Special Event

Event

Decoding the Boston Spies

Lowell National Historical Park

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 42.647348, -71.306939


Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 4th Floor, 115 John St, Lowell

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, February 15, 2025

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

2 hours

Type of Event

Children’s Program

Drop-in activity


Description

Join park rangers from Adams National Historical Park to learn more about the codes and ciphers used by spies, diplomats, and the military during the American Revolution. Try your hand at deciphering secret messages using the same techniques perfected by spies in the 1700s. Can you crack the code? Ages 5 and up are welcome. 

Reservation or Registration: No