow the links for detailed info on hours, locations, times and tickets if needed. Have fun and be very jolly: Saturday, November 5- Saturday, December 13 Holiday Cabaret at Cornerstone Playhouse, Mystic. Lively song and dance show sizzles...
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Mystic Restaurant Week + fun freebies in celebration of a VIP 70th.
October 28 kicks off a big week in Mystic. It’s Restaurant Week (great food at a great price) PLUS the town is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the Charles W. Morgan, the world’s last remaining wooden whaling ship. Mystic’s VIP (should be VIS right?!) had an 80 year whaling career that ended in 1921 and she, with a man’s...
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