Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council

Mill City Melodies
2025-05-17 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Lowell, Various Locations, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Jam out to Mill City Melodies on Saturday, May 17th at downtown Lowell restaurants:
12:00-1:00PM – Charles A at Fuse Bistro.
1:00-2:00PM – Justin ‘Jabbo’ Martin at Dragonfly Cafe.
2:00-3:00PM – Market St Bazaar at Worthen.
3:00-4:00PM – African Roots Band of Boston at Sahel Restaurant.
4:00-5:00PM – Liam McCain at Warp and Weft.

Concord250 Event: Concord Triptych Film Screenings
2025-05-17 15:00 - 18:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
May 17, 2025, 3PM
The Umbrella Arts Center Main Stage Theater 144
Five Sisters Productions and the Tufts University Half the History Film Project return to The Umbrella Arts Center to present a program of three locally shot short films about impactful women in Concord history.
The featured films will be:
Margaret Lothrop and the Wayside (Premiere screening with new score)
Ellen Garrison: Scenes from an Activist Life (Return engagement)
Women of the Old Manse (Sneak peek)
Related family activities include FREE optional childcare (space pending) with teacher-led thematically related crafts during the screening, and a table display of Rise Up!, a new children’s book by Barefoot Books on revolutions and protest in U.S. history.
Partners: The Umbrella Arts Center, Tufts University Half the History Film Project, The Robbins House, Barefoot Books, Concord 250, The Old Manse
FREE

An Evening with Singer-Songwriter Vance Gilbert
2025-05-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Bedford Town Hall, 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, 01730, United States
The New Song Music Series welcomes beloved singer-songwriter Vance Gilbert on Saturday, May 17. Join us for a memorable evening with one of folk music’s most engaging and celebrated performers.
Known for his genre-defying blend of folk, jazz, and soul—infused with sharp wit and masterful storytelling—Gilbert delivers performances that are equal parts humor, heart, and authenticity. He has released 13 albums, toured with acclaimed artists such as Shawn Colvin, Arlo Guthrie, and George Carlin, and was even featured on a Grammy-nominated children’s album!
The Chicago Tribune praised his performance, writing, “Gilbert took the stage accompanied only by an acoustic guitar, a whimsical sense of humor, and an astonishingly smooth, pure tenor voice. But that proved to be more than enough.”
The concert will take place in the Reed Room at Bedford Town Hall, 10 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA. Doors open at 6:45 PM, and the music begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets are available at newsongbedford.org. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Sunday Stroll Walking Tour: Lexington Celebrates!
2025-05-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Parades, pageants and pandemonium have defined the many commemorations of the 1775 Battle of Lexington and the first shots of the War for Independence. Over the centuries, thousands of people have descended upon the Battle Green to welcome Revolutionary War heroes like the Marquis de Lafayette on his tour of America in 1824. The anniversaries of the battle offered them a glimpse of President Grant in 1875 and a word from President Ford in 1975. On this land, protestors have sat and monuments have been built to the fallen. Join a Lexington Historical Society educator as they illuminate 250 years of stories full of crowds, chaos and celebrations!
Starting and ending at Buckman Tavern, this tour explores areas around the Lexington Battle Green. The tour is 1 hour long and covers about a 1/2 mile on flat ground.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers

Colonial Dance Tunes and Love Songs
2025-05-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Bedford Historical Society, 16 South Road, Bedford, 01730, United States
Dressed in the clothes of 18th-century itinerant musicians, Deirdre Sweeney and Al Petty will perform an extensive repertoire of historical dance music, as well as marches and laments, including 18th-century tunes such as “Mr. Isaac’s Maggot” and “Jack’s Health.” Their instruments include the flute, penny whistle, recorder, and fife. The music was gathered from manuscripts printed between the 17th and 19th centuries and arranged in counterpoint.
The two musicians, who sometimes appear with a third musician as the Colonial Minstrels, have long been active in related musical cultures, including American fife and drum and traditional Irish music. They are popular performers at the Paul Revere House Museum in Boston.
Doors open at 2 PM for a social period and refreshments; 2:15 PM Announcements and Annual Meeting, followed by the Guest Speaker.
There is an elevator to the 3rd floor, where the program will be held.
This event is free and open to the public.

Classic Car Show at Forge & Vine
2025-05-21 17:00 - 19:30 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for a fantastic evening at the Classic Car Show on the Forge & Vine Lawn, where vintage charm meets picturesque views of Gibbet Hill. This special event will feature a stunning display of classic cars, carefully arranged in collaboration with a dedicated team of car enthusiasts. Whether you’re a longtime collector or simply love the timeless beauty of vintage automobiles, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Guests can enjoy delicious fare from the Forge & Vine Food Truck and a full cash bar, all while exploring beautiful cars in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Bring your friends, family, and cameras—it’s the perfect way to spend a summer evening in Groton.
Space on the lawn is reserved for TGI | F&V contracted cars only. If interested in bringing your own car to show, please park in the parking lot. A limited amount of spots will be saved for additional show cars. Parking for guests in the lot is first come, first serve. Additional guest parking is available on-street along Main Street and at the Prescott Community Center.

American Fiction - The Umbrella Film Series
2025-05-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Enjoy the best of classic, independent, and foreign films curated by The Concord Film Project, with pre-show dinner options.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025 at 7:30pm
In this acclaimed satire, Monk is a frustrated novelist who’s fed up with the establishment that profits from Black entertainment that relies on tired and offensive tropes. To prove his point, he uses a pen name to write an outlandish Black book of his own — a book that propels him to the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.
Dramedy/Satire
Directed by Cord Jefferson (2023)
1 hr 57 mins
Rated R
Film Tickets: $10
Optional pre-ordered dinner at 6:30; Film tickets and additional concessions available at the door.
Delicious meal options are available as an add-on from Adelita! Pre-show dinner options from Adelita are an additional $31; the deadline to order meals is Tuesday, May 20 at 12:00pm; dinner quantities are limited.

Yappy Hour at Forge & Vine
2025-05-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Forge & Vine, Forge & Vine, 128R Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Sponsored by Tito’s Vodka in support of Ruff Tales Rescue.
Save the date for our popular Yappy Hour event at The Groton Inn | Forge & Vine, where you and your four-legged friend can enjoy a lively and welcoming evening on the lawn! Relax outdoors with delicious bites from the Forge & Vine food truck, sip on refreshing cocktails, beer, and wine from our full cash bar, and partake in exclusive samples and swag from our generous sponsor, Tito’s Vodka. Treat your pup to our beloved house-made pup-sicles, crafted just for them to enjoy.
This month’s Yappy Hour is in support of Ruff Tales Rescue, a 100% volunteer-run, foster-based dog rescue operating in New England. Founded in 2014, the nonprofit organization is dedicated to saving abandoned dogs, particularly those at risk of euthanasia in overcrowded southern shelters, and placing them in loving, permanent homes. Without a physical facility, Ruff Tales relies on devoted foster families to provide temporary care for rescued dogs until adoption. Since its inception, the organization has rescued over 2,400 dogs and continues to educate the community on responsible pet ownership.
Gather your friends, bring your pups, and celebrate a night of good food, great company, and community support.
This event is free to attend with food and beverages available for purchase. Seating is limited, but lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. The parking lot fills quickly, but there is plenty of on-street parking available along Main Street!
*Photo by Steve Lieman

2025 NCAA Men and Women's Lacrosse Championships
2025-05-23 - 2025-05-26 | Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, 02035, United States
Gillette Stadium is excited to welcome the lacrosse community back to the Boston region for the 2025 NCAA Men’s D1, D2, and D3 Lacrosse Championships, as well as the Women’s D1 Lacrosse Championship. Gillette Stadium has had the honor of hosting the NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championships in 2008, 2009, 2012, 2017 and 2018 as well as the 2017 Division I Women’s Lacrosse Championship.
Women’s D1 Semifinals: May 23 at 3:00pm and 5:30pm –
Men’s D1 Semifinals: May 24 at 12:00pm and 2:30pm –
Women’s D1 Championship: May 25 at 12:00pm –
Men’s D2 Championship: May 25 at 4:00pm –
Men’s D3 Championship: May 25 at 7:00pm –
Men’s D1 Championship: May 26 at 1:00pm –

Happy Accident Broadsides Workshop
2025-05-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
Join letterpress artist Mitch Cohen and Museum of Printing Director Operations Mitch Ahern as
they put on a workshop combining experimental letterpress monoprint techniques with printing customized
broadsides. This is a unique printing workshop using everyday items to create unique backgrounds —
including, but not limited to, bathmats, pool covers and other items. You have to do it to believe it. The session
will conclude with a letterpress printed keepsake on the background you created.
We can then take those backgrounds and use them to print broadsides on the Columbian iron hand press.
Visitors can pull their own print, and can even customize a print with their own name.
The Happy Accident Broadsides Workshop is free to the public with Museum Admission, thanks to a grant from the Massachusetts
Office of Travel and Tourism.
Mitch Cohen is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of letterpress printing and a long-time practitioner
of the “black arts.” He is the co founder of the Printmaking and Book Arts Center in Rochester, New York, a
division of Flower City Arts Center and has taught letterpress printing since 2005. He has a BS in Printing
Education from Rochester Institute of Technology.
Mitchel Ahern is the Director of Operations at the Museum of Printing, where he teaches workshops, manages
printing equipment donations, and serves on the board. He also has his own shop Mitchelka Show Card Press
in Lynn, Massachusetts.

Hands-On History: Chinese Porcelain
2025-05-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
The art of making porcelain was known only by Chinese master potters in the 18th century, and prized by people in America! Drop by Buckman Tavern any time between 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM to design your own paper version to take home.
Included with museum admission.

An Evening with Tituss Burgess
2025-05-30 20:00 - 2025-05-31 20:00 | The Umbrella Arts Center, 40 Stow Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Emmy and SAG-nominated TITUSS BURGESS has quickly emerged as one of the entertainment industry’s most versatile and dynamic performers, with his work in television, film, and theater generating both critical and commercial acclaim. Tituss most recently starred as Harold Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. He was seen on TV in Season 2 of the hit Apple TV+ series Schmigadoon!. Tituss starred in the hit Netflix comedy series Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (nominations for four consecutive Emmy Awards, a SAG Award, and two Critics’ Choice TV Awards). He reprised his role in the Netflix interactive special Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs. the Reverend and was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor. Tituss starred alongside Jane Krakowski in Center Of The YOUniverse for Audible, a musical comedy he co-created and which had a sold out run at The Minetta Lane Theatre and is now available to hear on Audible. In film, Tituss starred in the MGM Aretha Franklin biopic, Respect, and in the Netflix films Set It Up and Dolemite Is My Name. He also co-starred in the animated musical comedy series Central Park for Apple TV+, for which he was nominated for his sixth Emmy Award. Next up: Spellbound (Netflix). A veteran of the stage, Burgess made his Broadway debut as ‘Eddie’ in Good Vibrations and has played ‘Hal Miller’ in Jersey Boys, ’Nicely-Nicely Johnson’ in the 2009 revival of Guys and Dolls, and ’Sebastian’ in The Little Mermaid.
Concessions will be available for purchase.
Please note: Seating for these performances will be assigned by The Umbrella. For ADA/ADA companion needs, or if you would like to request your parties be seated together, please contact boxoffice@theumbrellaarts.org.

Concert in the Courtyard ft. Mindrift
2025-05-31 18:00 - 21:00 | The Groton Inn, The Groton Inn, 128 Main St, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Join us for a lively evening under the stars as Mindrift takes the stage at our Concert in the Courtyard series! Known for their high-energy performances and genre-blending sound, Mindrift brings together rock, funk, blues, and pop influences to create a fresh, unforgettable live music experience.
Enjoy delicious eats from the Forge & Vine Food Truck and sip on your favorites from our full cash bar while soaking in the music and summer vibes.
Grab your friends & family, and don’t miss this incredible night of music, food, and fun!
Event is free to attend with food and beverages available for purchase. This event is weather dependent – music will be moved inside The Groton Inn if there is inclement weather. Additional free parking is available along Main Street.
Please note: We love seeing families enjoy our events! For everyone’s safety, please keep an eye on your children, as the parking lot is active during the event.

IINE Centennial Golden Door Award Gala
2025-06-04 17:30 - 23:00 | Omni Seaport Hotel Boston, 450 Summer Street, Boston, 02210, United States
In honor of the 100th anniversary of the opening of its Boston-area headquarters, the International Institute of New England (IINE) proudly announces the Centennial Golden Door Award Gala, a time-honored celebration that will, for the first time, honor the entire IINE community for its contributions to American society and role in shaping Boston’s vibrant culture.
For more than 50 years, IINE has presented the Golden Door Award to an individual born outside of the United States who has made outstanding contributions to American society. This year, the Centennial Golden Door Award Gala will bring together past honorees, community leaders, and supporters to celebrate IINE’s century-long legacy and reaffirm the region’s commitment to welcoming, supporting, and celebrating the diverse communities that give Boston its strength.
Highlights of the evening will include:
A retrospective of the prestigious past honorees
Personal stories of migration, shared by past IINE clients
A special performance by the Afghanistan Freeharmonic Orchestra
The Centennial Walk, an art exhibition chronicling IINE’s 100-year history in Boston and the city’s immigrant roots
An interactive photo installation and a postcard-writing station to display our shared commitment to celebrating our city’s diversity and embracing newcomers
Funds raised for the Centennial Golden Door Award Gala will directly support IINE’s programs, ensuring that immigrants and refugees in our communities have the resources and opportunities needed to rebuild their lives, realize their dreams, and strengthen our city and state.
More information can be found at: https://iine.org/get-involved/join-our-community/events/golden-door-award-2025/

Everyday Engineering: Towering Towers at Discovery Museum
2025-06-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Discovery Museum, Discovery Museum, 177 Main St, Acton, MA, 01720, United States
Engage in some everyday engineering as you construct and create with repurposed and recycled materials. How high can you stack ‘em? The sky’s the limit!

Concord Museum Garden Tour
2025-06-06 10:00 - 2025-06-07 16:00 | Concord Museum, Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Tpke, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Join us for a day of beauty, nature, and discovery as you visit six stunning gardens throughout the Concord area. All proceeds benefit the Museum’s vital school programs that serve over 14,000 K-12 students across the Commonwealth each year.
This year’s tour includes gardens that have a range of features – from gazebos and greenhouses to sweeping lawns, large trees, and views of meadows and woodlands. New this year – some gardens will also feature live music in partnership with Concord Conservatory and plein air painters from Concord Art Association.

Lowell Pride
2025-06-07 | Lowell Heritage State Park, Lowell Heritage State Park, 160 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Greater Lowell Pride is celebrated annually in Lowell, MA with the intention of uplifting Lowell’s LGBTQIA community. The festival begins with a flag raising at Lowell City Hall followed by events at Kerouac Park. Greater Lowell Pride was celebrated at Heritage State Park.
Our primary goal is to amplify and uplift the LGBTQIA residents, business owners, and organizations in the Greater Lowell area.

Printing Paul Revere
2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
Andy Volpe will print some of his Paul Revere replica copperplates, including his latest 250th commemorative print project: 3 Promissory Notes (paper money) that Revere secretly engraved & printed for the Massachusetts patriots in May 1775. He plans on having some other prints, plates, tools and other visuals to discuss the work of Revere leading up to the American Revolution.
This event is funded in part by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) through the Massachusetts 250 Grant Program. This program supports the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution through programs that highlight historic themes of revolution and independence, celebrate significant ‘firsts’ in Massachusetts and commemorate the state’s past 250 years.

FULL BLOOM | June 4 – June 29, 2025| Reception on Saturday June 7, 3 - 5 pm | Loading Dock Gallery
2025-06-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, United States
Loading Dock Gallery’s new show, Full Bloom, celebrates flowers, birds, bugs, gardens, and the miracle of small moments captured in artworks by Loading Dock Gallery members and Western Avenue artists.
Flowers are a mystery and a delight, metaphors for what is briefly beautiful in our lives. Their glow is an invitation. In summer days lengthen, hope blooms, and artists translate this onto canvas. This show highlights beauty in ordinary moments, the hope and promise of warmer days. While the radiance of the landscape exists to lure pollinators, somehow it also lures us. Full Bloom captures the wonder and magic that nature holds. Join us to see the work of Loading Dock Gallery members and Western Avenue artists in this show full of color and light.
Full Bloom: June 4th – 29th at the Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, Noon-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Friday and 10:00am-3:30pm Saturday & Sunday. Free Admission. The opening reception is June 7th from 3-5 PM. More at www.theloadingdockgallery.com .
Loading Dock Gallery is part of Loading Dock Arts, Inc., a 501c3.

18th Century Music at Munroe Tavern
2025-06-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Munroe Tavern, 1332 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
Drop in to meet Historical Society guide and musician Darlene Wigton as she demonstrates 18th century guitar music. You can even learn a song and join in!
Included with museum admission.

Book Chat on Friends Divided with author Gordon S. Wood
2025-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | The Depot
One of the most iconic duos in Revolutionary history, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson famously worked together through the Continental Congress before feuding for decades. Later, they miraculously rekindled a fierce friendship before dying on the same day, 50 years to the day of the Declaration of Independence’s signing. Their relationship allows us a unique look at how the American Revolution affected those of different social classes and ideologies, and how such disparate ideas were able to exist side by side in the new Republic.
In our last Book Chat of this season, join award-winning Revolutionary War historian Gordon S. Wood in an interactive discussion about these fascinating founding fathers.
Interested in further Book Chats? We will also be discussing picks for next year – all are welcome to bring ideas on interesting Revolutionary books to read!
The last book chat of each series is always FREE, but registration is required!

Middlesex Community College Celebrity Forum Presents The Beach Boys
2025-06-10 19:30 - 22:30 | Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
As The Beach Boys mark more than a half century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America’s musical history. The Beach Boys – who have become synonymous with the California lifestyle and an American icon to fans around the world – are bringing “The Sounds of Summer” tour to cities around the globe.
Since the band’s co-founder, lead-singer and chief lyricist Mike Love penned the lyrics to The Beach Boys’ first hit,“Surfin’” (1961), dozens of the bands chart toppers have become eternal anthems of American youth: “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer Girl,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,” “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Barbara Ann,” “Good Vibrations,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Rock and Roll Music” and “Kokomo.”
The Beach Boys have sold over 100 million records worldwide and have received more than 33 RIAA Platinum and Gold record awards. The Rock And Roll Hall of Famers where also honored at the 2001 Grammy Awards with the Lifetime Achievement Award. With more than five decades of touring under their belts, The Beach Boys have performed more concerts than any major rock band in history.
The Beach Boys are led by legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Grammy® winner, New York Times best-selling author, cofounder, lead singer, chief lyricist of The Beach Boys, and 2025 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Mike Love, who, along with longtime member Bruce Johnston, musical director Brian Eichenberger, Christian Love, Tim Bonhomme, Jon Bolton, Keith Hubacher, Randy Leago and John Wedemeyer continue the legacy of the iconic band.
This event is presented in conjunction with Middlesex Community College Foundation’s 2025 Celebrity Forum. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Sherri McCormack at mccormacks@middlesex.mass.edu or call 978-656-3034.

UMass Lowell | 2025 Women's Leadership Conference
2025-06-12 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Welcome to the home of the UMass Lowell Women’s Leadership Conference. We are gearing up for a day of engaging, thoughtful, and high-impact discussions. Please join us!
You Don’t Want to Miss:
A keynote with Amy Waryas, EVP/Chief People & Culture Officer for the Red Sox
A keynote panel with C-level leaders in government, higher education, and industry on leading in tough times
A lunchtime session exploring the latest in AI
Speakers from such organizations as Warner Bros., Draper, Boston Fleet PWHL team, Boston Legacy pro soccer team, UKG, NetScout and many more.
Come learn and get inspired at sessions on everything from the art of negotiating to career advancement strategies.

UMass Lowell | 2025 Women's Leadership Conference
2025-06-12 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Get ready to be inspired at the 2025 UMass Lowell Women’s Leadership Conference—an empowering one-day, in-person event designed to ignite ideas, spark meaningful connections, and fuel your leadership journey. Join us for dynamic programming, influential speakers, and networking opportunities that will leave you motivated and ready to make an impact!
Morning Keynote Panel
Leading in Tough Times: A candid conversation with leaders in government, higher ed, and industry
– Jennifer Santos, vice president and chief strategy officer, Draper
– Julie Chen, chancellor, UMass Lowell
– Lauren Knausenberger, executive vice president & chief innovation officer, SAIC
Afternoon Keynote Speaker
– Amy Waryas, executive vice president/chief people & culture officer, Boston Red Sox
Moderator: Lynn Coutts, director of athletics, UMass Lowell

Father's Day Brunch
2025-06-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, 01852, United States
Special Father’s Day Brunch

Sunday Stroll Walking Tour: Hancock Street Architecture
2025-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Buckman Tavern, 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, 02420, United States
When the Battle of Lexington was fought in 1775, Hancock Street was a country lane with just two houses. The next 150 years saw many houses built with various architectural styles. Come take a stroll and learn about the Georgian, Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, and Gothic Revival homes that populate the street today.
Leaves from Buckman Tavern rain or shine, total walking distance about one mile.
Space is limited to 20 people. Ticket sales end at 6 PM the evening before the tour.
$10 members, $15 nonmembers

Pawtucket Canal Tour
2025-06-15 12:00 - 13:30
Join a Park Ranger for a guided tour of the Pawtucket Canal – the oldest canal in Lowell’s historic 5.6-mile canal system. Discover the stories of the workers who built and operated Lowell’s remarkable waterpower system while riding along the historic Pawtucket Canal. Disembark at the historic Francis Gate and explore how mill owners and engineers harnessed the water and powered an industrial city.
Tour may include up to 0.75 miles of walking. Boats are not covered, so please keep weather conditions in mind when planning your visit.
Reservations can be made in advance on Recreation.gov.
*Water Levels Permitting – Visitors may have the option to climb a short but steep historic granite staircase and explore the site of Francis Gate on foot.
Tours begin at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, 246 Market Street.

Riverboat Tour
2025-06-15 16:00 - 17:00
Join a ranger for a 60-minute guided tour along the Merrimack River on the Francis Cabot Lowell Riverboat. Experience Lowell from a different perspective and discover the stories of the people who made the river their home throughout the centuries. Take in the view at the Pawtucket Falls Dam and learn about how Lowell’s landscape changed and developed around it.
Reservations can be made in advance on Recreation.gov

A River Transformed Walking Tour
2025-06-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Lowell National Historical Park – Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John Street, Lowell, 01852, United States
Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed into textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a walk along the riverwalk accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit to the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.
June 15-August 31, 2025
Monday and Tuesday at 2 p.m.
Visitors should plan for a 75-minute tour, all of which will be spent on your feet. Visitors can expect to walk as much as 1.5-miles on paved paths and are encouraged to bring water. This tour meets and ends at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St.)
This tour is free. To reserve your spot, call (978) 970-5000 or check in at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum front desk.
