All was expectancy. Changes were coming…nobody could guess what. – Lucy Larcom

Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes that began here still reverberate in our shifting global economy. Explore Lowell, a living testament to the dynamic human story of the industrial revolution.

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Visit Lowell National Historical Park

Information about hours, tours, programs, and events. Plan your visit today!

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Art in the Park

Share your story and learn from others while creating in the park.

Volunteer Jobs
Volunteer Jobs

Learn how you can volunteer your time and talent at Lowell National Historical Park

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Guided Tours

Explore the different guided tour options offered during the summer season!

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The Portuguese in Lowell

Learn about the newest temporary exhibit on display, now open until February 2025!

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Plan a Field Trip to Lowell

Registration for hands-on, minds-on field trips at the Tsongas Industrial History Center are now open for the 2024-25 school year.

Last updated: July 23, 2024

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67 Kirk Street
Lowell, MA 01852

Phone:

978 970-5000

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