Suffolk Mill Tour

Lowell National Historical Park Tours

Discover how the power of the Merrimack River was harnessed to power textile production in the 19th century. This tour combines a trip through the historic city accompanied by a park ranger with a guided visit into the "River Transformed" Exhibit at the Suffolk Mill.

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Need to Know

• Tour Safety

  Visitors can expect to spend most of the tour on their feet and and up to 1.5 miles of walking on paved paths. Visitors are encouraged to bring water.

• Accessibility

  This tour is fully accessible. However on occassion the trolley may be unavailable. If the trolley is unavailable, the tour is still accessible, but the 1.5 mile distance will be covered on foot. For those with limited mobility, please call (978)970-5000 for more information.

• Check-In

  Visitors are encouraged to check-in at least 15 minutes before their scheduled tour time. This tour meets at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum at 115 John Street, Lowell MA. The Boott Cotton Mills Museum is approximately 1/2 mile, 15-minute walk from the HCID Parking Garage. Please see "Directions" section included in your conformation email for other available parking options.

• Weather & Cancellations

  Tours will proceed rain or shine but may be cancelled due to severe weather or water conditions. Visitors with reservations will be notified of a cancellation via phone and cancellations will also be posted to the Lowell National Historical Park Facebook page.

• No Food, Water Only

• Restrooms

  Restrooms are available before and after the tour begins, but will be unavailable for the duration of the tour.

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