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Swept Up In Revolution Reception

Buckman Tavern 1 Bedford St, Lexington, MA, United States

The 250th anniversary of April 19, 1775—the start of the American Revolution—presents an opportunity to reexamine and broaden our understanding of revolutionary Lexington. We invite you to a special free reception to explore our newest exhibition, Swept Up In Revolution. Follow its three chapters, Before, During, and After the Revolution, to encounter stories of individual […]

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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. April 26-June 14, 2025 Monday-Friday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan for a 75-minute […]

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. April 26-June 14, 2025 Monday-Friday at 2 p.m. Visitors should plan for a 75-minute […]

Free

Doors Open Lowell

Being presented for the 20th time, Doors Open Lowell is the community's signature preservation, architecture, and design event. Presented as part of National Preservation Month, Lowell was the first city in the United States to launch this prestigious event in 2002 and since then, Doors Open Lowell has opened the doors to over 100 of […]

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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: Quill Pen Writing

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

Goose feathers were the perfect writing utensil of the past - about writing in the 18th century and try writing with a real quill pen! Head to the Hancock-Clarke House to learn. This activity is suitable for all ages, including adults! Included with museum admission.

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
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