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SUMMARY:Run to Remember 5K Road Race & Walk
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance\nWhat: Inaugural Coast Guard Foundation 5K road race and walk honoring fallen Coast Guard members\nWhen: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026\, 7:30–11 a.m.\nLocation: Fort Trumbull State Park\, 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT\n5K Start: 9 a.m.\nKids Fun Run: 8:45 a.m.\, free with registration\nCheck-In: Opens at 7:30 a.m.\nAdmission: $40 through October 15; $50 October 16 and race day\, plus processing fees\nMilitary/Veteran Discount: $10 off 5K registration\nCourse: 3.1-mile\, flat\, out-and-back route along Pequot Avenue overlooking the Thames River\nTiming: Chip-timed by SNERRO\, LLC\nAwards: Overall male and female winners and age-group awards\nFamily Friendly: Runners\, walkers\, joggers\, and strollers welcome\nBeneficiary: Coast Guard Foundation emergency relief and tragedy assistance programs\nRegistration: Online registration available; advance registration recommended \nEvent Description\nRun to Remember 5K Road Race & Walk brings runners\, walkers\, military families\, and supporters together at Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on Saturday\, October 17\, for a morning dedicated to honoring members of the United States Coast Guard who lost their lives in service. \nOrganized in support of the Coast Guard Foundation\, the inaugural New London event combines a waterfront road race with a remembrance of the men and women whose service and sacrifice are part of the Coast Guard’s history. \nThe morning begins with a free Kids Fun Run\, followed by a chip-timed 5K that welcomes participants of all abilities. Whether competing for a personal best\, walking with family members\, or participating in memory of someone who served\, entrants share a common purpose: supporting the Coast Guard community. \nA Waterfront Course Along the Thames River\nThe 3.1-mile course begins at Fort Trumbull State Park and follows an out-and-back route along Pequot Avenue\, offering views of the Thames River and New London’s waterfront. \nDescribed by organizers as flat and fast\, the course is suitable for experienced runners looking for a competitive time as well as recreational joggers and walkers who prefer a more relaxed pace. \nChip timing will be provided by SNERRO\, LLC\, allowing registered 5K participants to receive an official race time. \nStrollers are welcome\, making the event accessible to families who want to complete the course together. \nThe setting is particularly appropriate for an event honoring Coast Guard service. Across the Thames River in New London\, the United States Coast Guard Academy has trained generations of officers\, while the surrounding waterfront remains closely connected to the service’s maritime mission. \nRemembering Those Who Served\nThe Run to Remember is more than a traditional community road race. \nIts central purpose is to honor Coast Guard members who made the ultimate sacrifice while recognizing the families and colleagues who continue to carry their memories. \nThe Coast Guard’s responsibilities range from search and rescue and maritime law enforcement to environmental protection\, port security\, and national defense. Its members frequently operate in difficult and dangerous conditions\, sometimes risking their own lives to save others. \nFor Coast Guard families\, the loss of a loved one can bring emotional and financial challenges that continue long after the initial tragedy. \nThe event offers an opportunity for active-duty personnel\, veterans\, relatives\, friends\, and members of the public to come together in remembrance while contributing to programs that help Coast Guard families facing hardship. \nSupporting the Coast Guard Foundation\nProceeds benefit the Coast Guard Foundation\, a nonprofit organization that provides support to Coast Guard members and their families. \nThe Foundation’s work includes emergency assistance\, tragedy support\, scholarships\, education programs\, and other resources intended to strengthen the Coast Guard community. \nIts tragedy assistance programs help families following the loss of a Coast Guard member\, while emergency relief efforts provide assistance during unexpected hardships. \nBy participating in the Run to Remember\, runners and walkers help support these services while demonstrating community appreciation for the Coast Guard’s mission. \nThe Foundation also offers opportunities for individuals and businesses to sponsor the race or volunteer. Those interested in helping can contact the event organizers. \nA Morning for the Whole Family\nThe event begins at 7:30 a.m. when race-day check-in opens at Fort Trumbull State Park. \nAt 8:45 a.m.\, children can participate in the free half-mile Kids Fun Run. Although there is no entry fee\, registration is required. \nThe main 5K begins at 9 a.m. \nAfter the race\, participants can gather for refreshments and an awards presentation recognizing the top three male and female finishers overall\, along with age-group winners. \nAge divisions include 14 and younger\, 15–19\, 20–29\, 30–39\, 40–49\, 50–59\, 60–69\, and 70 and older. \nThe event is designed to be welcoming rather than exclusively competitive. Walkers\, joggers\, and participants who simply want to show their support are encouraged to register. \nFort Trumbull: A Historic Setting for Remembrance\nFort Trumbull State Park occupies a prominent waterfront site overlooking the Thames River and Long Island Sound. \nThe present fort\, completed in the 19th century\, reflects New London’s long military and maritime history. Its distinctive granite walls and strategic location have made it one of the city’s most recognizable historic landmarks. \nToday\, the state park combines preserved military architecture with waterfront walkways\, open space\, and views of the river. \nThe location connects the event’s remembrance theme with New London’s longstanding role as a center of American maritime activity. \nRegistration and Race-Day Information\nRegistration for the 5K costs $40 through October 15\, increasing to $50 on October 16 and race day. Processing fees are additional. \nA $10 discount is available for military members and veterans. \nThe Kids Fun Run is free\, but children must be registered. \nThe first 100 registered 5K participants are eligible to receive a commemorative inaugural Run to Remember New London coin. \nLimited-edition Coast Guard Foundation Run to Remember T-shirts are available for $30\, with proceeds supporting the Foundation’s assistance programs. \nParticipants should arrive early enough to check in before their scheduled start time and wear comfortable running or walking shoes appropriate for the weather. \nTo register for the race\, click the Event Ticketing link below. \n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown. \n\n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/run-to-remember-5k-road-race-walk/
LOCATION:Fort Trumbull State Park\, 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
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SUMMARY:Children’s Walking Parade:
Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters
DESCRIPTION:Mermaid & Privateer Children’s Walking Parade:
Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters invites children to become part of the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival on Saturday\, September 12\, with a free\, costumed procession through Fort Trumbull State Park and Museum in New London. \nThe parade begins at 11:30 a.m. at Fort Trumbull and is part of the festival’s family programming. Children are encouraged to dress as mermaids\, privateers\, pirates\, sea monsters\, and other nautical characters\, with free face painting and costume-making activities helping families get ready before the procession begins. Current festival coverage also calls it the Mermaids and Privateers Parade\, while event calendars use Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade\, so families may see both names for Saturday’s event. \nThis isn’t a parade where kids are expected to stand behind a barricade and watch someone else have all the fun. \nThey’re invited to join in. \nFirst\, Make Yourself Into a Sea Creature\nFamilies can arrive at Fort Trumbull before the 11:30 a.m. start and make the transformation part of the morning. \nThe festival’s Kids Nautical Zone includes children’s activities throughout the weekend\, and Saturday’s programming includes face painting and costume activities before the parade. The larger festival opens at 10 a.m.\, giving families time to explore before lining up for the procession. \nThat means elaborate homemade costumes aren’t required. \nA child who arrives Saturday morning dressed like an ordinary human can still end up marching as something considerably more aquatic. \nMermaids are an obvious choice\, but the concept is intentionally broad. Pirates\, privateers and imaginary creatures all fit into a procession built around the centuries-old combination of the sea and human imagination. \nWhy Mermaids and Sea Monsters Belong at a Maritime Festival\nA weekend devoted to maritime heritage could limit itself to ships\, sailors and naval history. \nThe sea has never been that simple. \nFor as long as people have traveled beyond the shoreline\, they’ve brought stories home with them. \nUnfamiliar animals became monsters. Strange shapes glimpsed from a moving ship acquired elaborate explanations. Mermaids and other humanlike sea creatures appeared independently in folklore around the world. Sailors carried stories from one port to another\, changing them along the way. \nEven the monsters sometimes had something real behind them. \nManatees and dugongs have been suggested as possible sources of some mermaid sightings. Giant squid were once creatures of legend before science confirmed that enormous cephalopods really did inhabit the deep ocean. Whales could be terrifyingly large to someone encountering one from a wooden boat. \nThe boundary between natural history and maritime folklore could become wonderfully blurry. \nSaturday’s parade takes that tradition and lets children run with it. \nPirates and Privateers Aren’t Quite the Same Thing\nThe other characters likely to appear Saturday come with a little more historical baggage. \nA pirate operated outside the law. \nA privateer operated with government authorization\, usually under a commission or letter of marque permitting a privately owned vessel to attack and capture enemy shipping during wartime. \nFrom the perspective of the people whose ship was being captured\, the distinction may not have been terribly comforting. \nBut legally\, it mattered. \nPrivateering became particularly important during the American Revolution\, when the new United States lacked the enormous naval establishment possessed by Britain. \nNew London and Connecticut’s other ports were deeply connected to that maritime world. \nSo the privateers marching around Fort Trumbull Saturday aren’t entirely imaginary visitors. \nThey have historical roots here. \nFort Trumbull Is a Particularly Good Place for the Parade\nThe parade’s 2026 setting gives the fantasy a very real historical backdrop. \nFort Trumbull occupies a strategic position overlooking the Thames River and New London Harbor. The current masonry fort dates largely to the 19th century\, but the site’s military history reaches back to the American Revolution. \nAnd one of the darkest days in New London’s history happened here. \nOn September 6\, 1781\, British forces commanded by Benedict Arnold attacked the New London and Groton area. \nThe earlier Fort Trumbull was overwhelmed. \nAcross the river\, the fighting at Fort Griswold became much bloodier. British troops captured the fort\, and American commander Col. William Ledyard was killed after surrendering his sword. \nMuch of New London was burned during the raid. \nThat history becomes especially relevant during this year’s Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival because 2026 marks the nation’s 250th anniversary\, and Revolutionary War history is woven throughout the weekend. \nBritish and American reenactors will establish 18th-century encampments at Fort Trumbull\, complete with canvas tents\, camp kitchens and open fires. Visitors can meet reenactors and watch military drills and marching demonstrations. \nSo children dressed as privateers will be walking through a place where the history they’re pretending actually happened. \nThis Is One Piece of a Huge Morning at Fort Trumbull\nFamilies could easily build most of Saturday around the parade. \nThe Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the day\, with vessel tours\, children’s programming\, living history\, vendors\, live entertainment and maritime demonstrations spread between Fort Trumbull and the downtown waterfront. \nThe festival’s 2026 vessel lineup is unusually substantial. \nVisitors will be able to explore visiting military\, training and historic vessels\, while the waterfront programming includes Coast Guard demonstrations and activities connected to the Coast Guard Academy’s 150th anniversary. \nAt 10 a.m.\, the U.S. Postal Service will formally dedicate a new U.S. Coast Guard Academy Forever stamp at the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival. The ceremony is part of the Academy’s sesquicentennial celebration. \nThen\, at 11:30\, the mermaids and monsters get their turn. \nAfter the Parade\, Follow the Music Downtown\nThere’s another reason to join the parade rather than treating it as an isolated event. \nAt 12:30 p.m.\, Steve Elci & Friends perform a free children’s sing-along at Custom House Pier with The Little Mermaid and The Wayfinder. \nThe concert poster explicitly bills the performance as an “After the Parade!” event. \nThat creates a natural progression for families. \nStart at Fort Trumbull for face painting and costume activities. \nJoin the parade at 11:30. \nThen head toward the downtown waterfront for singing and dancing. \nThe one thing parents need to understand is that the parade and concert are at different festival locations. \nFortunately\, organizers are providing free transportation between festival areas. The Thames River Heritage Park water taxi operates continuously from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. between Fort Trumbull\, City Pier and Thames River Landing in Groton. Free shuttle buses are also available. The water taxi doesn’t operate on a fixed timetable\, and boarding is first-come\, first-served. \nThe Kids Get a Parade Before Benedict Arnold Gets His\nThere’s also a wonderfully strange symmetry to Saturday’s schedule. \nThe Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade isn’t the only procession through New London that day. \nAt 7:30 p.m.\, Flock Theatre begins the considerably less childlike Burning of Benedict Arnold – March of the Traitor. \nParticipants march from Bank Street toward Waterfront Park in a revival of New London’s historic tradition of symbolically punishing Arnold for the 1781 destruction of the city. The march culminates in the burning of an Arnold effigy on the waterfront. \nA 300-drone light show over the Thames River follows later that evening. \nSo New London gets bookend processions Saturday. \nThe morning belongs to mermaids\, pirates and sea monsters. \nThe evening belongs to an infamous Revolutionary War traitor. \nA Parade Kids Don’t Have to Watch From the Sidewalk\nThat’s ultimately what distinguishes the Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade from many festival parades. \nThe children aren’t merely the audience. \nThey’re the parade. \nThey can put on a costume\, have their face painted\, march through one of Connecticut’s most important maritime historic sites and then continue the adventure with music\, ships\, sailors and hands-on activities around the waterfront. \nThe Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival is supposed to introduce people to the state’s relationship with the sea. \nFor a five-year-old\, explaining 250 years of naval and maritime history may not be the most effective opening argument. \nAsk whether they want to become a mermaid or a sea monster. \nYou can work on the history afterward. \nDetails\nEvent: Little Mermaids and Sea Monsters Parade\nAlso Promoted As: Mermaids and Privateers Parade\nFestival: Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival\nDate: Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\nTime: 11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Fort Trumbull State Park and Museum\nAddress: 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT 06320\nAdmission: Free\nAges: Family-friendly / all ages\nParticipation: Children are encouraged to dress up and join the parade\nCostumes: Mermaids\, sea monsters\, pirates\, privateers and other maritime-inspired characters fit the theme\nBefore the Parade: Children’s activities and face painting are available as part of the festival programming\nFestival Hours: Daytime festival activities run 10 a.m.–5 p.m.\nAfter the Parade: Steve Elci & Friends perform a children’s sing-along at 12:30 p.m. at Custom House Pier\nTransportation: Free shuttle buses and Thames River Heritage Park water taxi service connect major festival locations\nWater Taxi: Continuous service from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. between Fort Trumbull\, City Pier and Thames River Landing; first-come\, first-served\nParking: Festival organizers recommend parking in a downtown Water Street garage or near Fort Trumbull and using free festival transportation between venues\nSetting: Outdoors; dress for waterfront weather \n  \n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mermaid-privateer-childrens-walking-parade-little-mermaids-and-sea-monsters/
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SUMMARY:Books of the Thames
DESCRIPTION:Books of the Thames takes guests onto the Thames River for a guided boat tour exploring the local history\, literature\, and waterfront sites that inspired famous books. Departing from Fort Trumbull State Park on Sunday\, July 26\, the excursion combines maritime history with stories connected to the river and the communities along its shores. \nLed by history educator Julie Cagle\, the tour brings colonial and maritime stories to life while offering passengers a new way to experience one of southeastern Connecticut’s most important waterways. Guests can listen to the guided presentation\, take in the views\, or simply relax and enjoy the breeze during the cruise. \nVisitors of all ages are welcome. Guests may bring a cooler with their own beverages and snacks. Historic Boat Tours are weather-dependent\, so travelers should check for the latest updates before heading to the dock. \nEvent Details\nEvent: Books of the Thames \nDate: Sunday\, July 26\, 2026 \nTime: 11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nDeparture Location: Fort Trumbull State Park Dock \nAddress: 90 Walbach St.\, New London\, CT 06320 \nAdmission\nAdults ages 18 and older: $35 \nChildren ages 4-17: $5 \nInfants ages 0-3: Free \nAbout the Tour\nThe Books of the Thames tour highlights local history\, literature\, and places along the river associated with well-known books and stories. A knowledgeable docent leads the excursion\, connecting the landscape to the people and events that shaped the region. \nGuests are welcome to bring snacks and beverages aboard. The tour is open to all ages. \nWeather Information\nHistoric Boat Tours operate Friday through Sunday and are weather-dependent. Guests should check the Thames River Heritage Park website or social media before departure for the latest schedule and operating information. \nWhy Attend\nBooks of the Thames offers a distinctive mix of local history\, literature\, sightseeing\, and time on the water. It is a good choice for history enthusiasts\, readers\, families\, and anyone interested in seeing New London and the Thames River from a different perspective. \nTickets\nTickets can be purchased by clicking the Event Ticketing link at the bottom of this page. \nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/books-of-the-thames/
LOCATION:Fort Trumbull State Park\, 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Trumbull State Park
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SUMMARY:Black Heritage Along the Thames: The Half That's Never Been Told
DESCRIPTION:Black Heritage Along the Thames: The Half That’s Never Been Told explores the often-overlooked stories of the Black men and women who helped shape New London’s history. Presented by Thames River Heritage Park on Sunday\, July 12\, this narrated boat tour examines more than 400 years of local history\, highlighting the struggles\, achievements\, and lasting contributions of the region’s Black community while cruising the historic Thames River. \nLed by local historians Nicole Thomas and Tom Schuch\, the tour connects landmarks along the river with stories of abolition\, education\, resilience\, and community leadership. As passengers travel the Thames\, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of how southeastern Connecticut’s Black residents influenced the region’s development and the broader American story in the ongoing pursuit of equality and justice. \nDeparting from Fort Trumbull State Park Dock\, the excursion welcomes visitors of all ages and combines history with scenic views of the Thames River. Guests are encouraged to bring snacks and beverages while enjoying an educational cruise that sheds light on an important chapter of local and national history. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Black Heritage Along the Thames: The Half That’s Never Been Told\nDate: Sunday\, July 12\, 2026\nTime: 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.\nDeparture Location: Fort Trumbull State Park Dock\nAddress: 90 Walbach St.\, New London\, CT 06320\n\nAdmission\n\nAdults (18+): $35\nChildren (4-17): $5\nInfants (0-3): Free\n\nTour Highlights\nThe narrated cruise explores: \n\nBlack history in New London\nMore than 400 years of local history\nAbolition and the fight for freedom\nEducation and community leadership\nStories of resilience and perseverance\nThe Thames River’s role in local history\n\nTour Guides\nThe tour is led by local historians: \n\nNicole Thomas\nTom Schuch\n\nWhat to Bring\nGuests are welcome to bring: \n\nSnacks\nBeverages\nA cooler\n\nImportant Information\n\nTours depart from Fort Trumbull State Park Dock.\nHistoric Boat Tours operate Friday through Sunday.\nTours are weather dependent.\nCheck the organizer’s website or social media for the latest schedule updates before traveling.\nAdvance tickets are recommended.\n\nContact Information\nThames River Heritage Park Foundation \n\nPhone: (860) 333-6706\nEmail: info@thamesriverheritagepark.org\n\nWhy Take the Tour?\nThis narrated cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore New London’s Black heritage from the water while learning about the individuals and communities whose contributions have helped shape southeastern Connecticut for generations. By combining local history with the scenic beauty of the Thames River\, the tour provides a meaningful perspective on the region’s past and its continuing legacy. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/black-heritage-along-the-thames-the-half-thats-never-been-told/
LOCATION:Fort Trumbull State Park\, 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Celebrate New London" Fireworks Cruise
DESCRIPTION:“Celebrate New London” Fireworks Cruise offers a front-row seat to one of southeastern Connecticut’s biggest summer celebrations from the waters of the Thames River. Departing from Fort Trumbull State Park Dock on Saturday\, July 11\, the evening cruise combines a scenic river excursion with an opportunity to watch the Celebrate New London fireworks display from the water. \nOperated by Thames River Heritage Park\, the cruise begins with a narrated journey down the Thames River before heading toward New London Harbor. Weather and boat traffic permitting\, the vessel will cruise to New London Ledge Lighthouse before returning to a prime viewing location for the fireworks\, giving passengers an unforgettable perspective of the display away from the crowds on shore. \nWith three departure times available\, the Fireworks Cruise is an ideal way for families\, couples\, and visitors to experience one of the region’s signature summer events. Guests are welcome to bring snacks and beverages aboard while enjoying an evening on the river. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: “Celebrate New London” Fireworks Cruise\nDate: Saturday\, July 11\, 2026\nDeparture Times:\n\n8:20 p.m.\n8:30 p.m.\n8:40 p.m.\n\n\nDeparture Location: Fort Trumbull State Park Dock\nAddress: 90 Walbach St.\, New London\, CT 06320\n\nCruise Highlights\nPassengers will enjoy: \n\nScenic cruise on the Thames River\nViews of New London Harbor\nCruise to New London Ledge Lighthouse (weather and boat traffic permitting)\nFront-row viewing of the Celebrate New London fireworks display\nEvening views from the water\n\nAdmission\n\nAdults (18+): $50\nChildren (4-17): $35\nInfants (0-3): Free\n\nWhat to Bring\nGuests are welcome to bring: \n\nSnacks\nNon-glass beverages\n\nPlease note: \n\nGlass containers are prohibited.\nThere is no restroom on board.\n\nContact Information\nThames River Heritage Park Foundation \n\nPhone: (860) 333-6706\nEmail: info@thamesriverheritagepark.org\n\nWhy Take the Cruise?\nWatching the Celebrate New London fireworks from the Thames River offers a unique perspective that can’t be experienced from shore. With panoramic waterfront views\, a cruise past historic landmarks\, and an unobstructed seat for the fireworks\, it’s one of the most memorable ways to enjoy the annual celebration. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/celebrate-new-london-fireworks-cruise/
LOCATION:Fort Trumbull State Park\, 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fort Trumbull State Park
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SUMMARY:Hop On\, Hop Off Harbor Cruise on the Thames River
DESCRIPTION:Hop On Hop Off Harbor Cruise on the Thames River by Thames River Heritage Park – Explore Waterfront Communities & Maritime History of New London and Groton\, Connecticut. This hop-on\, hop-off tour allows passengers to travel to multiple destinations located along the Thames River. Thames River Heritage Park’s scenic harbor cruise service gives visitors a chance to explore waterfront communities and the rich maritime history of New London and Groton. Learn about the area’s connection to shipping\, industry\, and military history while conveniently traveling between destinations. \nHop on whenever you want throughout the day at participating destinations. Discover historic sites\, explore the waterfront\, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Thames River! Whether you are visiting historic sights or relaxing on the water\, this transportation makes for a great way to see the area from a whole new perspective. \nIdeal for families\, history buffs\, visitors\, and locals who want to spend the day cruising the water. This Event is great for those who love transportation\, sightseeing\, or want to explore more of what the Thames River has to offer. \nAdditional Details\n\nDate: Sunday\, June 14\, 2026\nTime: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.\nLocation: Thames River Heritage Park\nDeparture Area: 90 Walbach Street\, New London\, CT 06320\nOperated by Thames River Heritage Park\nHop-on\, hop-off format allows passengers to visit participating destinations throughout the day\nOpportunity to experience the Thames River from the water\nTickets and additional information available through Thames River Heritage Park\nSuitable for families\, visitors\, and history enthusiasts\nWeather and operating conditions may affect schedules and availability
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/hop-on-hop-off-harbor-cruise-on-the-thames-river/
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