Quabbin Obscura: The Swift River in Black-&-White

From farm to canvas to camera, artist Burt V. Brooks (1849-1934) captured the landscapes and daily life in the “drowned towns” before the Quabbin Reservoir (today managed by DCR) was filled. Join DCR staff as we look back on Brooks’ work for answers about who he was and what life in the Swift River Valley was like around the turn of the century. Ages 12 and up. Meet in the Great Hall.

Quabbin Obscura: The Swift River in B...

Date and Time

Sunday Mar 9, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

Location

Great Falls Discovery Center
2 Avenue A
Turners Falls, MA

Website

Great Falls Discovery Center

Contact Information

(413) 863-3221

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