All ages, no registration required. Winter in National Parks: Come join us at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center for fun free kids activities. Watch how winter is different in National Parks across the country. Decorate paper park ranger hats with your own snowflakes and learn to identify animal prints in snow.  Visit our […]

Grades 3 - 12, no registration required Join rangers to learn several different fiber art methods to make your own woven creations. Try your hand at cross-stitch with easy Lowell themed patterns, weave on looms, and even use your fingers to knit a yarn friend. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm.

Explore Arts League of Lowell’s show of abstract art and create your own abstract masterpiece using colorful block prints. Learn more about the exhibit at https://artsleagueoflowell.org.

Grades K - 6, Registration required Does your child love animals? Then this event is for them! Come down to the Lowell Humane Society where we will give you a tour of our facility, show how we care for our animals, and meet some fluffy friends. Please register by emailing Jen@lowellhumanesociety.org.

All ages, no registration required The Mill Girls used bandboxes to store their hats, clothing, and accessories. These decorative boxes were covered in wallpaper or specially designed patterned paper on the outside. The inside was covered in newspaper showing headlines, articles, and advertisements of the day. Choose among a selection of colorful paper or create […]

Grades 5-8, registration required Join Longhill Photography for a fun and exciting in person event where kids can unleash their creativity and become mini filmmakers! Kids will learn the basics of filmmaking, from story creation to shooting, lighting, sound, and basic editing of the team's short film. Our instructor, Scot Langdon, also a Lowell middle school teacher, […]

Pre K - 12, please RSVP online Come on down to the Lowell Public Schools Family Resource Center! The Resource Center will be giving away books for kids Pre-K through 12th grade. Get cozy with a book, a cupcake and a cup of hot cocoa. You can also have your face painted by one our […]

All ages, registration required Enjoy the fresh air and new sights as you search Hawk Valley Farm; from birds overhead to mystery tracks left in the snow. Practice your scientific skills as you search for signs of animal life around this beautiful and historic property. Wildlife tracking guides will be provided. The event will be […]

Children of all ages are invited to this family story time. Join the Pollard Memorial Library for a morning of stories, music, and movement. Space is limited and sign up is required. Please register at https://lowelllibrary.org/events/, or by calling 978-674-1529.

Grades 3-6, Registration required Learn how to make your own cross-stitch backpack charm! Each child or tween that registers will be provided a cross-stitch kit and accessories. Beginners are welcome and no sewing experience is needed. Please register at https://lowelllibrary.org/events/, or by calling 978-674-1529.

Ages Toddler-5; Registration required Clients of IINE can bring their toddler to five year old to learn English as a family including Music, Crafts, Healthy Snacks, and learn about Learning Apps. Please register by calling 978-459-903.

All Ages Join rangers from two national parks to design and print your own patterns on fabric. Use inspiration from 19th Century fabric swatch books and fabric made here in Lowell. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm.

Ages Toddler-5; Registration required Clients of IINE can bring their toddler to five year old to learn English as a family including Music, Crafts, Healthy Snacks, and learn about Learning Apps. Please register by calling 978-459-9031.

Grades Pre-K-12; Registration required Come to the Lowell National Historic Park Events Center to meet some owls that you might see in Lowell this winter. Learn how to spot different owls, recognize their calls and find out where to spot them. You might have an owl in your backyard or nearby park and not know […]

All ages Join a ranger for a birding walk through Lowell's urban landscape! Over the course of an hour we will work together to spot and identify common birds, and learn some of the basics of birding. We will have some birding supplies on hand (such as binoculars and field guides) to lend out for […]

All ages Traditional schoolyard games are an important part of childhood—no matter the culture! Join rangers to learn a game from around the world or teach us your favorite game! Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm.

Ages 9-15; Registration required Learn about the dance and history of the Angkor Dance Troupe. Enjoy watching a Swa Pol (Monkey Dance) performance and then practice the movements with our dancers and instructors, accompanied by music.

All ages; Registration required Many instruments large and small will be waiting to be played! Come by to try a drum or a ukulele, an "otto" or a thumb harp...or go on an instrument scavenger hunt! A time to explore and engage, with musicians available for instruction or just plain fun. Please Register at https://lowelllearns.com.

All ages Come learn about musical instruments from around the world and try your hand at creating one of your own to take home. Visit our website for more information www.nps.gov/lowe/planyourvisit/kids-week.htm.