Friends of The Great Falls Discovery Center
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.
View a Day of the Dead Altar built by local families with support from the Heartwing Center. Learn about the tradition of leaving messages of love to honor and commemorate loved ones. For all ages. Accessible during open hours.
Migrations paintings, curated by GuateMaya Art and Culture Connection, celebrate the human and natural diversity of the upper Connecticut River Valley and the Americas. Colorful works depict scenes integral to village life, Mayan culture, and the history of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. Accessible during open hours. For all ages.
Enjoy a story, fresh air, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided Story Walk® featuring Mole Music by David McPhail, about the power of music to bring peace. For ages 4–7 and everyone who loves moles playing violins! The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, […]
Easy-paced, 1- to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for older adults, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
Easy-paced, 1- to 2-mile guided or semi-guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for older adults, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
Easy-paced, 1- to 2-mile guided or semi-guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for older adults, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
Easy-paced, 1- to 2-mile guided or semi-guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for older adults, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
Enjoy a story, fresh air, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided Story Walk® featuring Thanks to the Animals by Allen Sockabasin. For ages 6-8 and anyone grateful for wildlife and storytelling. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route.
For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed, including all of the many reasons to be grateful for them as we read the book Thanks to the Animals by Allen Sockabasin, Passamaquoddy storyteller. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, […]
The Nolumbeka Project presents the annual Full Beaver Moon Gathering with guest speaker and singer Strong Eagle “Many Feathers” Daly featuring flute music and storytelling. With wisdom passed down from his Nipmuc elders Strong Eagle has made numerous flutes and found his voice through playing them. Rooted in his connection to Mother Earth and the […]