Today is Thursday, December 26, 2024
Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Cruises are not running today.

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Thames River Heritage Park seeks New Boat Operator

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation is accepting proposals for a boat operator to manage the boats for the Park’s Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Cruise / Water Taxi service, history-themed tours and charters for the 2025 season. The boat operation was previously managed by Scott Arsenault of Vixen Ledge Marine, who retired at the end of the 2024 contract.

“We are grateful for Scott’s service to the Park during the last 6 years and look forward to working with a new operator that will continue the professional, customer-friendly service for our Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Cruises / Water Taxi, history-themed boat tours and specialty cruises for which Thames River Heritage Park is known,” stated the Foundation’s executive director, Catherine Foley.

To review the Request for Proposal (RFP), scan the QR code or visit  https://www.thamesriverheritagepark.org/trhpf-boat-operator-rfp/.

Proposals are due via the on-line portal included in the RFP by February 3, 2025.

Thames River Heritage Park Foundation promotes, supports and sustains Thames River Heritage Park making the heritage and culture of the Thames River region vivid and relevant to all by connecting people, communities, institutions, sites and stories to the historic waterfront and natural landscape of the Thames River estuary via hop-on hop-off Harbor cruises / water taxi service and history-themed boat tours and collaborative programs, such as, Stories from the Park Lecture Series, TRHP Docent Academy and Discover the Thames campaign.

Thames River Heritage Park Academy – Winter 2025

2025 Thames River Heritage Park Academy Flyer 

History lovers, you are in for a treat! This yearly academy is for current and prospective volunteers of Thames River Heritage Park.

Spanning 10 total weeks, aspiring docents visit heritage sites that comprise the park and take part in scholarly and engaging presentations. Private tours are the perfect opportunity to absorb all of the fantastic history associated with each site.

Travel back in time with scholarly and experienced teachers along with other intellectually curious companions and discover the rich history and heritage of the Thames.

10-Week Schedule:

  • Thursdays, 9AM – 12:30PM
  • February 13 – April 17, 2025
  • Make-Up Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
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  • *Registration Opening Soon*
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More Information

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Giving Tuesday 2024

 

Why Should You Donate Today?

Giving Tuesday is a global outreach program that happens annually in December. Starting off as a small initiative to help your neighbor, it has developed into a larger concept to give what you can to the entities that you care about.

Any donation to Thames River Heritage Park will make an immediate impact. As a nonprofit organization, the park strives to provide and expand programs and services that enhance the quality of life for residents, promote tourism and keep the history and heritage of the Thames alive today and for generations to come.

Where Your Contribution Goes

– Any donation of $35 or higher will grant you membership to the park and access to added perks and benefits! 

-Help continue to get New London youth on the Thames River to learn about the maritime and cultural history that makes the region so unique.

-Support local initiatives, like the Docent Academy, to provide lifelong learners with the opportunity to share stories connected to heritage sites!

AND MORE…

Thank you in advance for your support today and future endeavors. 

#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon #GivingTuesday

Holiday Deals…Gift Cards, Season Passes & More!

Give the Gift of Summer This Holiday Season!
 

 
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Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Cruise Season Pass

Receive 25% off when purchased online between NOW and DEC 31 using the promo code MerryDays.

Gift Cards

Purchase $100 in gift cards and receive a complimentary 4-pack for a Happy Hour or Sunset Harbor Cruise during the 2025 summer season through DEC 31.

Membership

“Friend” membership starts as low as a $35 donation.

TRHP Members receive a variety of special benefits, discounts and premiums from recognition on our website, discounted merchandise, harbor cruise tickets and season passes.

Merchandise

Hats and t-shirts are for sale on our website! Get ready for summer in style and support the park on your adventures.

 


Purchase Gift Card | Purchase HOHO Season Pass

Purchase Membership | Purchase Merchandise


 

Gift cards may be used for history-themed boat tours; hop-on, hop-off harbor, full moon, sunset and fireworks cruises, Stories of the Thames Reception/Lecture Series, Docent Academy and merchandise.


TRHP Disclaimer: Enter promo code at checkout. Order processing and per ticket fees not discounted. Some restrictions may apply. All ticket purchases are final, once the order has processed discounts cannot be applied. No refunds. No exchanges. Need help, call (860) 333-6706.


Saturday, December 14th: Show your receipt at Flavours of Life or Garde Arts Center box office to get your map stamped for a chance at the Downtown New London Association Santa Shopping Stroll merchant gift basket.

#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon

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