Thames River Heritage Park

Thames River Heritage Park A collection of heritage sites which capture the history and culture of life along the Thames River in New London and Groton, Connecticut.

Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruises, Historic Boat Tours, Private Charters, Lecture Series and more along the river. Thames River Heritage Park is a collection of almost 20 national and historic sites along two shores of the Thames River linked by a water taxi that tell the stories that shaped our nation. Thames River Heritage Park Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission and purpose is to promote, support, and sustain the Thames River Heritage Park, a collection of heritage sites linked by water which capture the history and culture of life along the Thames River.

Experience the Thames River like never before aboard the Park’s first annual Norwich Harbor Glow Cruise 🌟You’ll head nor...
09/17/2026

Experience the Thames River like never before aboard the Park’s first annual Norwich Harbor Glow Cruise 🌟

You’ll head north to Norwich with a narrated, guided river tour on the way to the free, family-friendly community event held at the Marina at American Wharf. Guests can enjoy the festival from 4-6PM and cruise back to New London while viewing the sunset!

🗓 Sunday, September 27 | 2:45-7:15PM
📍 City Pier, New London

Get Your Tickets TODAY: bit.ly/TRHPGlow

Next in the Park...September 16-30 | Events & Programs 📰◽️Historic Walking Tour at Cedar Grove Cemetery◽️Avery-Copp Hous...
09/16/2026

Next in the Park...September 16-30 | Events & Programs 📰

◽️Historic Walking Tour at Cedar Grove Cemetery
◽️Avery-Copp House’s Summer Garden Party
◽️Festive Day of Live Music with Hygienic Art

➡️ Newsletter Link: conta.cc/4re94lX

CT Maritime Heritage Festival Weekend is HERE!CTMHF has partnered with the Park to provide FREE Harbor Cruise service an...
09/11/2026

CT Maritime Heritage Festival Weekend is HERE!

CTMHF has partnered with the Park to provide FREE Harbor Cruise service and mini historic tours over the weekend. ⛵

Saturday, September 12th:
🔸 Harbor Cruise service between 3 Stops
🔸 Interactive Booth on City Pier
🔸 Drone Show Cruise from Fort Trumbull

Sunday, September 13th:
🔸 Harbor Cruise service between 3 Stops
🔸 45-Minute Tours from City Pier, New London

All free excursions are on a first come, first served basis. Cruise the river past tall ships and immerse yourself in maritime history. All ages are welcome!

➡ More Info: bit.ly/CTMHF-TRHP

We Have Officially Dropped More Tickets! ⚓The park's Drone Show Cruise will bring you for a tour down the Thames River a...
09/10/2026

We Have Officially Dropped More Tickets! ⚓

The park's Drone Show Cruise will bring you for a tour down the Thames River and to the Ledge Lighthouse and back to secure a front row spot for the display. Held during the CT Maritime Heritage Festival and part of the America’s Navy 250 Celebration, get right under the action of the 300-drone light show over the New London waterfront. 🇺🇸

🗓 Saturday, September 12 | 7:55PM & 8:05PM
📍 Fort Trumbull, New London

Save Your Seats: bit.ly/TRHPDShow

‼️CANCELLED due to predicted inclement weather. Keep an eye out for a future rescheduled date! ‼️Save the Date for Upcom...
09/09/2026

‼️CANCELLED due to predicted inclement weather. Keep an eye out for a future rescheduled date! ‼️

Save the Date for Upcoming Fall Cruise 💃

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, this one-hour cruise will feature musicians and childhood friends, Alessandra Gonzalez and Daniel Villegas. From their indigenous background to their Nuyorican way of thinking, Daniel and Alessandra truly represent Colombia and Puerto Rico. To see them perform is to be back in the homeland, wherever that may be for you. 🎶

Purchase 🎟 TODAY: bit.ly/TRHPSalsa

Tickets are still available for the Park's annual fundraising event!Please join us for an unforgettable event, Twilight ...
09/06/2026

Tickets are still available for the Park's annual fundraising event!

Please join us for an unforgettable event, Twilight on the Thames, an elegant evening of cocktails, coastal fare, and community support by the lighthouse on the sea. The goal for this evening is to benefit the Thames River Heritage Park Foundation and all of its programs.

More Information & Tickets: bit.ly/TRHPTwilight

Questions? Contact Us: 860-333-6706

The Final Harbor Cruise Weekend ✨The Traditional Saturday route & Specialty Sunday route will wrap up it's service this ...
09/04/2026

The Final Harbor Cruise Weekend ✨

The Traditional Saturday route & Specialty Sunday route will wrap up it's service this weekend. Take advantage of clear skies to round out summer with the Park!

🔹 11AM-5PM | One-Hour Loop
🔹 Unlimited Rides with One Ticket Purchase
🔹 Stops between New London & Groton
🔹 Kids under the age of 18 ride FREE

Buy tickets as you board or online: bit.ly/TRHPCruise

Led by Local Historian, Matthew Reardon!In 1776, sensing the importance of New London, the Connecticut General Assembly ...
09/03/2026

Led by Local Historian, Matthew Reardon!

In 1776, sensing the importance of New London, the Connecticut General Assembly sent a committee to New London to determine how to protect this vital port. Come see the harbor as they did and learn about the forts of the harbor and the parts they played in the 1781 Raid on New London.

🗓 Sunday, September 6 | 11:45AM
📍Thames River Landing, Groton

🎟 Purchase Tickets Online: bit.ly/TRHPHarbor

Address

1 Waterfront Park, P. O. Box 851
New London, CT
06320

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+18603336706

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