Politics & Government

Senator Chris Murphy to Visit New London Thursday

He will discuss summer tourism and other topics while in town Thursday morning.

NEW LONDON — Senator Chris Murphy will host several events with community members and advocates around Connecticut on Thursday, including New London.

The senator will host an arts and culture roundtable while in New London, according to a release. The event was scheduled to take place at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum's lower auditorium at 9 a.m.

Murphy will join local museum executives, educators, and community leaders in a roundtable discussion on arts, culture, and tourism in southeastern Connecticut. Murphy will also learn how he can continue to support tourism, a big part of the region’s economy.

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