• School Vacation Week: Mammal Adaptations Investigation Statio

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

    Visit the Great Falls Discovery Center during its open hours and 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…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Ducks

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

    Learn more about the wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. This program will be all about ducks and includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied…

  • First Day Hike

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

    Save the Date! First Day Hike with Great Falls Discovery Center Get the 2023 New Year started off on the right foot! Enjoy a leisurely staff-guided 3-mile stroll on the Canalside Rail Trail, a gentle, level route. Be prepared for…

  • Great Hall Exhibit: On the Ground and in the Air and in Between

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

    Artist, Amy Dawn Kotel’s exhibit asks: “What do we see and how do we perceive our earth and all who dwell here?” See beauty and strangeness from different angles. DATE: Tuesday, January 23 - Friday, February 23 LOCATION: Great Falls…

  • Going Against the Flow: The History of Montague’s Navigational Canal

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

    The Connecticut River used to be navigable. Come learn about the original canal connecting Montague City to what is now Turners Falls and why it was important for moving molasses! Meet in the Great Hall. DATE: Saturday, January 27 TIME:…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Groundhogs

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

    Learn more about the wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. This program will be all about ducks and includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Porcupines

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

    Learn more about the wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. This program will be all about ducks and includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied…

  • Where are all the Animals Hiding?

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

    For ages 3–6 and up with a parent or guardian. How do animals stay snug and warm for winter? Investigate hidden winter animal homes through stories, crafts, and activities. Meet in the Great Hall. Weather permitting, there may be outside…

  • Who Do You Love? Valentines for Wildlife

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

    For all ages. Make Valentines to give to the ones you love, keep for yourself, or give to your favorite wildlife biologist— all in honor of your favorite animal. Meet at the Welcome Desk. DATE: Saturday, February 11 TIME: 10:00…

  • Investigation Station: Amphibians and Reptiles in Winter

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

    What are amphibians and reptiles up to during the winter? Join us at our investigation station by the Welcome Desk to find out. DATE: Saturday, February 17 - 25 LOCATION: Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA…

  • Sweeten Up! A Maple Syrup Adventure

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

    For children ages 6-10. Explore the amazing transformation of tree sap into maple syrup. Learn how the hard work of a winter harvest sweetens up your pancakes through crafts and activities. Meet in the Great Hall. DATE: Saturday, February 17…

  • Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center – Beavers

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

    Learn more about the wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. This program will be all about ducks and includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied…