- TripBuzz found 242 things to do with kids in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 235 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Waterford.
- From Essex Steam Train & Riverboat to Connecticut River Museum, the Essex area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, National & State Parks, Parks and Historic Homes.
- The town of Essex is positioned in Middlesex County, Connecticut. This lightly populated area, covering 12 square miles, is made up of three separate villages. The town is home to seven National Historic Sites and is host to an array of festivals and parades. This family-filled town is a historic wonder filled with exquisite architecture on the coast of the nearby Connecticut river.
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30 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937
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United Artist East Hampton Theatre is a state of the art movie theatre with the latest in digital technology. The theatre shows the latest blockbuster titles and is home to six screens, reclining chairs and full service concession stands
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Run by a local historical society, Bridgehampton Historical Museum features a mix of rotating and permanent exhibits depicting the history of the region. The museum also hosts community events like craft fairs, car shows, and cultural festivals.
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New Britain, Connecticut is home to Walnut Hill Park, a beautiful expanse of green land that is popular for strolling, picnicking and nature photography. Its amenities include a paved walking track, two tennis courts and a baseball diamond.
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Mill Pond Park is Newington's largest town park and features a picturesque waterfall. The park's family-friendly amenities include soccer fields, basketball courts, picnic areas, walking trails, ice skating and more.
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A community theater that emphasizes audience involvement and participation, the Hole in the Wall Theater presents a seasonally-changing slate of shows. Performances have included musicals, classic plays, and adaptations of classic television programs.
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Southern Connecticut State University, 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515
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Affiliated with Southern Connecticut State University, the John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts hosts an array of nationally and internationally touring acts, as well as productions affiliated with the University.
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Painter Park is a recreational park that features a playground that includes a wooden castle, slides, swings, hiding places, and an area for small children. The park also has pavilions available for picnicking.
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Savin Rock Beach is a rocky beach featuring a waterside walkway. Visitors may enjoy the scenic views the beach provides with small picturesque cottages lining the far shore. The beach also houses Jimmies, a small seafood restaurant.
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158 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937
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The John Drew Theater of Guild Hall was established in 1931 and features digitized lighting controls, motorized rigging lighting, and technical booths. The theater is octagonal shaped and has a tent-like blue and white striped ceiling.
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Housed in a structure believed to be built in the 1720's by English settlers, the Home Sweet Home museum depicts life in the mid 18th century. The museum offers tours through the home, which includes period correct furnishings.