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Pawtucket Canal Tour

Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau Greater Merrimack Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 115 Merrimack St, Lowell, MA, United States

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 […]

Suffolk Mill Tour

Suffolk Mill Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. April 26-June 14, 2025 Monday-Friday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan for a 75-minute […]

Free
Suffolk Mill Tour

Suffolk Mill Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Wednesday, Friday - Sunday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan […]

Free
Exploring Lowell Walking Tours

Exploring Lowell Walking Tours

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore the city of Lowell through a ranger guided walk. Discover the many exciting topics that make Lowell special every Wednesday through Sunday at 11:00 a.m. From the natural environment to the Industrial Revolution to urban renewal, the city of Lowell has something for everyone. For detailed descriptions of the topics each week, visit our […]

Free

Hands-On History: Clay Marbles

Hancock-Clarke House 36 Hancock Street, Lexington, United States

18th century life wasn't just about chores - kids had fun too! Drop by the Munroe Tavern to make your own clay marbles, just like colonial kids did. Drop in as part of your tour to learn! This activity is suitable for ages 6 and up, including adults! Included with museum admission.

Suffolk Mill Tour

Suffolk Mill Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Wednesday, Friday - Sunday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan […]

Free
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Lowell Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, 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. April 26-June 14, 2025 Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Visitors should […]

Free
Exploring Lowell Walking Tours

Exploring Lowell Walking Tours

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore the city of Lowell through a ranger guided walk. Discover the many exciting topics that make Lowell special every Wednesday through Sunday at 11:00 a.m. From the natural environment to the Industrial Revolution to urban renewal, the city of Lowell has something for everyone. For detailed descriptions of the topics each week, visit our […]

Free
Suffolk Mill Tour

Suffolk Mill Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. June 15-August 31, 2025 Wednesday, Friday - Sunday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan […]

Free
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Lowell Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, 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. April 26-June 14, 2025 Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Visitors should […]

Free
Suffolk Mill Tour

Suffolk Mill Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, United States

Explore how numerous factors have shaped both the city’s past and its present. This tour combines a short trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the River Transformed Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill. April 26-June 14, 2025 Monday-Friday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan for a 75-minute […]

Free
A River Transformed Walking Tour

A River Transformed Walking Tour

Lowell National Historical Park - Boott Cotton Mills Museum 115 John Street, Lowell, 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 […]

Free