A woman in an orange shirt is tending to plants in a flower bed with grass and flower around her.

Point of Light Canal Clean Up

Lowell National Historical Park

Special Event
  • May 2, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Free

Kick off the spring season with a canal clean up! Working alongside the Lowell Litter Krewe volunteers can help prepare some of Lowell's waterways for the Points of Lights paper lantern festival that will be taking place later in the evening.

Please plan to meet at Ecumenical Plaza beginning at 9 a.m. Work will be continuing through noon, so stop by any time.

Water and tools will be provided. Dress for comfort, safety, and keep weather conditions in mind.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Volunteers can meet at Ecumenical Plaza (spans the Western Canal). Street parking is available.

Latitude and Longitude 42.645612, -71.317304

Schedule

Date:

May 2, 2026

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

3 hours

Event Type

  • Partner Program
  • Volunteer Event
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