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Events Archive

This is a collection of events that were offered at the Discovery Center from 2013 to 2022, before the launch of our new website.

New! On a Roll: The Story of Paper in Turners Falls

August 29, 2021

Saturday, September 4 and Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Labor Day Weekend Our new self-guided  historical walking tour is here! On A Roll: The Story of Paper In Turners Falls, is a story of vision, … [Read more...] about New! On a Roll: The Story of Paper in Turners Falls

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Art Naturally Series: Discover Nature Through Story and Art

August 29, 2021

Meet in the Great Hall. For adults, teens, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). Join us for a FREE program in this series featuring stories and art, soaking up the natural world as we … [Read more...] about Art Naturally Series: Discover Nature Through Story and Art

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Celebrate Grandparents Day!

August 29, 2021

  Kids, grab your grandparents and celebrate this official Grandparents Day by enjoying the StoryWalk® Abuela by Arthur Dorros on the lawn. At the welcome desk we have self-guided adventures for … [Read more...] about Celebrate Grandparents Day!

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Artist Talk and Spin-in: Make Do or Do Without— Depression-era Wool Quilts

August 29, 2021

  Meet in the Great Hall and nearby courtyard. Join weaver and exhibit curator Peggy Hart for a talk on depression-era wool quilts at 11:00 a.m. Then celebrate wool and experience a “spin-in” … [Read more...] about Artist Talk and Spin-in: Make Do or Do Without— Depression-era Wool Quilts

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Source to Sea Clean-Up: Hard Work, Real Fun, True Impact

August 29, 2021

  Annual fall trash cleanup of the Connecticut River. Volunteers Clean the river by foot or boat along the four-state watershed. Join DCR staff and others to clean up our Connecticut River and … [Read more...] about Source to Sea Clean-Up: Hard Work, Real Fun, True Impact

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StoryWalk: Gotta Go! Gotta Go!

August 29, 2021

August 20 through September 6—Gotta Go! Gotta Go! by Sam Swope. For young readers ages 3-6 and all butterfly lovers. Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! On the grounds of the center is a FREE … [Read more...] about StoryWalk: Gotta Go! Gotta Go!

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The Great Falls Discovery Center

2 Avenue A,
Turners Falls, MA 01376
413-863-3221

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Tuesday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday – Sunday
10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Closed Mondays
but open Monday holidays

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The Great Falls Discovery Center is operated by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation with financial, volunteer, and program support from the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center.

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