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Housed in an 1878 Steamboat Dock warehouse located on the waterfront, the museum tells the Connecticut River Valley story in four galleries, with a working reproduction of the American Turtle, America?s first submarine. Gift shop.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Pratt House (c.1732)

Historic house built in sections throughout the 18

Essex, CT Historic Homes

Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride

Ride in 1920's coaches pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. Then, board the river boat Becky Thatcher and cruise along the Connecticut River. Gift shop, snack shop, special events. Dinner train (May-Oct.)

Essex, CT Excursions

Historic Villages of Essex

The historic villages of Essex (Centerbrook, Essex & Ivroyton)

Essex, CT Historic Districts

Griswold Inn

1776 inn with an outstanding art collection, riverboat decor, furnished with antiques. 31 rooms with private bath (14 suites, eight with fireplace)

Essex, CT Lodging

RiverQuest

Experience the Connecticut River aboard RiverQuest. 90

Essex, CT Cruises

Things to do near Essex, CT

Windsor Towne House Hotel

27 efficiencies, coffee shop....

Altnaveigh Inn

1734 country inn in historic district. Two rooms, private bath, rest., TV, a/c....

Oak Grove Nature Center

Educational center with nature trails....

Wesley Inn & Suites

41 units (some suites with kitchenette), TV...

Farmington Woods Golf Course

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...