Join historian Peter J. Emanuel, Jr., on May 7 at 1:30 p.m. as he tells the story of the whaleship Stonington and discusses his new book Course Change: The Whaleship…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
She always made your favorite foods — now it’s time you learned how to make her favorite drinks! Under the expert guidance of Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at…
When you enter the lower gallery you'll be greeted by a vibrant mix of colors, textures, and ideas, each piece telling its own unique story. Join us on May 11th…
Calling All Artists! The Crossing: A Juried Exhibition is open to all artists and mediums. We hope to receive artists' best and most recent work. It is also an opportunity…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Celebrate Armed Forces Day with a deep-dive into the rich history of naval rum! Born amid ships, rum has long been served aboard naval vessels and was a critical provision…
Experience the beautiful Mystic shoreline community at the Mystic Half Marathon and 10K! Enjoy scenic views for 13.1 or 6.2 miles, running from Olde Mistick Village, past historic ships, through…
Spring is a great time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on a guided hike…
Witness spring migration by joining us for a morning birding walk at DPNC. Each week will bring new birds to the woods and wetlands of our sanctuary. Please bring binoculars.…
Around this time each year, horseshoe crabs crawl out of the ocean and onto the beaches of New England to lay their eggs. Join us in observing this natural wonder…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
It’s time to catch some frogs! After our educator shares a few fun froggy facts and some tips and tricks for catching them, have fun seeing who in your family…
Join us on Saturday, May 25, 2024, as The Haley Mansion, part of the historic Inn at Mystic Property hosts Family Fun Day at the Mansion and the fourteen acres…
Join us for a spring exploration of the Stone Bridges Trail at the Nature Center. Along the way we’ll investigate old quarries and look for signs of spring. This program…
You’ve mastered the grill, now it’s time to tame the mixing tin! World-renowned mixology author and educator Anthony Caporale has put together a selection of cocktails tailor made for outdoor…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Ramble through the trails and support the Nature Center! Join us for a special 5K trail walk/run starting a Coogan Farm and rambling through the trails of the Nature Center…
Ramble through the trails and support the Nature Center! Join us for a special 5K trail walk/run starting a Coogan Farm and rambling through the trails of the Nature Center…
The Friends Annual Spring Fair is on June 1st from 9-2, rain or shine! The fair will include a White Elephant sale and our Silent Auction will close at 2…
Kick off summer at Riverfest! Tour visiting fishing vessels docked at the Museum for the weekend, and immerse yourself in special historical demonstrations like sail handling aboard historic vessels, cod…
Dive into a sea of love, acceptance, and celebration! Join us on June 1, 7-10pm for Mystic Aquarium’s Party with Pride! With the vibrant colors of marine life as the…
On Sunday, June 2, from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM, Bestselling Rhode Island author Donna Russo will be signing copies of her latest release, the critically acclaimed, VINCENT'S WOMEN at Bank Square…
Visit the library between June 1st and June 8th to purchase used books! Our Friend Weeklong Book Sale is tradition, and you're bound to find a treasure or two. Most…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Come see over 50 ship models of tugboats and a variety of related craft including towboats, pushboats, fireboats, and barges. Tugboats are one of the most popular type of ship…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? How did this secret-agents tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the…
The Conference concludes in the beautiful Dina Merrill Theater and Rose Barn Theater with two public performances of an extraordinary mix of devised work from throughout the Conference, featuring guest…
Summer is a great time of year to get a full view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on…
Join Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award-winning Institute of Culinary Education, for a hands-on sequel to our World of Whiskey tasting class! You’ll master the creation…
The Conference concludes in the beautiful Dina Merrill Theater and Rose Barn Theater with two public performances of an extraordinary mix of devised work from throughout the Conference, featuring guest…
Monday. Start your week off with a relaxing morning walk at the Peace Sanctuary. We’ll stroll the hillside, admiring beautiful views from the overlook of the Mystic River. Meet at…
The National Theater Institute's Theatermakers Summer Intensive trains students in a credit-earning curriculum of acting, directing, and playwriting. The six-week program focuses on: cultivating constant creativity practice, essential training techniques,…
Tuesday. What’s the best way to deal with invasive plants? Eat them! Walk the trails at Coogan Farm with a naturalist and learn to identify local, edible invasive plants. Upon…
Whether you’re a dedicated Scotch drinker, a die-hard Bourbon fan, or if you just want to develop an appreciation for cask-aged spirits, this class is for you! Join Mystic’s own…
Thursday. Celebrate the longest day of the year and the arrival of summer with a hike exploring the trails at the Nature Center. We’ll listen for birds and frogs and…
Greg’s received a terminal diagnosis. But the Earth's dying, too, so like, at least he’s in good company? This all makes sense to Greg. After all, the world’s too big…
