On Going Summer Events 2009 |
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Mystic Seaport
July 3-September 6
Friday&Sunday evenings
(excluding July 31st & August 2nd) |
Dinner Theater |
Enjoy a three course dinner at the Seaport's outdoor tavern, Spouter's. Then watch the Seaport's TaleMakers perform Eugene O'Neill's Ile aboard the L.A. Dunton.
O'Neill's harrowing one-act play features the story of the unforgiving captain of an Arctic whaler, his gentle wife and the obsession that threatens all they hold dear.
Tickets $45 and include dinner. |
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July 18- Oct 18
Florence Griswold Museum |
Clement C. Moore Collection
LymeIn Mind
96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371 |
This exhibition celebrates the promised gift of an extraordinary
group of paintings to the Museum by trustee Clement C. Moore and
features major works by the most notable members of the Lyme Art
Colony, including Hassam, Chadwick, DuMond, Greacen, Hoffman,
Metcalf, and Ranger. Many works have not been shown publicly.
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Summer 2009- 2012
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Restoring An Icon - The Charles W. Morgan
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Explore the preservation of the world’s last wooden whaleship in our newest exhibit, "Restoring an Icon: The Charles W. Morgan." Learn all about the tools, timber and skills that are part of the unprecedented restoration of this American icon. And while the Morgan may be a product of the 19th century, Mystic Seaport is up-to-the-minute, providing an interactive cell phone audio tour to guide you through the exhibition.
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July 2009 |
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Thursdays in July |
Jonathan Edwards Summer Music Series |
7:30-9:30 p.m. Rain or Shine |
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July 18- Oct 18 |
Lyme In Mind:
Clement C. Moore Collection
Florence Griswold Museum
96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371 |
This exhibition celebrates the promised gift of an extraordinary
group of paintings to the Museum by trustee Clement C. Moore and
features major works by the most notable members of the Lyme Art
Colony, including Hassam, Chadwick, DuMond, Greacen, Hoffman,
Metcalf, and Ranger. Many works have not been shown publicly.
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July 19- 20 |
Stonington Vineyards Wine & Food Festival |
Beginning at 11:00 a.m. live music, wine tastings & wine cellar tours. Local restaurants and food vendors will also be available.
Admission : Free |
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July 25 |
Sabino Dixieland Down River Cruise
6:30pm
Phone: 860.572.5351
Mystic Seaport |
Come aboard for a delightful steamboat cruise down the Mystic River with foottapping Dixieland music, plenty of delicious hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Dance to the tunes of the Mystic River Mud Band as they play old favorites, or sit on the old benches and enjoy the live music and camaraderie of an evening on the water. Sabino leaves from her dock near the main entrance to Mystic Seaport.
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July 25-26 |
Antique & Classic Boat Rendezvous -- Mystic Seaport |
Stroll the beautiful seaport to view dozens of beautifully restored pre 1963 power & sail boats. Boat Parade on the 27th |
August 2009 |
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Thursdays in August |
Jonathan Edwards Summer Music Series |
7:30-9:30 Rain or shine |
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Aug 8-9 |
52th Annual Mystic Outdoor Art Festival - Downtown Mystic |
Over 300 artists and craftsmans come together to display their art and sell their wares along the streets of Historic downtown Mystic. This is one of Mystic's most popular annual events and is not to be missed.
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August 15-16 |
Antique Marine Engine Exposition
Mystic Seaport |
Collectors from around the country show off humming. steaming displays of 19th and 20th century marine engines, |
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Aug 16, Sunday |
Pig Roast! Jonathan Edwards Winery
5-9 pm
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Live music, a 600 pound porker slow roasted for a day, all the fixin's and wine tasting is make this sure to make this one of the best events of the summer!
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September 2009 |
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Sept 5-7 |
Fish & Ships: A Labor Day Weekend Seafood Festival |
Celebrate the bounty of the sea at Mystic Seaport's second annual Labor Day Weekend seafood festival. Sample a variety of fresh seafood from local docks including steamed lobster, grilled fish and scallops, our famous New England clam chowder and an icy cold raw bar with clams, oysters and jumbo shrimp |
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Sept. 11-13 |
Taste of Mystic |
Bring your appetite to the Taste of Mystic. Over 30 local restaurants line Cottrell Street, in Historic Downtown Mystic each offering a unique and delicious taste of their specialty.
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Sept 26, Saturday |
Ocean Commotion Gala
Mystic Aquarium
ticket $150pp |
The Aquarium transforms into an enchanted world of undersea beauty. Enjoy fine dining, dancing and live auction to raise important funds for the Aquarium & Institute - |
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Sept.27 |
By Land and By Sea: Antique Vehicles at Mystic Seaport
9-3pm |
At the turn of the century, commerce depended more than ever before on connections between land and sea. Get up close and Personal with the vehicles industry relied on at a dazzling display of authentic cars, trucks and motorcycles from the turn of the century. And, at the end of the day, stay for a truly classic parade.
Price: Regular Seaport Admission Price |
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Sept 19-20 |
Stonington Vineyards Fall Wine & Food Festival |
Last chance this year to attend a fun filled event. Beginning at 11:00 a.m. live music, wine tastings & wine cellar tours. Local restaurants and food vendors will also be available.
Admission : Free |
October 2009 |
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Sept - Dec |
Clyde's Cider Mill, Old Mystic |
A visit to Clyde's Cider Mill is like stepping back in time. See the only steam powered cider mill in the U.S.
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Oct 3-4 |
Jonathan Edwards Annual Harvest Fest |
Their biggest party of the year celebrating their grape harvest. Local artisans, live music, grape stomping contest, hayrides and much more. Spend the day sipping wine sampling food from local restaurants and vendors.
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Oct 16-18,23-25, 29-31 |
Nautical Nightmares:
Maritime Ghost Stories |
The Mystic Seaport treats you to tales of haunted ships, lighthouses and a few of their own! Haunt historic vessels & exhibits. |
November 2009 |
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Nov. 28-29 |
Mystic Seaport Field Days |
Enjoy wagon rides, hot cider and festive songs of the sea while enjoying the beauty of the Mystic Seaport.
Admission : Regular Seaport Admission price. |
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Nov TBA |
Santa arrives by Tugboat ( 2pm) & Lighted Boat Parade (6:20pm) |
Santa arrives by tugboat! Santa will great the crows and listen to all of your holiday wishes. Join in with the Christmas carols while waiting for him to arrive. Mystic River Waterfront. Lighted Boat Parade follows. |
December 2009 |
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Nov 28, Dec 4-5,11-12,18-20,26-27 |
Mystic Seaport's Lantern Light Tours |
One of Connecticut's most popular yuletide activities! Immerse yourself in an all-new tale of the magic, merriment and mystery of Christmas Eve, 1876. Stroll through a festival holiday village, kick up your heels in a tavern dance and visit with sailors in port for the holiday. You may even spy a jolly old silver-haired fellow... |
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Dec 4th |
Stonington Borough Christmas Stroll |
Our fantastic local shops stay open late to usher in the season. Join the merriment as merchants welcome visitors with hors d'oeuvres and eggnog and other goodies. Great fun! |
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Dec 20 |
Community Carol Sing
Mystic Seaport |
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January 2010 TBA |
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February 2010 TBA |
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March 2010 TBA |
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On-going Events |
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Beluga Contact Program- Mystic Seaport Aquarium
Reservations are required |
Each Beluga Contact Program begins with a 20-minute orientation. Next you will spend approximately 20 minutes wading in the water with an experienced trainer and the whales. With the animal right beside you, you'll hear it breathe, spout and vocalize. You will see, first hand, how these amazing mammals are trained.
Cost : $130- 159:: Daily 10:45, 2:30, 4:30 (Wednesdays 2:30 & 4:30) |
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Dec, Jan, Feb, March |
Penguin Contact Program - Mystic Aquarium
Reservations are required |
During this hour-long intimate encounter, you will get to see exactly what the penguin experts see. The penguins will walk freely among your group, you'll be able to touch the penguins and learn all about the history of the species and about conservation issues affecting these intriguing animals.
Cost: $79.00 - please refer to www.mysticaquarium.org for times |
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