Lowell National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Welcome to Lowell National Historical Park

The early story of America's Industrial Revolution is commemorated at Lowell National Historical Park in the midst of this lively city. The Park offers visitors an in-depth look into the past that brought the 19th century textile industry to tap the waterpower of the Merrimack River while also revealing cultural connections to the present and visions for the future.

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Park News

31st Annual Banjo and Fiddle Contest is coming, September, 11th. More.

Read the Volunteer Newsletter and Volunteer Schedule of Events

Effective September 9 - September 30, 2010 we will be unable to accept credit cards for fees for canal tours or museum entrance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Exhibits and Tours

Take a guided tour of Lowell by trolley or explore the Merrimack on our canal boat tours. Explore the Industrial Revolution through interactive exhibits at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum, and see the operating power looms. To learn more about the people behind the history, visit the Mill Girls and Immigrants Exhibit. For these and other activities, see guided tours and exhibits.

More Park News

Join Lowell on your favorite social networking sites. More.

Community Awards Announced by Park and Lowell Heritage Partnership

Lowell Photography Contest. Read about the winners and finalists for the first annual contest and view the winning images.

Education and Research

Lowell National Historical Park is a great resource for both educators and students. The park offers education programs at the Tsongas Industrial History Center. Students can learn more about the history of Lowell at the Patrick J. Mogan Cultural Center, or explore the park handbook , brochures, and museum collections. View Lowell Notes a series of park summaries of significant figures and topics in Lowell's history.

Write to

Superintendent
67 Kirk Street
Lowell, MA 01852

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Phone

General Information & Reservations
(978) 970-5000

Fax

(978) 970-5085

Climate

The weather varies from season to season. The summers are generally warm while the winters can be cold with wind, ice, and snow. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, and dress according to the weather.