National Historical Park

Lowell National Historical Park

Lowell National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Massachusetts. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert, 0 campgrounds and 2 visitor centers.

Massachusetts National Historical Park America the Beautiful pass accepted

Updated · NPS Data API

5 story brick factories with a clocktower surrounding a central courtyard
Boott Cotton Mills · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the 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.”

Active alerts

1

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

2

Current alerts and closures

1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 1 information.

Information

No Public Morning Trolley Runs on Select Dates

Due to scheduled education programs, the trolley will not be offering public runs on the following mornings: 10/13, 10/14, 10/15, 10/20, 10/27, 10/28, 10/29, 11/6, 11/12, 11/19, and 11/20

Posted or updated Oct 5, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov

Entrance fees and passes

Lowell National Historical Park does not charge an entrance fee, but certain areas like the Boott Cotton Mills Museum have associated fees.

The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here.

Things to do

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 visit to Lowell National Historical Park. Free activity books can be picked up at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John Street).

30-180 Minutes Year-round

Junior Ranger Program

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 book, you can explore the historic Acre neighborhood.

30-120 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Junior Ranger Program

See all 4 things to do in Lowell →

Activities the NPS lists for Lowell.

Arts and CultureCraft DemonstrationsCultural DemonstrationsLive MusicBoatingBoat TourGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHands-OnArts and CraftsJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

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…

Lowell National Historical Park
DayHours
Monday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Wednesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Thursday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday9:00AM - 4:00PM

Weather: 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.

Contact and directions

Phone
9789705000
Email
[email protected]
Address
115 John Street, Lowell, MA 01852
Coordinates
42.6455, -71.3159· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Boott Cotton Mills MuseumDaily: 9:00AM - 4:00PM978-970-5000Yes
Lowell National Historical Park Visitor CenterDaily: 9:00AM - 4:00PM978-970-5000Yes

Campgrounds

No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.

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Nearest other NPS sites

Sources

  • Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
  • Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/lowe/index.htm
  • Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.