Geology Walk at Flynt Quarry

Event Description: Join Opacum Director and geoarchaeologist, Al Smith, and learn about the history and geology of the Flynt Quarry. The old Flynt Quarry is an important piece of the historic landscape of Monson. This granite quarry was run in the late 1800s by Rufus Flynt. The quarry provided granite for not only some of the town’s unique historic structures including Memorial Hall, the United Universalist Church (both designated historic structures), and the Monson Free Library, but also several buildings in New England, Washington D.C. and beyond. The Flynt Quarry attracted Italian, Irish, and Polish immigrants who were seeking employment, adding to the community’s ethnic and cultural history and diversity.

This moderate walk will cover approximately 2 miles and will include areas of uneven footing. Participants will also receive an informational booklet about the history of the quarry.

The program is free, but RSVP is required as space is limited.