THE GENESIS OF THE TURNERS FALLS COMMUNITY

Saturday, October 29, 2022, 1:00 pm until 2:30 pm
Ed Gregory and Chris Clawson of the Montague Historical Society present an exhibit and new documentary introducing the post-colonial creation of Montague's largest village, Turners Falls. Discovery Center Great Hall.

Discovery Center Great Hall.

Ed Gregory and Chris Clawson of the Montague Historical Society present an exhibit and new documentary introducing the post-colonial creation of Montague's largest village, Turners Falls. Learn how our community became a significant part of the American Industrial Revolution from using Connecticut River water power.

Visitors will arrive to see a pictorial exhibit, followed by a new video which introduces the creation of the canal and the uses made of it since 1798. The event concludes with an open discussion session.