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Crossroads Exhibit Ribbon Cutting!

January 31, 2023

Sunday, February 5th 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come be the first to see the Smithsonian Exhibit, Crossroads: Change in Rural America, in Turners Falls! Get the scoop on how rural America has changed since … [Read more...] about Crossroads Exhibit Ribbon Cutting!

Filed Under: Crossroads, News

Who’s Been Here? A Tracking Adventure

January 19, 2023

January 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST Let’s go outside and see who’s been here in the snow. Investigate the mysterious signs that wildlife leave behind. Program includes an indoor story, scavenger … [Read more...] about Who’s Been Here? A Tracking Adventure

Filed Under: kids, News

Keeping It Cool: Ice Harvesting

January 8, 2023

January 14 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm  Ever wonder what people used before refrigerators? Ice boxes! Let’s learn about ice harvesting on the Connecticut River which provided ice for food … [Read more...] about Keeping It Cool: Ice Harvesting

Filed Under: Local History, News

Local History Program – Connecticut River Log Drives

January 5, 2023

Saturday, January 7, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Between 1870 and 1915, millions of logs were driven down the Connecticut River from the North Woods to Holyoke. Let’s explore the log drives and the brazen men … [Read more...] about Local History Program – Connecticut River Log Drives

Filed Under: Local History, News

The Tradition Continues! Join us for our First Day Hike!

December 30, 2022

Get the New Year started off on the right foot! Enjoy a leisurely staff-guided three-mile stroll on the Canalside Rail Trail. This family-friendly hike follows a gentle, level route. Discover the … [Read more...] about The Tradition Continues! Join us for our First Day Hike!

Filed Under: News, walk

Hurray for School Vacation Week!

December 22, 2022

How do you adapt to winter? Stay warm and visit us at the Center! During our open hours come learn about local mammals and their unique winter adaptations. Every animal has special adaptations that … [Read more...] about Hurray for School Vacation Week!

Filed Under: kids, News

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The Discovery Center

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

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Current Seasonal Hours

Tuesday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday – Sunday
10 a.m. to 5 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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