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Beer’s Brewing Company 225 Leonard Drive #1B Groton, CT Website They are an independent craft brewery based out of the American Velvet Mill in Stonington, CT, now open at a 2nd facility in Groton, CT. Officially considered a Microbrewery, their combined 1,085 gallon/35 BBL brew houses proudly produce a wide variety of brews each year – from their tried and Read more...
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Bluff Point is the last remaining significant piece of undeveloped land along the Connecticut coastline. Jutting out into waters of Long Island Sound this wooded peninsula, measuring one and one-half miles long by one mile wide, encompasses over 800 acres. Originally proposed for acquisition as a state recreation facility as early as 1914, it was not until 1963 that the Read more...
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EASTERN POINT BEACH Eastern Point Beach is a family oriented beach with seasonal amenities including lifeguards, snack bar, restrooms and showers, and basketball and volleyball courts. Scenic views of where the Thames River meets the Long Island Sound are enjoyed by all. The beach season runsgies mid-June through Labor Day. Seasonal parking stickers are available for purchase on an annual Read more...
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MYSTIC MUSEUM OF ART Mystic Arts Center, a part of the Connecticut art scene for 100 years, is a place where culture, tradition, and the charm of small town New England converge. Founded in 1913 by a group of prominent artists rooted in the philosophy of the 19th century French landscape painters, Mystic Arts Center today serves as an arts Read more...
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Mystic River Historical Society The Mystic River Historical Society, founded in 1973, owns an ever-growing collection of Mystic-related historical books, maps, photographs, and other documents and artifacts contributed by the community. They house these collections in the William A. Downes Archives Building, erected by the Society specifically to provide a safe environment for them. They maintain part-time archival and curatorial Read more...
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FORT GRISWOLD This is the historic site where, on September 6, 1781, British Forces, commanded by the infamous Benedict Arnold, captured the Fort and massacred 88 of the 165 defenders stationed there. The Ebenezer Avery House which sheltered the wounded after the battle has been restored on the grounds. A Revolutionary War museum also depicts the era. Fort Griswold was Read more...
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The Helcat 181 Thames Street Groton, CT 06340 860.535.2066 www.helcat.com The Hel-Cat II is the 5th vessel to be owned within the Glas family. Those of you familiar with the Glas family know they started in Montauk in the 1946. The first vessel owned was a converted 38′ wooden yacht named the Frances Ann. After that came the Helen, a Read more...
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Hellen iii 181 Thames Street Groton, CT 06340 860.460.8793 www.heleniii.com The Helen III is the 6th vessel to be owned within the Glas family. Those of you familiar with the Glas family know they started in Montauk in the 1940’s. The first vessel owned was a converted 38′ wooden yatch named the Frances Ann. After that came the Helen, a Read more...
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Wild Bill’s Action Sports Bait 93 Marsh Rd Groton, CT 06340 860.536.6648 www.wildbillsactionsports.com Wild Bill is originally from Hartford, Conn and moved to Noank roughly 35 years ago. He started Wild Bill’s Action Sports (originally a screen printing/embroidery business) out of his home 30 years ago. Shortly thereafter he took over a tackle shop and slowly got out of the Read more...
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27 Kings Hwy, Groton, CT 06340 860.445.6500 http://grotonbowlingcenter.com/ Groton Bowling Center is a family owned and operated facility that puts the emphasis on family fun and family entertainment in a safe, clean and healthy environment. Book your party or fundraiser, come down with your friends or come in and meet new friends. It’s time to get your bowl on! Read more...
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800 Flanders Rd (Building #9) Mystic CT. 06355 860.245.4328 http://usatrampolineacademy.com/ USA Trampoline Academy is an Elite acrobatic school located in Mystic Connecticut. They offer you, championship-level instruction, family-friendly activities, and awesome entertainment. Qualified coaches provide affordable lessons for novices & experts of all ages. Lessons are taught by esteemed coaches & professionals. Their members can train for fun & fitness, or train to Read more...
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Dairy Queen 42 Fort Hill Rd Groton, CT 06340 860.333.1681 www.dairyqueen.com Soft-serve ice cream & signature shakes top the menu at this classic burger & fries fast-food chain. Read more...