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.

  • StoryWalk® Series – Thanks to the Animals

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Enjoy a story, and fresh air! Join us on the center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk®  featuring the children’s picture books. Follow the path to book pages posted along […]

    Free
  • Great Hall Exhibit: Junior Duck Stamps

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    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
  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Chipmunks

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

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

    Free
  • Nice and Easy Walks

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. Enjoy […]

    Free
  • Gingerbread Houses

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Montague Public Libraries presents Gingerbread Houses! Decorate a deliciously festive house using frosting, graham crackers, and various candies. Designed for children and their caregivers. Free! For more information, call 413-863-3214. […]

    Free
  • Family Dance Party with Awesome Art in Motion

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Family Dance Party with Awesome Art in Motion Enjoy a youth dance performance from Awesome Art in Motion, with Great Falls Creative Movement. Meet in the Great Hall.

    Free
  • A French/Breton Jam Session

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    An informal group of musicians will gather to play the enchanting traditional dance music from France and Brittany, commonly known as bal folk.  Please note, this is not a performance […]

    Free
  • Winter Solstice Walk

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Celebrate the change in season. Join us for an easy walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles-long, on a level paved surface. For adults and […]

    Free
  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Deer

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

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

    Free
  • Nice and Easy Walks

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. Enjoy […]

    Free
  • Nice and Easy Walk

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    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
  • School Vacation Week: Mammal Adaptations Investigation Station

    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    During open hours 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 […]

    Free