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.

  • Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk® — Thanks to the Animals

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

    Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring Thanks to the Animals, by Allen Sockabasin. For young readers […]

    Free
  • Ongoing – Great Hall Exhibit: Home

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

    From forest floor to canopy, Will Close’s exhibition of original watercolor and mixed media paintings invites viewers to rediscover the beauty and complexity of the natural world that surrounds us. […]

    Free
  • Nice & 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 along the way. […]

    Free
  • It’s a Wonderful Night in Turner falls  … for the Birds!

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

    Bring the wonder of nature to your home by crafting your own bird feeder. Keep warm with hot cocoa and conversations about how different feeders attract different birds during It's […]

    Free
  • It’s a Wonderful Day in Turners Falls … for the Birds!

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

    Bring the wonder of nature to your home by crafting your own bird feeder. Keep warm with hot cocoa and conversations about how different feeders attract different birds.  

    Free
  • A Holiday Music Session

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

    Join us for a soothing respite during the busy holiday time. Come listen to Danse Café — a trio of musicians, featuring guitar, clarinet, and fiddle — who play traditional […]

    Free
  • Nice & 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 along the way. […]

    Free
  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Ducks

    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 in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, […]

    Free
  • Gingerbread Houses

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

    Children and teens are invited to build an easy gingerbread house, using graham crackers and an assortment of candy. For ages 3-16, accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Montague […]

    Free
  • Winter Solstice Walk

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

    Enjoy our annual tradition of sharing poetry, storytelling and light on this accessible 2.5-mile walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. Stay after the walk for hot cocoa and music. Dress for […]

    Free
  • A French/Breton Jam Session

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

    An informal group of musicians gathers to play the enchanting traditional dance music from France and Brittany, commonly known as bal folk. This is not a performance but rather a […]

    Free
  • Ongoing – School Vacation Week: Mammal Adaptation Investigation Station

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

    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 artifacts (pelts, replica […]

    Free