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Lowell National Historical Park was established in 1978 and encompasses a number of sites which relate to the days of textile manufacturing boom in Lowell during the Industrial Revolution. The site also includes a museum, powerhouses, gatehouses and more.
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New England Quilt Museum is a local museum which exclusively features the unique art of American quilt with a collection of both antique and contemporary designs.
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Situated within the Mack Building, the National Streetcar Museum has an extensive exhibit about the influence of streetcars and how they developed and led to the arrangement of urban areas. There is also an active streetcar from New Orleans that takes guests around the city.
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Founded in 1984, The Revolving Museum originally moved from location to location before settling in at the Lowell Gas & Light building 18 years later. The museum hosts art shows and displays exhibits from local artists.
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Best known for its nature trail, Ghiloni Park is a recreational park that has trails that can be used for hiking, jogging, walking, and picnicking. The park also features cross-country skiing.
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The Lowell National Hisorical Park Visitor Center is a visitor’s center that provides information on the Lowell National Historical Park. The center offers hands-on interactive educational programs for children.
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Featuring both pebbled and grass fields, Lowell Dog Park offers a safe, fenced in area where dogs can run off-leash. The park also stocks a supply of balls for owners and their dogs to play a game of fetch.
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The Show Baseball & Softball Academy is an indoor sports facility that has the goal of providing a safe learning atmosphere for athletes to play in. The facility spans 10,000-sqft and offers individual lessons and clinics.
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The Visitor's Center serves as the gateway to Lowell National Historical Park and offers helpful information and suggestions regarding the area. The center also houses Jack Kerouac memorabilia and offers informative presentation on local history.
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At Essex Shipbuilding Museum, visitors can view a number of maritime historical artifacts which depict the boat-building techniques from late 17th century to the present.