Gill-Montague school students get a half day off. Why not discover something new? Join us in a self–guided game day! Meet at the Welcome Desk to grab an outdoor bike path B-I-N-G-O sheet or an indoor … [Read more...] about Half Day Discovery Day: Self-guided Game Day
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.
Edible Perennial Gardening and Landscaping with Naturalist John Root
In this presentation in the Great Hall, find out how to establish and maintain a variety of perennials, including trees, shrubs, vines, canes, and herbaceous plants, for harvests of fruits, nuts, and … [Read more...] about Edible Perennial Gardening and Landscaping with Naturalist John Root
Alvah Crocker: From the Rugged Hand of Poverty to Visionary Leader
Cliff Schexnayder, author of Builders of the Hoosac Tunnel, presents why Alvah Crocker is an example of what today is termed a “lifelong learner.” Because of his lonely travels on bad roads to sell … [Read more...] about Alvah Crocker: From the Rugged Hand of Poverty to Visionary Leader
Power Town History Stroll
Meet at the Main Entrance to the Center, and enjoy a walk back in time along the popular Canalside Rail Trail in Turners Falls. Join local historian Ed Gregory, Northfield Mountain’s Kim … [Read more...] about Power Town History Stroll
Art Naturally: Discover Nature Through Story and Art
This is the fourth in a series of water-themed programs featuring stories and art, soaking up the natural world as we go. The story book pages from Water is Water by Miranda Paul are on display in the … [Read more...] about Art Naturally: Discover Nature Through Story and Art
Art Exhibit: Speaking for the Trees
Paintings by Cindi Oldham in the Great Hall, sponsored by the Montague Cultural Council. She reflects: Collectively, we view trees as a commodity, as background noise. We depend on them. What if, in … [Read more...] about Art Exhibit: Speaking for the Trees