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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. 

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Thames River Heritage Park is comprised of 20+ heritage sites throughout New London and Groton. Check out the latest newsletter and find the perfect event, program or activity for yourself, friends and family!

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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.

 

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Purchase Gift Card | Purchase HOHO Season Pass

Purchase Membership | Purchase Merchandise

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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.

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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.

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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

Thames River Heritage Park is comprised of 20+ heritage sites throughout New London and Groton. Check out the latest newsletter and find the perfect event, program or activity for yourself, friends and family!

#DiscovertheThames #VisitCT #ExploreNewLondon

Saturday, October 19th | 10AM-5:30PM

Cedar Grove Cemetery in collaboration with New London Landmarks is sponsoring a day of New London and cemetery history stories!

Individual Tour Tickets: $20 each | Three events to choose from

All Day Pass: $50 |  Ticket bundle for all three events

Event #1: 10AM-11:30AM | Buy Tickets

The morning kicks off with the walking tour “Agents, Captains, Wives and Crews: New London’s Whaling History” at Cedar Grove Cemetery. Tour will be led by Gail B. MacDonald.

Event #2: 1:30PM-3PM | Buy Tickets

Historian William Hosley will lead a picture show and lecture focusing on cemetery art titled “America’s First Sculpture: CT Gravestones.” This will be held at The Place for CommUNITY Wellbeing.

Event #3: 4PM-5:30PM | Buy Tickets

The “Colonial-Era Stories of Hardships and Happiness from the Second Burial Ground” walking tour will focus on the everyday life in New London during the 17th and 18th centuries by using the collection of headstones at Cedar Grove Cemetery. Tour will be led by Gail B. MacDonald.

More Info: Any questions about the event, tours and lecture can be directed to Gail MacDonald at [email protected].

Rain Date: Sunday, October 20th. Purchase by Credit Card in advance or Cash in person the day of the event. Walk-ins welcomed.

Purchase All Day Pass | Purchase Single Event Tickets