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

Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk® — Thanks to the Animals

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring Thanks to the Animals, by Allen Sockabasin. For young readers […]

Free

Ongoing – School Vacation Week: Mammal Adaptation Investigation Station

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

Come learn about local mammals and their unique winter adaptations. Every animal has special adaptations that enable them to survive in their winter habitats. Explore through touchable artifacts (pelts, replica […]

Free

Art Naturally: Felting Life Under the Snow

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls

Discover nature through story, poetry and art in our series of free art programs. Create a wintry landscape “painting” with wool, fleece, pre-felt and water. Learn how different animals adapt […]

Free