Mystic, Ct Exit 90: Celebrate America’s birthday circa 1876 this Fourth of July at Mystic Seaport. Appreciate all the festivities: beginning with an exhilarating morning of boat races on the Mystic River, military exercises with the 27th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry on the Village Green, and an old-fashioned spelling bee for children.
At noon picnic alongside your 19th-century neighbors, at at 1 pm cheer for your favorite exhibit in the Independence Day Parade. Young patriots will enjoy crafting hats, and a spirited 1876 Independence Day ceremony will be followed by a cultured concert.
With so many activities you can spend the afternoon playing croquet with residents of 1876 Greenmanville, enjoy live theatrical performances, and partake in churning some ice cream and indulging in the delicious results. Don’t forget to save some energy for 19th-century lawn games on the Village Green.
Location: Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355
Date: July 4, 2015
Hours: 9 – 5 pm
Tel: : 860-701-9113
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