Category: News & Events

Fall in Mystic is a, well, Mystical time of year.  A little chill in the air doesn’t stop us New Englanders from enjoying the beautiful scenery and crisp air.  Winery harvest festivals, apple cider donuts, or a long fall drive, whichever your fall speed is, Mystic is the perfect escape. We’ve gathered some of the […]

Ever wonder if there were spots in Mystic you could go for a late dinner or even a place to grab a beverage and listen to live music and just relax? well, throughout this small town there are many locations that cater to just those wants and sometimes needs, all within walking distance to The […]

The name Hoxie may confuse some out-of-towners, so we’re here to clear up the mystery behind the name of our highly sought-after building! The Whaler’s Inn, situated in Mystic, Connecticut, consists of five buildings: the Main Inn, Stonington House, Noank House, 1865 House, and the Hoxie House. While the other buildings are self-explanatory, the Hoxie […]

Through A Child’s Eyes I remember, as a child, waking up early eager to go to Nature Camp. Every day was a new adventure at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Camp days were spent exploring both the local trails and those in neighboring towns. If we were well-behaved we would get to meet the animals […]

We all know that Santa just can’t do it all. That means he’s going to need a little help this Christmas. With so many amazing stores in our quaint New England Village it was near impossible to pick just “8 Can’t-Miss Stores for Holiday Shopping in Mystic”. In reality, we probably could have stretched this […]

Our Favorite Mystic Winter Events We all know that Mystic is a perfect Summer escape, but true lovers of Mystic know that the Holiday Season brings its own special kind of Magic with our upcoming favorite winter mystic events.  From the beautifully decorated storefronts to the splendor of the first snow, Mystic has emerged as […]

Open year-round, The Velvet Mill on Bayview Ave in Stonington, is a great stop regardless of the outside temperature.   However, on a particularly blustery Sunday we decided “A Day at the Velvet Mill in the Stonington Borough” was just what we needed to warm up.  I had heard about a new shop named “Indigo […]

Visitors love exploring the New England History when visiting Mystic.  Clapboard homes, widow walks, and whaling ships will most likely be first things checked off your must-visit list.  However, be sure to make sure National Historic Landmark B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill makes it to the top of that list!  Nothing says autumn like warm apple cider and […]

Summer may be winding down but that doesn’t mean fun on the water needs to end.  A Mystic River Sunset Sail on the Argia can provide a much-needed escape “into the Mystic” during your next visit.  The 81’ foot Schooner Sailboat, which docks just over the river from The Whaler’s Inn, has been a long-time […]

Less than a 5-mile drive from Downtown Mystic is Stonington Borough.  With all the amazing sites here in Mystic, why get in your car right?  well, if the mood strikes and you decide to take a short trip away from the splendor that is Downtown Mystic, be sure to spend a few hours exploring Stonington […]