Join Lowell National Historical Park on Sunday, September 28th, at 11am to enjoy a morning boat ride while taking in the nature and beauty along the Merrimack River. Take some time to be still, present, and reflect. We will provide writing and art materials, (or bring your own!) and prompt you along the boat ride […]
Join Lowell National Historical Park on Sunday, September 28th, at 11am to enjoy a morning boat ride while taking in the nature and beauty along the Merrimack River. Take some time to be still, present, and reflect. We will provide writing and art materials, (or bring your own!) and prompt you along the boat ride […]
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 […]
Join Lowell National Historical Park for Free Fun for Kids with Lowell Summer Music Series at Boarding House Park. Each performance is unique and includes so many things to do. Starting at 10:00 am, have blast with music, performances, arts and crafts, free books, snacks, and organized playgroups. These events create joyful, enriching moments for […]
Lowell Kids Week is a citywide free celebration with dozens of family-friendly activities hosted by area partners — museums, community groups, libraries, outdoor art, and more. 📌 Example Events (subject to confirmation as final schedule posts): Hands-On STEM & History (Tsongas Industrial History Center) — STEM activities + historical exploration, part of the Kids Week […]
"Hands-On History at the Tsongas Industrial History Center" Saturday, March 14th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!) Experience history by doing! Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to welcome you for “Hands-On History” — part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial celebrations and the Tsongas Industrial History […]
"Hands-On History at the Tsongas Industrial History Center" Saturday, April 11th and Saturday, July 11th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!) Experience history by doing! Lowell National Historical […]
Explore more of downtown with this lively 90‑minute walking tour showcasing the city’s stunning architecture and dynamic built environment beyond its iconic mill complexes. From civic landmarks to hidden design treasures and revitalized streetscapes, you’ll experience the downtown district as a vibrant blend of history, creativity, and community. This tour is free and open to […]
Meet the preservation team behind the effort to rehabilitate and protect the historic Moody Street Feeder Gatehouse. Join Lowell National Historical Park Historical Architect David Michael Lieb, RA and specialists from the National Park Service’s Historic Architecture, Conservation, and Engineering Center to learn how they assess, repair, and safeguard this vital piece of the canal […]
Saturday, May 9th and Saturday, October 10th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!) Experience history by doing! Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are […]
Saturday, June 13th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!) Experience history by doing! Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to welcome you for “Hands-On History” — part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial celebrations and the Tsongas Industrial History Center’s 35th anniversary! "Hands-On History" takes place the […]
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 […]
