Events

The Great Falls Discovery Center hosts community programs and events, rotating art exhibits in our Great Hall and a Coffee House hosted by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center.

All Day

Great Hall Exhibit: Junior Duck Stamps

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

See the top Massachusetts youth entries for the 2023 Junior Duck Stamp competition! This state-wide art contest by students from Kindergarten to High School heightens awareness of the importance of […]

Free

Snowy Indoor StoryWalks®* – Under the Snow

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

January 6—25:  Under the Snow, by Melissa Stewart Explore the lives of active and resting winter wildlife. For ages 3 and up, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome […]

Free

Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Insects

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, […]

Free

 Nice and Easy Walk

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the […]

Free