See Fireworks from the Maritime Aquarium’s Research Boat on Long Island Sound

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Enjoy a unique water view of municipal holiday displays — times two, thanks to reflections on the surface — and avoid the crowds and traffic aboard Fireworks Cruises with The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. The Aquarium is offering outings to four fireworks displays aboard its R/V Spirit of the Sound, the country’s only research vessel with quiet “green” hybrid-electric propulsion. The 64-foot catamaran has two deck levels for optimum viewing enjoyment. “The Fireworks Cruises give participants special, easy access to the local displays,” said Dave Sigworth, the Aquarium’s spokesman. “You won’t have to lug lawn chairs along.