Things To Know Before You Come

Tour Reservations
Visitors are strongly encouraged to make advanced reservations for canal tours by calling 978-970-5000 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (through Columbus Day).

Parking
Limited free parking is available at the Visitor Center parking lot at 304 Dutton Street. Additional paid parking is available throughout the downtown area in city garages.

General Information
Additional information can be obtained prior to your visit by calling 978-970-5000. The office is staffed daily during summer, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Did You Know?

Photo of mill workers outside of a Boardinghouse

There were female and male overseers in the mills of Lowell in the 19th century. In Rev. Henry Miles' book, Lowell As It Was, and As It Is, he mentions that the Boott Cotton Mills has recently opened a new weave room and it is being overseen by two women overseers. More...