While Lowell is best known for its significance to the Industrial Revolution, native son Jack Kerouac also set five of his novels here, including “The Town and the City.” (From Aerial America) Read more.
The history of Lowell’s textile industry is documented here with examples of its famous wares, as well as thousands of personal letters written by factory workers themselves. (From Aerial America) Read more.
Quita, the woman who runs the shop, is wonderful. This is a wonderful place to buy unique fabrics and hand-crafted gifts.
Split the belly-buster hot dog with a friend or loved one - it's only $6 for one giant 1/3 pound hot dog, served as two dogs in two buns with bacon, sauerkraut, chili and cheese.
The Backpage is a great spot for live music, especially jazz. There's often no cover and the live music plays late into the night.
Western Ave Studios has Open Studios every first Saturday of the month. Art jewelry photography glass ceramics paintings 143 studios almost 200 artists this place is amazing.
A big gallery representing 50 great artists and artisans, they have shows and receptions every month and are open 11-4:30pm every Wednesday through Sunday. Read more.
Check out this very cool and funky boutique in Downtown Lowell. You'll always find something to take home with you. Great for gifts or to satisfy that shopping urge.
This is a really cool place, tucked away along the canal across from the UMass Lowell Inn & Conference Center. They have a great cheese cheese selection and do wine tastings and classes.
