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Bee & Thistle Inn
100 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
800-622-4946
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Restored 1756 private home on five acres bordering the Lieutenant River, near the Florence Griswold Museum, art colony and historic area. Eleven guest rooms adorned with elegant accents, fine linens, down pillows and a private bath. On-site fine dining. $$$$ Ask about their "Spring Ahead!" PACKAGE which includes 2 nights lodging, champagne and chocolates in room, a 3-course dinner, in-roon couples massage, breakfast in bed and 2 admission tickets to the Florence Griswold Museum. $550/couple midweek, $650 weekend.
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Website: http://www.beeandthistleinn.com
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Florence Griswold Museum
96 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
860-434-5542
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Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5. Closed Mondays & major holidays: New Years Day, July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas. Chadwick studio open mid-May through October.
Admission: Adults $9, seniors $8, students $7, children 12 and under free. Free admission on first Saturday in May. |
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Website: http://www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org
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Known as the home of American Impressionism with one of the foremost collections of Impressionism in America. Riverfront gallery includes major works by Childe Hassam, John Henry Twachtman and Willard Metcalf. Recently renovated boardinghouse surrounded by landscaped gardens was once home of the Lyme Art Colony, where noted names in American Impressionism created some of their best works. |
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Bee & Thistle Inn
100 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
860-434-1667
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Dining is an unique experience at The Bee and Thistle Inn. Classic linens adorn our tables, which are then set with fine china and fresh flowers. Romantic music fills the air and candles are lit to add to the ambiance. Under the knowing eyes of Chefs Mike Vermilyea and Jeremy Scott, the kitchen is a hive of activity as the finest ingredients are used to create a delectable dish you are sure to savor. Dinner is served Wed.-Sunday, closed Monday & Tuesday.
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Website: http://www.beeandthistleinn.com/dining.htm
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Lyman Allyn Art Museum
625 Williams Street
New London, CT 06320
860-443-2545
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Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5, Sun 1-5. Closed Mondays & major holidays
Admission: Adults $8, seniors & students $7, children under 12 free. Free first Sunday of each month. New London residents always free with ID. |
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Website: http://www.lymanallyn.org
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The Lyman Allyn Art Museum’s collection is the most significant art collection in Southeastern Connecticut. It is the only museum in the area to offer a comprehensive collection of European art as well as American fine and decorative art. The permanent collection is comprised of approximately 10,000 objects, a key strength of which is the collection of European works on paper. |
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Fred's Shanty
272 Pequot Avenue
New London, CT 06320
860-447-1301
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Local favorite serving lunch and dinner from March - late October. Lobster rolls, fried clams, hamburgers, ice cream. Waterfront dining. Seasonal. |
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Website: http://www.fredsshanty.com
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Mr. G's Restaurant
425 Williams Street
New London, CT 06320
860-447-0400
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A wide selection of salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizza and Italian specialties. |
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Website: http://www.mrgsrestaurant.com
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Submarine Force Museum & Historic Ship Nautilus
1 Crystal Lake Road
Groton, CT 06349
860-694-3174
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The Submarine Force Museum, located on the Thames River in Groton, Connecticut, maintains the world's finest collection of submarine artifacts. It is the only submarine museum operated by the United States Navy, and as such is the primary repository for artifacts, documents and photographs relating to U.S. Submarine Force history. The museum traces the development of the "Silent Service" from David Bushnell's Turtle, used in the Revolutionary War, to the modern Los Angeles, Ohio, Seawolf and Virginia class submarines. Free. |
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Website: http://www.ussnautilus.org
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Mystic Seaport
75 Greenmanville Avenue
Mystic, CT 06355
888-973-2767
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The Museum of America and the Sea is the nation's leading maritime museum, offering programs and activities for all ages. Climb aboard historic tall ships, visit the planetarium, tour a working shipyard, stroll through a re-created 19th century seafaring village on 17 acres or take a ride on a 1908 steamboat (operated seasonally.) |
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Website: http://www.mysticseaport.org
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Old Lyme Inn - The Grill Room
85 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
860-434-2600
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The Grill at the Old Lyme Inn is a comfortable and welcoming restaurant on the Connecticut Shore. With its 100 year old Oak Bar, three fireplaces, and ceiling fans, it's a local favorite Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. The inn is an elegant small hotel, located across the street from the Florence Griswold Museum.
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Website: http://www.oldlymeinn.com/old-lyme-inn-grill.htm
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Old Lyme Inn - Winslow Room
85 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
860-434-2600
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Romantic, fine dining in an elegant small hotel, across the street from the Florence Griswold Museum. Open every weekend with live piano music, the Winslow Dining Room is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or to simply dine with someone you love.
Tall candlesticks, Brass Chandeliers and Beautiful antiques conspire to create an ambience unequaled in New England.
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Website: http://www.oldlymeinn.com/winslow-dining-room.htm
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Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
exit 63 on I-95
Clinton, CT 06413
860-664-0700
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70 outlet stores in an outdoor village setting. Barneys New York, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Dana Buchman, Dooney & Bourke, Ellen Tracy, Kenneth Cole, Polo Ralph Lauren and more. |
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Website: http://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlets/outlet.asp?id=12
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Slater Memorial Museum, Norwich Free Academy Campus
108 Crescent Street
Norwich, CT 06360
860-887-2506
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Hours: Tues-Fri 9-4, Sat-Sun 1-4. Closed Mondays & major holidays. The Museum is CLOSED UNTIL EARLY 2011 during the construction of the exciting new atrium which will make the museum compliant with the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act and offer more exhibition and gathering space. Please visit our website for up-to-the-minute information on progress.
Admission: Adults $3, seniors & students $2, children age 12 to 18 $1, under 12 free |
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Website: http://www.slatermuseum.org
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The Museum is currently CLOSED for construction. Some galleries will open in early 2011. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date details.
The collection includes American fine and decorative art representing 350 years of Norwich history; 20th century Connecticut paintings and sculpture; African and Oceanic sculpture; Native American objects; a plaster cast collection of ancient monumental sculpture and a changing gallery of contemporary art.
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Mystic Country Regional Tourism District
32 Huntington Street
New London, CT 06320
800-863-6569
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Regional tourism website on Mystic & The Quiet Corner's full range of attractions, lodging, dining, arts and entertainment, recreation, etc. |
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Website: http://www.mysticmore.com
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