Past Event
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Apr 25
Shad Festival
Apr
25
Celebrate the state’s fish with demonstrations on boning, cooking, fly-tying, casting, children’s crafts, talks, films and exhibits, on the history, culture and lore of the American shad.
Event Details
Dates, Location & Info
- Date
- Apr 25
- Admission
- Museum admission.
- Address
- Connecticut River Museum
- Phone
- (860) 767-8269
- Website
- www.ctrivermuseum.org
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