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.

  • Nice and Easy Walks

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

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

    Free
  • Great Hall Exhibit: Visions of the Connecticut River Valley

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

    This group show showcases work from regional artists featuring the nature of the Connecticut River, all in support of the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center. See reception and […]

    Free
  • Puppet Parade! For Visions of the Connecticut River Valley

    1:30 p.m. Puppet parade starts at Peskeompskut Park 2:00—4:00 p.m., Reception in Great Hall Join musicians, artists, and puppeteers in a celebration of the nature of the Connecticut River watershed. […]

    Free
  • Great Hall Reception and Fundraiser: Visions of the Connecticut River Valley

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

    1:30 p.m. Puppet parade starts at Peskeompskut Park 2:00—4:00 p.m., Reception in Great Hall Join musicians, artists, and puppeteers in a celebration of the nature of the Connecticut River watershed. […]

    sliding scale donation
  • Story Walk® – Ruby’s Birds

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

    Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring the children’s picture book Ruby’s Birds by Mya Thompson, for readers […]

    Free
  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Fish

    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. Program includes a story, activities, and a craft. Activities are indoors and outdoors, […]

    Free
  • Nice and Easy Walks

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

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

    Free
  • Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Eloise & Co.

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

    Friday, May 12, 7:00—9:00 p.m. Join us spring, summer, and fall for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Enjoy Celtic, contra dance, and […]

    sliding scale donation
  • Art Naturally Series

    Discover nature through story, poetry, and art in our series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the […]

    Free
  • Nice and Easy Walks

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

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

    Free
  • Day of Remembrance

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

    Commemorate the 347th Anniversary of the Great Falls Massacre, outdoors weather permitting, or in the Great Hall. Tribal members and non-Tribal public are welcome. Honored guests include members of the […]

    Free
  • Nice and Easy Walks

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

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

    Free