About Lowell National Historical Park
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes that began here still reverberate in our shifting global economy. Explore Lowell, a living testament to the dynamic human story of the industrial revolution.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
Summer: Throughout the summer, temperatures range from the mid 60s to mid 90s during the day, with rain and thunderstorms more common in the months of July and August. Boats and trolleys operate rain or shine and are only cancelled in cases of extreme weather or the presence of thunder…
NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: Massachusetts. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Operating Hours
Current Hours The Visitor Center (246 Market St.) is open: Daily: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm The Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John Street) is open: Daily: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm The Mogan Cultural Center (40 French Street) is open: Daily: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm; 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Activities
Current Alerts
Due to weather conditions, the Northern Canal Walkway is closed on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th.
Getting There
The Boott Cotton Mills Museum is located at 115 John Street. Paid parking is available across the street from the museum in the Joseph Downes Garage located at 75 John Street. Click the link below for more detailed directions.
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Explore the Boott Cotton Mills Museum
The Boott Cotton Mills Museum at Lowell National Historical Park is the best place to learn about Lowell’s industrial past.…
Become a Lowell Junior Ranger
Participating in the Junior Ranger Program is a fun way for young visitors to get the most out of their…
Earn an Acre Community Ranger Badge
Learn their stories, become a Community Ranger! Community Rangers are neighborhood storytellers and caretakers. Using the free Community Ranger activity…
Visit the Park Store at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum
Looking for a guide to the park's history and culture? Searching for an educational souvenir of your visit to Lowell?…
Visitor Centers
Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center
Introductory exhibits about Lowell National Historical Park, tour reservations, and information about local lodging and dining. 246 Market Street, Lowell MA 01852.
Boott Cotton Mills Museum
Don't miss the roar of 85 operating power looms! The Boott Cotton Mills Museum includes a recreated 1920s-era weave room, historical artifacts, interactive exhibits and…
Nearby National Park Service Sites
These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.
Nearby Cities for Trip Planning
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