Stop by Lowell National Historical Park in Massachusetts any weekend in January and you'll be able to join a guided tour to learn more about the early history of the country's industrialization.
The guided tours peer into various aspects of the history of Lowell, Massachusetts, aspects that the park works to preserve. They run roughly 60-90 minutes in length, and are free. Here's a look at the tours on tap for the rest of January:
Saturday, January 8
Farm to Factory
Ever wondered how cloth is made? Before Lowell's mills began producing cloth, many in New England made cloth at home by hand. Learn to weave on hand looms in this interactive workshop! Program begins at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum.
Sunday, January 9
Lowell: America's Early Water Laboratory
Learn about the transformation of Lowell from a rural hamlet into the premier city for the 19th century study and use of water power. Explore the historic canal system first-hand and discover its hidden influence on 21st century technology.
Saturday, January 15
Who is an American? Lowell's Immigration Stories
Do you have what it takes to become a US citizen? This lively indoor program explores the continuing story of immigration. Take the naturalization exam, recite the Oath of Allegiance, and discover artifacts that capture Lowell's immigrant voices.
Sunday, January 16
Mill Girls & Immigrants
Explore the stories of Lowell's working people and their homes on this walking tour of "the Acre,""Little Canada," and a restored boardinghouse.
Saturday, January 22
Tunes and Tales of the Mill Era
Join a park ranger to discover the history of working people in Lowell through story and song, with vocals, fiddle, banjo, guitar, and mountain dulcimer.
Sunday, January 23
Who is American? Lowell's Immigration Stories
Do you have what it takes to become a US citizen? This lively indoor program explores the continuing story of immigration. Take the naturalization exam, recite the Oath of Allegiance, and discover artifacts that capture Lowell's immigrant voices.
Saturday, January 29
Farm to Factory
Ever wondered how cloth is made? Before Lowell's mills began producing cloth, many in New England made cloth at home by hand. Learn to weave on hand looms in this interactive workshop! Program begins at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum.
Sunday, January 30
Lowell: America's Early Water Laboratory
Learn about the transformation of Lowell from a rural hamlet into the premier city for the 19th century study and use of water power. Explore the historic canal system first-hand and discover its hidden influence on 21st century technology.
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