Located in downtown, Musicians Co-op of Mystic offers private music instruction for adults and children. Run and taught by established musicians such as classical guitarist Tommy Giarratano and violinist Ashley Jones, instructors are available by appointment only. You can call the number provided or check out the Facebook page for the most current list of instrument lessons offered.
Trade Winds Gallery, located in downtown Mystic, specializes in antique maps, nautical charts and fine art paintings and prints, many by New England artists. Its selection is constantly changing. The gallery also offers custom, conservation and preservation framing, and gift certificates are available.
Mystic Music Studio & Agency is located in the historic town of Mystic. It is a small agency that employs two people. Please call for more information.
Mystic Yachting Center, located in the picturesque and historic Mystic Shipyard, is an elegant waterfront venue for weddings, meetings and social events. It features spacious ballroom reception areas and panoramic views of the Mystic River, perfect for waterfront weddings. It is also ideal for exclusive company gatherings or dinner meetings. Events are catered by the award-winning Ocean Blue Catering. Visit the center's website to see its photo gallery.
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is part environmental education center, part natural history museum, and part wildlife sanctuary. The nature center states its mission is "to inspire and nurture appreciation of the natural world and foster a personal environmental ethic." The nature center's wildlife sanctuary includes eight miles of hiking trails on 300 acres. The museum includes animal exhibits, eco-system exhibits and videos. The center also runs a preschool and has different programs and events for all ages throughout the year. The nature center motto is: "environmental education for all ages."
Located in Old Mistick Village, Cornerstone Playhouse is a high-energy theater company producing upbeat original musical comedies reminiscent of Vaudeville. Whether re-scripting musicals from the past or writing all original material, Cornerstone is a grass-roots, DIY company. Owners Karl Gasteyer and Hunter Charno manage everything from the script and choreography to the set, lighting and costumes. Their wealth of experience brings a priceless addition to the local community.
The theater itself is an intimate 237-seat venue located in Olde Mistick Art Cinemas. Committed to the community, Cornerstone is a active participant in local fundraising and enjoys collaboration with local businesses. Dinner-and-theater packages are available. Call or visit the website for more information.
One of the historic local sites that have made Mystic famous, The Denison Homestead is an 18th century farmhouse perched on 200 acres of unspoiled woodlands and meadows. It has been continuously owned by the Denison family, and is now open for tours during part of the year. The furnishings inside the house are original family heirlooms, and each room reflects a different period in the site's rich history.