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Great Falls Discovery Center

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Great Falls Discovery Center

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2 Avenue A
Turners Falls, MA United States
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Phone 413-863-3221
Website https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/

The Great Falls Discovery Center offers a vibrant introduction to the Connecticut River watershed through interactive exhibits, habitat dioramas, and seasonal programs. Visitors can explore local geology, river ecology, and the region’s natural and cultural history, including Indigenous perspectives and industrial legacies. Family-friendly trails and educational events provide year-round opportunities for curiosity-driven learning about biodiversity, conservation, and place-based science.


Fields of Interest:

  • River Ecology
  • Geology
  • Habitat Studies
  • Environmental Education
  • Indigenous History
  • Local History
  • Conservation Science
  • Place-Based Learning

 

Categories: Environmental Education Center

Events at this venue

Today
  • July 2026

  • Thu 23
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 23, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 24
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 24, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 24

    From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center

    Featured July 24, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    The Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls offers hands-on opportunities to learn about local history, ecology, and culture through interactive exhibits and community programs. Families can explore nature, art, and science together while discovering the stories and landscapes that shape the region.

  • Sat 25
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 25, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sat 25

    From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center

    Featured July 25, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    The Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls offers hands-on opportunities to learn about local history, ecology, and culture through interactive exhibits and community programs. Families can explore nature, art, and science together while discovering the stories and landscapes that shape the region.

  • Sun 26
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 26, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 26

    From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center

    Featured July 26, 2026 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    The Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls offers hands-on opportunities to learn about local history, ecology, and culture through interactive exhibits and community programs. Families can explore nature, art, and science together while discovering the stories and landscapes that shape the region.

  • Mon 27
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 27, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Tue 28
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 28, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Wed 29
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 29, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Thu 30
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 30, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 31
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    July 31, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 31

    From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center

    Featured July 31, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am From Dinosaur Footprints to Dragonflies: Learning at the Great Falls Discovery Center
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    The Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls offers hands-on opportunities to learn about local history, ecology, and culture through interactive exhibits and community programs. Families can explore nature, art, and science together while discovering the stories and landscapes that shape the region.

  • August 2026

  • Sat 1
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 1, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 2
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 2, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Mon 3
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 3, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Tue 4
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 4, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Wed 5
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 5, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Thu 6
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 6, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 7
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 7, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sat 8
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 8, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 9
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 9, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Mon 10
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 10, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Tue 11
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 11, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Wed 12
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 12, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Thu 13
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 13, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 14
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 14, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sat 15
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 15, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 16
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 16, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Mon 17
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 17, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Tue 18
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 18, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Wed 19
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 19, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Thu 20
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 20, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 21
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 21, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sat 22
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 22, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 23
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 23, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Mon 24
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 24, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Tue 25
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 25, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Wed 26
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 26, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Thu 27
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 27, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 28
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 28, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sat 29
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 29, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 30
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 30, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Mon 31
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    August 31, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • September 2026

  • Tue 1
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    September 1, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Wed 2
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    September 2, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Thu 3
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    September 3, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Fri 4
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    September 4, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sat 5
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    September 5, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

  • Sun 6
    A simplified illustrated map shows “A Geologic Walking Tour of Turners Falls,” highlighting ten numbered locations across the town. Key streets like Avenue A, 2nd Street, 4th Street, and Canal Street are labeled, as well as local landmarks like the Power Canal, Bike Path, Unity Park, and the Connecticut River. Pink circles mark each stop on the tour, suggesting points of geological interest spread throughout the downtown area, from Canada Hill to Prospect Street. The layout invites exploration of natural and historical features within a walkable radius.

    Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls

    September 6, 2026 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Walking Through Deep Time: A Self-Guided Geologic Tour of Turners Falls
    Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA, United States

    Explore the prehistoric past of Turners Falls on a self-guided geologic walking tour that begins at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Perfect for intergenerationallearning, this walk highlights local rock formations and fossil evidence that reveal how the land was shaped nearly 200 million years ago.

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