Come learn about the natural, cultural, and industrial history of the Connecticut River Watershed!
The Great Falls Discovery Center is a state park located in a complex of beautiful old mill buildings in downtown Turners Falls, Massachusetts. Our buildings house life-size dioramas of the watershed’s habitats and animals from source to sea, an information desk, an art gallery, and event space. Our exhibits are free, fully accessible and open to the public.
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UPDATE: The First Day Hike on 1/1/2026 is cancelled but hot chocolate reception is still on!
Update – unfortunately, icy trail conditions prevent us from offering a guided First Day Hike this year. However, we’d love to see you for…
Friends
The Great Falls Discovery Center is operated by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation with financial, volunteer, and program support from the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center.
The Discovery Center is a Franklin County Favorites Winner!
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